By Diwakar Sinha, CEO, Polaris Healthcare Partners
When I think about the journey from dental school to running a thriving practice, I’m reminded of the conversations I’ve had with new dentists over the years. The excitement is there but so is the weight of debt, the uncertainty about clinical skills, and the hesitation to take on the risks of ownership too soon.
The American Dental Association’s Health Policy Institute confirms what I’ve been seeing: more dentists are delaying ownership. And while that can feel like a setback, I see it as an opening —a chance to grow skills, confidence, and financial stability before stepping into the owner’s chair.
That’s why at Polaris Healthcare Partners; we’ve built something different: on‑site Clinical Coaching. Not a weekend seminar. Not another Zoom session. But real, in‑practice mentorship shoulder‑to‑shoulder with you, in your operatories, with your patients.
Why On‑Site Changes the Game
I’ve lost count of how many doctors have told me they left a seminar fired up, only to watch that energy fade within weeks. The daily grind takes over, and the new ideas get buried under old habits.
On‑site coaching breaks that cycle. It’s like the difference between a workout buddy who texts you from across town and a trainer standing next to you, adjusting your form and pushing you to do one more rep. The accountability is built in. The feedback is immediate. And the growth sticks.
From Debt to Freedom
For dentists in aesthetic practices, physician groups, or dental groups, the early years can be financially tight. Our model helps you:
- Build advanced clinical skills without the overhead of ownership
- Increase production and income while paying down debt faster
- Gain the confidence to expand into additional practices when the time is right
Expanding What’s Possible
One of my favorite moments is watching a dentist perform a procedure they never thought they’d take on whether it’s advanced restorative work, surgical extractions, or implant placement. That expanded skill set means:
- More care stays in‑house
- Patients trust you more
- The practice grows revenue without adding more patient volume
And when a case truly calls for a specialist, you refer with intention — not by default.
The Measurable Impact
We’ve seen general dentists producing $500K–$800K annually grow production by 50–100% in 18–36 months. That’s not just numbers on a spreadsheet; it’s real income, real freedom, and a better quality of life. For practice owners, it’s stronger teams, higher EBITDA, and healthier margins.
The Bigger Picture
We’re not just building better dentists. We’re building Super Dentists clinicians who can produce at the highest levels, serve more patients, and achieve financial independence without rushing into ownership before they’re ready.
For dentists, that means more income and less stress. For owners, it means a team that’s confident, capable, and committed. And for patients, it means better care, closer to home.
Coming Soon: 2-Day Clinical and Operations Integrations Workshop in Charlotte, NC
If you want to go even deeper into how clinical excellence connects with operational strength, we’re hosting a 2-day seminar on January 14th & 15th in Charlotte, NC. Led by Dr. Vivek Solanki and the Polaris team, this event is designed for practice owners and clinical leaders who want to align strategy with execution — especially when it comes to:
- Clinical integration that drives production
- Operational systems that support scale
- Doctor development that builds leadership and retention
This seminar is built for those who want to build something that lasts not just survive but thrive.
Want to be first in line for this limited event? Head to our contact form and mention “January Clinical Course” in your message. We’ll make sure you’re among the first to receive registration access.
In Part 2, I’ll share the exact numbers — how this impacts associate income, practice EBITDA, and even enterprise value across a group. If you lead a practice or a group, you’ll want to see this.”
At Polaris Healthcare Partners, our mission is to turn complexity into opportunity and ambition into legacy. Contact us to explore more.
