“Best” can mean different things depending on what you're looking for—clinical quality, patient experience, growth and innovation, dentist support, and affordability plus convenience . Based on a mix of those factors, here are some of the top dental groups in Indiana, each known for different strengths:
⭐ 1. LADD Dental Group
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HQ: Kokomo, IN
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Offices: 7+ (including Kokomo, Peru, Wabash, Bunker Hill, Greentown, McCordsville, Westfield, Logansport, and Huntington)
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Strengths:
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Family-owned and operated since 1978
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Strong focus on community engagement and new dental technology (e.g., Overjet AI, SureSmile)
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Entrepreneurial and growth-oriented (6,000+ new patients/year)
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EOS implementation and leadership development culture
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⭐ 2. Mortenson Dental Partners / Gentle Dentist
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HQ: Louisville, KY
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Indiana Offices: 25+
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Strengths:
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One of the largest employee-owned DSOs in the country
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Strong clinical mentorship model
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Operates many practices under “Gentle Dentist” branding in Indiana
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Great focus on long-term doctor retention and satisfaction
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⭐ 3. Heartland Dental
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HQ: Effingham, IL (but large presence in Indiana)
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Strengths:
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The largest DSO in the U.S. with major support systems
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Offers unmatched scalability, continuing education, and benefits for supported dentists
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Multiple offices throughout Indiana (exact number not publicly disclosed)
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⭐ 4. Indy Dental Group
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HQ: Indianapolis, IN
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Offices: 7
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Strengths:
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Long-standing reputation for high-quality care in the Indianapolis metro area
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Private, dentist-led group with loyal patient base
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Strong presence in suburban markets like Carmel and Westfield
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⭐ 5. Vision Dental Partners
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HQ: Leo, IN
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Offices: 7
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Strengths:
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Doctor-led DSO with a growing, quality-focused network
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Presence in both rural and metro markets
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Practices are well-reviewed and offer a wide range of specialty care
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⭐ 6. Pippin Dental & Braces (Western Dental affiliate)
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Focus: Primarily pediatric and orthodontic care
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Strengths:
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Accessible, affordable care model for kids and families
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Medicaid-friendly and community focused
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Honorable Mentions:
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Gavric Dental Associates (Merrillville) – One of the best-reviewed private practices in Northern Indiana.
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Northpoint Dental Group (Mishawaka) – Top-rated comprehensive family dentistry practice.
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