GPO & Dental Resources
Running an independent dental practice is about more than caring for patients and managing costs.
It requires staying attuned to industry trends and making strategic operational and marketing decisions critical for the longterm success of your practice. To help you navigate these challenges and effectively run your practice, we are always providing new resources on a spectrum of topics. Our mission is to help you power your practice.
Running an Independent Practice
What is a GPO?
January 02, 2020
GPO stands for “group purchasing organization.” By definition, it’s a membership-based group that buys similar products. By all GPO members coming together as one, they…
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Industry Insights
Practicing dentistry during an unprecedented economic period
January 06, 2023
The following is an article written by Dr. Mustafa Shah-Khan, DDS published in Dental Economics in January 2023 During my 20-year career, we have seen…
Read MoreSelecting a Dental Lab: Key Factors to Consider
July 26, 2022
By: Mustafa Shah-Khan, DDS When you’re looking for a dental lab to address prosthetic needs, there are a few things that you should examine….
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Interview with Impression and Restorative Materials Partner Kettenbach
April 14, 2023
Dr. Mustafa Shah Khan and Dr. Richard Offutt started Synergy Dental Partners 13 years ago. The subject today is dental impression and restorative materials and…
Read MoreInterview with Rotary Instrument Partner Komet
February 23, 2023
Dr. Mustafa Shah Khan and Dr. Richard Offutt started Synergy Dental Partners 12 years ago. The subject today is Rotary Instruments, and their guest is…
Read MoreInterview with Lab Partner Oral Arts Dental Laboratory
November 04, 2022
Dr. Mustafa Shah Khan and Dr. Richard Offutt started Synergy Dental Partners 13 years ago. The subject today is the dental laboratory, and their guest…
Read MoreRead what our members have to say about Synergy in our Dental Product Shopper Evaluation
“I joined Synergy and now have DSO pricing on my supplies.”
Eric Bender, DMD
Lakeville, MN
“I can order from one vendor with confidence that the products are at a good price point.”
Gregory Camp,DDS
Mansfield, TX
“Synergy allowed me to leverage the power of group buying, saving money and lower overhead.”