Ladd Dental Group

 We are incredibly excited about the opportunity to create Indy-centric tennis content and, more importantly, to use tennis as a way to build relationships throughout our community. For us, tennis has always been about much more than competition. It is about meeting new people. It is about creating friendships. It is about competing against someone and then shaking their hand at the net. It is about learning from one another, encouraging one another, and becoming part of something bigger than yourself. That is what makes this opportunity so exciting. Our Channel Is About Relationships One of the coolest parts of being involved in the Indianapolis tennis community has been the ability to compete while simultaneously meeting so many great people. Every match creates an opportunity to make a new connection. Sometimes you win. Sometimes you lose. But either way, you walk away having shared an experience with someone who loves the game just as much as you do. Those relationships are w...

 A great dental hygienist does much more than clean teeth. You educate patients. You build relationships. You help patients overcome dental anxiety. You recognize potential problems. You encourage better oral health habits. And, perhaps most importantly, you become someone patients trust. At LADD Dental Group, we believe dental hygienists are an essential part of delivering exceptional patient care—and we want our hygienists to have the opportunity to build rewarding careers while being part of something bigger than themselves. You Are More Than a Hygienist at LADD Dental Group One of the things that makes a career at LADD Dental Group different is our belief that every member of the dental team matters. Our hygienists are not simply there to "clean teeth." They are educators, relationship builders, advocates for patients, and an important part of the clinical team. We want our hygienists to feel heard, respected, and valued. Because when our team members feel supported, ou...

 At LADD Dental Group , we believe dentistry is more than simply taking care of teeth. It is a profession built on relationships, continuous learning, and a commitment to becoming better every day. That is why clinical mentorship is such an important part of who we are as an Indiana dental group . We believe great clinicians are not created in isolation. They grow through experience, education, collaboration, and relationships with other dental professionals who are willing to share what they have learned along the way. Dentistry Is a Lifelong Learning Profession One of the things that makes dentistry such a rewarding profession is that there is always more to learn. New technologies, materials, procedures, treatment philosophies, and techniques continue to evolve. Even experienced dentists encounter clinical situations that challenge them and create opportunities to learn something new. Having another experienced clinician to talk with can make a tremendous difference. Sometim...

 Finding a new family dentist is about much more than simply finding an office that has an opening on the schedule. Your family deserves a dental home where you feel welcomed, listened to, and confident that your oral health is in good hands. If you’re searching for a new family dentist in Westfield , Indiana , we’d love for you to consider what makes a dental practice truly feel like home. A Dental Office That Welcomes the Whole Family One of the biggest advantages of choosing a family dental practice is convenience. Instead of having different dentists for different members of your family, a family-focused office can care for children, teenagers, parents, and grandparents under one roof. At LADD Dental Group, we believe dentistry should be about families serving families . We want our patients to feel comfortable from the moment they walk through our doors. Whether your child is visiting the dentist for the first time, you're overdue for a cleaning, or a family member needs ...

 In dentistry , we have more marketing tools available to us than ever before. We can run digital ads. We can invest in social media. We can improve our websites, send emails, create videos, optimize our Google presence and spend money trying to reach new patients. All of those things can be valuable. But at LADD Dental Group , we believe there is one form of marketing that will always be more powerful than anything we can buy: A truly great patient experience. Because when a patient has an exceptional experience, something special happens—they tell someone else. And that referral means more than just acquiring another new patient. It means someone trusted us enough to recommend their family member, friend, coworker or neighbor. People Remember How You Made Them Feel Dental care can be intimidating for many people. Some patients have anxiety. Some have had negative experiences in the past. Others may have avoided the dentist for years because they were embarrassed, uncomfortable ...

  Today was a special opportunity for our LADD Dental Group family as we had the chance to spend time with the wonderful students and teachers at Abacus Early Learning Center in Westfield . We truly enjoyed the opportunity to speak with the students, get to know the teachers, and share a little bit about what we do in dentistry and why taking care of our communities is so important to us. One of the things we love most about being part of a family-run dental organization is that our work extends far beyond the four walls of our dental offices . It is about people, relationships, education, and investing in the communities we are fortunate enough to serve. Spending time with young children is always a great reminder of the importance of making healthcare approachable and positive from an early age. Creating good experiences and helping children understand the importance of taking care of their teeth can help establish healthy habits that last a lifetime. We are also incredibly gra...

