--- title: "Dental GPO for Independent Dentists | Save on Supplies l Unified Smiles" description: "Reduce dental supply costs by 18–23%. Unified Smiles helps independent dentists access DSO-level pricing without giving up ownership. See your savings today!" type: article version: 1 version_id: "4f63ef1c-78c0-4379-9e92-67ddaeb4f0d7" generated_at: "2026-05-06T01:50:30.962Z" language: en reading_time: "15 min" word_count: 2842 keywords: ["Dental GPO for Independent Dentists", "Save on Supplies l Unified Smiles"] url: "https://unifiedsmiles.com/membership" --- # Dental GPO for Independent Dentists | Save on Supplies l Unified Smiles > Reduce dental supply costs by 18–23%. Unified Smiles helps independent dentists access DSO-level pricing without giving up ownership. See your savings today! ## Key Takeaways - What is Unified Smiles? ## Contents - [What is Unified Smiles?](#what-is-unified-smiles) - [$0](#0) - [$0](#0) - [$0](#0) - [$0](#0) # Stop Overpaying for Dental Supplies. Get DSO-Level Pricing—Without Selling Your Practice. Unified Smiles helps independent dentists reduce overhead, increase profitability, and gain buying power typically reserved for corporate groups. Save **up to 60% on supplies** Access **120+ vetted vendors** Dedicated Member Specialist (not DIY) See My Potential Savings ### See How It Works & Find Your Savings! [Let's Meet!](/meetings/edward-gifford/learn-more?hsLang=en) Call us now! 866-747-9007  ### ## What is Unified Smiles? Unified Smiles is a dental group purchasing organization (GPO) built specifically for independent practices. We help dentists access the same pricing, vendors, and operational advantages as large DSOs—without giving up ownership or control. ### How is this different from a DSO? - You keep 100% ownership - No equity or control taken - No operational mandates - Just better pricing, support, and strategy ### How does it work? - We negotiate pricing with top vendors - You get instant access to those discounts - Your Member Specialist helps optimize everything  #### **How To Start Saving (Simple & Fast)** Step 1 **Join Unified Smiles ** Get immediate access to pre-negotiated pricing Step 2 **Review Your Current Spend ** We identify savings opportunities instantly Step 3 **Start Saving ** Switch where it makes sense—no forced changes Step 4 **Optimize & Grow** We help you reduce overhead and increase revenue Start Saving Today! **What You Actually Gain as a Member** - Reduce Overhead Lower your supply costs by 20-30% on average - Increase Profitability Turn purchasing into a strategic advantage—not an expense - Save Time No more negotiating with reps or comparing vendors - Expand Revenue Opportunities Access partners that help you grow procedures and services - Expert Guidance Your dedicated Member Specialist acts as your advisor ### Average Results ## $0 Annual Savings Per Year for Supplies ## $0 Annual Savings Per Year for Lab Services ## $0 Annual Savings Per Year for Endo and Hygiene Instruments ## $0 Annual Savings Per Year for Credit Card Processing **Is Unified Smiles Worth It?** **Without Unified Smiles** - Retail pricing - Limited vendor access - Time spent negotiating - Guesswork decisions - Higher overhead **With Unified Smiles** - Negotiated pricing - 120+ vetted partners - Done-for-you sourcing - Expert guidance - Lower, optimized costs Most practices cover the cost of membership within the first few weeks. Simple, Transparent Pricing $225/month for 1 Location\* $250 Onboarding If your practice spends $5,000+ per month on supplies, membership typically pays for itself in the first 30 days. \*Special pricing available for multi-locations [Join Now](https://unifiedsmiles.com/join?hsLang=en) [Get a Savings Analysis First](https://unifiedsmiles.com/meetings/edward-gifford/learn-more?hsLang=en) > Unified Smiles has been a game-changer for our practice. The savings we've achieved have allowed us to reinvest in our patient care and technology. Tabitha Dayton Dental Collaborative l Dayton, OH > Unified Smiles gets me the most savings, is partnered with the people I want to use, and I'm saving thousands a month! Dr. Robert Laing Laing Family Dentistry l Van Wert, OH > “Since joining Unified Smiles, our practice can now afford to offer its employees amazing benefits such as health insurance and 401K. In addition, the service we receive from our Unified Smiles Representative is top notch. She checks in regularly to see how she can help our practice and has introduced us to other vendors that have help us save even more money.” Anh Bui Camenzuli Dental Excellence | New Orleans, LA > "Unified Smiles was instrumental in us reopening after the COVID-19 shutdown – they shared best practices and provided us with premium PPE. Unified Smiles has saved us so much money and found solutions for problems we didn’t know we had." Chris Rado Down to Earth Dental | Tacoma, WA > “The savings I have seen with Unified Smiles allow me to compete with corporations and DSOs while maintaining my independence and quality of care. In addition, Unified Smiles provided my practice with comprehensive compliance manuals – I now have help guiding new hires and staying compliant with OSHA and HIPAA.” Dr. Bill Skinner Solace Dental | Urbandale, IA > “As a result of joining Unified Smiles, our