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Core Value | Community

Community has been at the heart of LADD Dental Group since our family first began serving patients in 1978. It is more than the towns where our offices are located—it is the people, families, schools, businesses, and organizations that make each community unique. That's why "Community" is one of our core values. We don't believe dentistry is simply about fixing teeth. We believe it's about helping our neighbors live healthier, happier, and more confident lives. More Than a Dental Practice To us, dentistry is a profession built on trust. Patients invite us into some of life's most personal moments, and that trust is something we never take for granted. Our responsibility doesn't end when a patient leaves the office. We believe great dental care should strengthen the communities around us by improving health, boosting confidence, creating jobs, supporting local organizations, and making every family feel like they have a dental home they can count on. In...

A Commitment to Patient Trust | LADD Dental Group

At LADD Dental Group , we've always believed that great dentistry starts with trust. Patients deserve to understand not only what we recommend, but why we recommend it. That's one of the reasons we're proud to incorporate Overjet AI into our diagnostic process. This innovative technology helps make dental conditions easier to see, easier to understand, and ultimately easier to treat. Helping Patients See What We See One of the biggest challenges in dentistry is that many oral health conditions simply aren't visible to the naked eye. Cavities, bone loss, defective restorations, and early gum disease often require dental X-rays to detect. While dentists are trained to interpret these images, they can be difficult for patients to understand. Overjet AI analyzes dental radiographs and highlights areas that may require closer evaluation. During your appointment, your dentist can review these images with you, showing exactly what they're seeing and explaining why a...

Indiana Medicaid & Managed Care Dental Insurance Update | 2026 Data

T here have not been any sweeping changes to covered dental benefits in 2026 for Indiana Medicaid or the Managed Care Organizations (Anthem, Managed Health Services/Centene, MDwise, and UnitedHealthcare Community Plan). Instead, most of the changes have been administrative, coding, eligibility, and provider-related rather than major benefit expansions or reductions. Here are the most notable updates affecting Indiana dental practices and patients in 2026: 1. Dental benefits have remained largely stable Indiana continues to provide: Preventive exams and cleanings Diagnostic X-rays Fillings Extractions Periodontal treatment when medically necessary Limited prosthodontic services based on eligibility and prior authorization Comprehensive EPSDT dental benefits for children under 21 There has not been a statewide expansion or reduction of routine dental benefits comparable to changes seen in some other states. 2. Continued emphasis on managed care Nearly all In...

Establishing Patient Trust | Overjet

Since 1978, we have always believed that the best dentistry starts with trust. Whether you're visiting us for a routine cleaning or discussing a more complex treatment plan, we want you to feel informed, confident, and comfortable every step of the way. That's why we're proud to use Overjet , one of the nation's leading dental artificial intelligence (AI) platforms, to help us provide an even higher level of care for the families we serve across North Central Indiana. What Is Overjet ? Overjet is an FDA-cleared dental AI technology that works alongside our dentists by analyzing dental X-rays. It highlights areas that may indicate cavities, bone loss associated with gum disease, existing restorations, and other important findings that could require attention. While AI is incredibly powerful, it's important to understand that it never replaces the experience, clinical judgment, or compassion of your dentist . Instead, it serves as another tool that helps our clinic...

Dental Owner Vs. Associate | Know Thyself

One of the biggest misconceptions in dentistry is that becoming an owner is simply "being an associate plus earning more money." In reality, ownership is an entirely different job. If a dentist's natural strengths don't align with ownership, the added responsibilities can accelerate burnout far beyond what they would experience as an associate. Here are several reasons why. 1. They Never Stop Wearing the "Owner Hat" A dental associate can typically leave work at the office. An owner often cannot. Instead of thinking about tomorrow's patients, they're thinking about: Payroll Staff turnover Marketing Equipment failures Insurance reimbursements Cash flow OSHA and HIPAA compliance Lease negotiations Recruiting the next hygienist **If someone naturally recharges by disconnecting from work, ownership can become emotionally exhausting. 2. They Enjoy Clinical Dentistry —Not Business Many dentists entered the profession because ...

Entrepreneurship | How Are You Wired

Entrepreneurship is often celebrated as the ultimate career path. Social media is filled with stories of founders building successful companies, creating financial freedom, and "being their own boss." While those stories are inspiring, they can also create the impression that everyone should aspire to own a business. The truth is much different. Entrepreneurship isn't simply a career choice—it's often a natural wiring. It's a way of thinking, solving problems, and risk taking. And that's perfectly okay. Entrepreneurs See the World Differently Most entrepreneurs don't wake up one morning and decide they want to own a business because it sounds exciting. Instead, they have an internal drive and risk tolerance that's difficult to ignore. They naturally ask questions like: "Why is this done this way?" "How could this be better?" "What opportunity is everyone else missing?" "How can I build something that creates value for...