Company Overview
Meet Heartland DentalFrom humble beginnings in Illinois to a network of supported offices across 38 states, Heartland Dental has grown out of a commitment to dental excellence. Here are some highlights from our rich history:
- Founded in 1997 in Effingham, IL
- The nation’s largest Dental Support Organization
- 1,650+ supported offices
- Nation’s best CE and leadership training
- Doctor-led culture and business model
Latest Press Release
Heartland Dental Tells its Legacy Story with Upcoming Documentary PremiereEFFINGHAM, Ill., October 18, 2022 — Heartland Dental, the nation’s leading dental support organization (DSO), released the two-minute trailer for its upcoming documentary, entitled My Heartland. What began as a passion project to capture Heartland Dental’s rich company history, soon turned into an inspirational film that tells the story of the true American dream.
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More Press Releases
Heartland Dental Blog Heartland Dental Supports Dental Practices With Education, Collaboration, & Quality Care. Learn More About Us & Find A Supported Career Perfect For You.
- Heartland Dental Founder and Executive Chairman, Dr. Rick Workman Featured in Forbeson April 2, 2026
Heartland Dental is proud to share that founder, Dr. Rick Workman, was recently featured in Forbes, recognizing his entrepreneurial journey and the lasting impact of his leadership on dentistry.
- Heartland Dental Closes Key Transaction with Smile Design Dentistryon September 8, 2025
EFFINGHAM, Ill., September 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Heartland Dental, one of the world’s first and the leading dental support organization (DSO), today announced the closing of its key transaction with Smile Design Dentistry. Heartland Dental now supports over 3,100 doctors in more than 1,880 locations across 39 states and the District of Columbia.
- Heartland Dental Reports Strong First Half of 2025, Driving Growth, Innovation, and Expanded Access to Careon August 5, 2025
Effingham, Ill., August 5, 2025 – Heartland Dental, the nation’s leading dental support organization, is proud to report significant progress in the first half of 2025, marked by continued growth through the Company’s affiliation and de novo programs, helping supported doctors and their teams expand access to dental care, and ongoing innovation in non-clinical support services.
Brand Identity
Our LogoThe Heartland Dental logo embodies our vision to be a world-class company and the leader in dentistry. Media companies and other outlets are invited to use our approved logos when featuring Heartland Dental stories.
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