patient services and communication have improved, and we now have access to resources that help us run more efficiently. I find the experience with Unified Smiles exceptional – I only wish I had found out about them years ago.” Dr. Jeff Hibbard Hibbard Dental Care | Clovis, CA > USE......THIS.....SERVICE!!!! It is a game changer! Especially for a start-up dental office in today's high priced economy. This will help so that those big financial hits don't feel as big. Dr. Diondre Venable Calcium Dental | Brandywine, MD > It is not just about the savings but also about the partnerships and the Member Services Specialist to help find the solutions. Kim Edgewood Dental Associates l Pittsburgh, PA > Unified Smiles has been a game-changer for our practice. The savings we've achieved have allowed us to reinvest in our patient care and technology. Tabitha Dayton Dental Collaborative l Dayton, OH > Unified Smiles gets me the most savings, is partnered with the people I want to use, and I'm saving thousands a month! Dr. Robert Laing Laing Family Dentistry l Van Wert, OH > “Since joining Unified Smiles, our practice can now afford to offer its employees amazing benefits such as health insurance and 401K. In addition, the service we receive from our Unified Smiles Representative is top notch. She checks in regularly to see how she can help our practice and has introduced us to other vendors that have help us save even more money.” Anh Bui Camenzuli Dental Excellence | New Orleans, LA > "Unified Smiles was instrumental in us reopening after the COVID-19 shutdown – they shared best practices and provided us with premium PPE. Unified Smiles has saved us so much money and found solutions for problems we didn’t know we had." Chris Rado Down to Earth Dental | Tacoma, WA > “The savings I have seen with Unified Smiles allow me to compete with corporations and DSOs while maintaining my independence and quality of care. In addition, Unified Smiles provided my practice with comprehensive compliance manuals – I now have help guiding new hires and staying compliant with OSHA and HIPAA.” Dr. Bill Skinner Solace Dental | Urbandale, IA > “As a result of joining Unified Smiles, our patient services and communication have improved, and we now have access to resources that help us run more efficiently. I find the experience with Unified Smiles exceptional – I only wish I had found out about them years ago.” Dr. Jeff Hibbard Hibbard Dental Care | Clovis, CA > USE......THIS.....SERVICE!!!! It is a game changer! Especially for a start-up dental office in today's high priced economy. This will help so that those big financial hits don't feel as big. Dr. Diondre Venable Calcium Dental | Brandywine, MD > It is not just about the savings but also about the partnerships and the Member Services Specialist to help find the solutions. Kim Edgewood Dental Associates l Pittsburgh, PA > Unified Smiles has been a game-changer for our practice. The savings we've achieved have allowed us to reinvest in our patient care and technology. Tabitha Dayton Dental Collaborative l Dayton, OH > Unified Smiles gets me the most savings, is partnered with the people I want to use, and I'm saving thousands a month! Dr. Robert Laing Laing Family Dentistry l Van Wert, OH - - - - - - - - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) - How much can a dental practice save with a GPO? Most practices save between 20-30% on supplies, depending on current purchasing habits. On clinical supplies, practices can save up to 60%. - Is Unified Smiles only for large practices? No. Most of our members are independent practices with 1–3 locations. We have a strong program for start-up dental practices where we guide you to savings before you see your first patient. - Do I have to switch suppliers? No. You choose what to change and when. You are in control of your purchasing decisions. - How quickly will I see savings? You’ll begin seeing savings quickly. Once you join, our network of partners is notified of your membership and your practice is added to our specially negotiated fee schedules. Many practices start realizing significant savings within the first 30 days. - Is there a contract? There are no long-term commitments. When your practice joins, a dedicated Member Specialist will guide your onboarding and help you identify savings opportunities. Your agreement begins with a 3‑month initial term, then continues on a month‑to‑month basis. - What does a membership in your enhanced dental GPO cost? Unified Smiles membership is $225 per month, with special pricing available for multi‑location practices. There is a one-time $250 onboarding fee when you join. **Stop Overpaying. Start Running a More Profitable Practice.** ###### Join 1,500+ independent dentists already saving with Unified Smiles. [Join Unified Smiles](https://unifiedsmiles.com/join?hsLang=en) [Talk to a Specialist](https://unifiedsmiles.com/meetings/edward-gifford/learn-more?hsLang=en) [Call Us Now at (866) 747-9007](tel:+18667479007) --- ## About This Content **Source:** [Dental GPO for Independent Dentists | Save on Supplies l Unified Smiles](https://unifiedsmiles.com/membership) *This content is provided for informational purposes. Please visit the original source for the most up-to-date information.*