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The Power of Relationships | LADD Dental Group

One of the things we are most grateful for in dentistry is the relationships we have the opportunity to build along the way. We are especially thankful for our relationship with Dr. Avi Patel . From the conversations we have shared to the opportunity to join him on his podcast, we have truly enjoyed getting to know Dr. Avi and learning from his passion for dentistry and the people who make this profession so special. Dentistry is so much bigger than just the clinical work we do every day. It is about people, relationships, collaboration, mentorship, and learning from one another. Some of the greatest ideas, opportunities, and encouragement in our profession come from simply sitting down with another dental professional and having a genuine conversation. That is one of the things we love most about being part of the dental community. We may work in different practices, organizations, and communities, but we all have the opportunity to learn from one another and help make denti...

What a 5%+ 10-Year Treasury Yield Means for the Dental Industry

The U.S. 10-year Treasury yield recently moved back above the 5% threshold, reaching 5.1% in September 2026. While that may sound like a macroeconomic issue that belongs on Wall Street, it has very real implications for the dental industry. For dentists , practice owners, DSOs, dental real estate investors, and private equity firms, the cost of capital matters. And when the risk-free rate rises, the ripple effects can reach nearly every major financial decision in dentistry. The Cost of Money Matters The 10-year Treasury is one of the most important benchmarks in the financial markets. It influences the rates investors demand for other investments and helps establish the baseline for borrowing costs across the economy. When the Treasury yield rises, lenders generally require higher returns on loans and investments that carry more risk. That means a dental practice loan, equipment loan, commercial real estate loan, or acquisition financing may become more expensive—even if the dent...

Relationships Over Everything | Grateful For the Opportunity Dr. Avi

We are incredibly grateful to Dr. Avi Patel ( @doctoravi ) for having us on his podcast and giving us the opportunity to have such an enjoyable, engaging, and meaningful conversation! We always appreciate the opportunity to connect with people who are passionate about dentistry , innovation, leadership, and helping practices become better. Dr. Avi is doing some really exciting things in the clear aligner space, and it was a pleasure to spend time with him, share ideas, and learn from his perspective. His company, Clear Aligner Advisor , is doing big things when it comes to helping dental practices successfully implement and grow clear aligner programs. We have a tremendous amount of respect for the work they are doing to help dentists and teams navigate this important part of modern dentistry . Thank you, Dr. Avi, for having us on the podcast and for such a great conversation. We are grateful for the relationship, the opportunity to connect, and the work you are doing to move ...

Dental Careers | LADD Dental Group

A career in dentistry is about so much more than teeth. It is about people. It is about building relationships, relieving pain, restoring confidence, helping families stay healthy, and making a meaningful difference in the communities we serve. At LADD Dental Group , we believe that is what makes a career in dentistry so rewarding—and what makes being part of the LADD family especially fulfilling. For more than 40 years, LADD has been built around a simple philosophy: family serving families. That philosophy applies not only to our patients, but also to the people who come to work with us every day. Your Work Has a Purpose One of the greatest rewards of working in dentistry is seeing the immediate impact you can have on someone's life. A dental assistant can help a nervous patient feel comfortable. A hygienist can educate a patient and help prevent future problems. A treatment coordinator can help a family understand their options and find a path toward better oral health. A pr...

Officially Welcome Dr. Greg Velligan | Chief Clinical Officer

Today is an exciting day for the entire LADD Dental Group family as Dr. Greg Velligan officially begins his journey with our organization as our Chief Clinical Officer. We have been looking forward to this day for quite some time, and we couldn’t be more excited about what lies ahead. Dr. Velligan brings 36 years of experience in dentistry , including clinical practice, dental education, multi-site dental operations, practice ownership, and clinical leadership. His experience has given him a unique perspective on what it takes to support both excellent patient care and the dental professionals who provide it. But what excites us most isn't simply his impressive résumé. It is who Dr. Velligan is and what he brings to the table as a leader, mentor, and dentist. Hitting the Ground Running From the very beginning, Dr. Velligan has understood something that is incredibly important to us at LADD: Our organization is built around people. Our patients. Our doctors. Our hygienists. Our a...

Our Why | LADD Dental Group

Every organization has a “why.” For us at LADD Dental Group , our why has never simply been about dentistry . It is about people. It is about taking care of patients, supporting our doctors and team members, strengthening the communities we serve, and building an organization that our family—and the families we serve—can be proud of. LADD was founded in 1978 by Dr. John Ladd with a simple philosophy: put the patient first, and the money will follow. More than four decades later, that philosophy continues to guide the way we lead. Our Why Starts With Family LADD Dental Group is a family-run organization, and we believe that matters. Our goal isn't simply to build a large dental organization. We want to build a great dental organization —one where people know they matter. That means creating an environment where our doctors can practice great dentistry , our team members can grow in their careers, and our patients feel genuinely cared for. When we say “family serving families,” ...