 There are some opportunities in business that feel less like work and more like spending time with friends—and our recent podcast recording with Dr. Avi Patel was definitely one of those experiences! We had an absolute blast in the booth recording with Avi. From the moment we started, the conversation was engaging, authentic, and filled with plenty of laughs. It was one of those conversations where you look up at the clock and realize, “Wow, we've been talking for that long?” But beyond the fun, we are incredibly grateful for the opportunity to spend time with Avi and share our experiences, perspectives, and stories from the dental industry. One of the things we value most at LADD Dental Group is relationships . Dentistry is a people business. The relationships we build with our doctors, team members, patients, industry partners, mentors, and friends are what make this profession so rewarding. Our relationship with Avi is a great example of that. We appreciate the work he is d...

 Today was a special opportunity for our LADD Dental Group family as we had the chance to spend time with the wonderful students and teachers at Abacus Early Learning Center in Westfield . We truly enjoyed the opportunity to speak with the students, get to know the teachers, and share a little bit about what we do in dentistry and why taking care of our communities is so important to us. One of the things we love most about being part of a family-run dental organization is that our work extends far beyond the four walls of our dental offices . It is about people, relationships, education, and investing in the communities we are fortunate enough to serve. Spending time with young children is always a great reminder of the importance of making healthcare approachable and positive from an early age. Creating good experiences and helping children understand the importance of taking care of their teeth can help establish healthy habits that last a lifetime. We are also incredibly grat...

 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...

 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...

 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 ...

 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...

 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...

 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,” ...

 The Old Treaty Grounds in Huntington, Indiana are one of the most historically significant places in the Huntington area because they sit at the intersection of Miami Indian history, the Wabash River, early American settlement, treaty-making, and eventually the development of Huntington itself .  The Forks of the Wabash The key to understanding the Treaty Grounds is the Forks of the Wabash —where the Little River meets the Wabash River just west of present-day Huntington . For the Miami people, this was an important location because it was both a transportation crossroads and a place of commerce and diplomacy . The river system connected the Great Lakes region with the Wabash and ultimately the Ohio and Mississippi river systems. Local historical accounts describe the Forks as an important center for Miami tribal activities and treaty negotiations. The location was especially valuable because of the nearby portage around present-day Fort Wayne , which connected the Maumee R...

 At LADD Dental Group , we have never believed that bigger automatically means better. Our philosophy has always been about growing thoughtfully, staying connected to our communities, and putting people first . That is one of the reasons we believe our operational density is such an important advantage. For us, operational density means having multiple dental offices within a concentrated geographic footprint. Instead of spreading ourselves across a large region, we intentionally build a network of practices where our teams, doctors, leadership, and resources can stay connected. Today, that creates advantages in three areas that matter enormously to us: Operations. Clinical mentorship. Patient experience. Better Operations Through Proximity Running a dental organization is complicated. Every office has unique needs, but many operational challenges are shared. When our offices are geographically close to one another, our teams can communicate more easily, share ideas, solve proble...

 At LADD Dental Group , we have always believed that dentistry is about much more than teeth. It is about people. It is about families. It is about relationships, trust, mentorship and making sure every patient who walks through our doors feels cared for. As a family-run dental organization, we have worked hard to build an environment where our doctors and clinical teams can grow while keeping the patient at the center of everything we do. That is why we are so grateful and excited to welcome Dr. Greg Velligan as our new Chief Clinical Officer . Dr. Velligan officially joins the LADD family on September 21, 2026, bringing 36 years of experience across clinical dentistry , dental education and multi-site dental operations . His experience gives LADD another opportunity to strengthen something we have always considered incredibly important: supporting our providers and clinical teams. What Does a Chief Clinical Officer Do? In a dental organization, the Chief Clinical Officer serves...