Why dental organizations are rethinking automation in 2026
Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026 | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM CT
Patient expectations have shifted — speed, transparency and convenience are now non-negotiable. Dental practices and DSOs are under pressure to deliver seamless experiences without adding complexity or overextending staff.
To meet these demands sustainably, many are turning to automation. Beyond improving the patient journey, it's helping dental organizations unlock financial gains and scale smarter across sites.
In this session, leaders from Archway Dental Partners, Forest Family Dentistry, PDS Health and The Dental Specialists share how they're simplifying access, payments and reconciliation with automation that supports staff and patient needs. Attendees will learn what to centralize, what to keep flexible and how to protect trust and brand consistency alongside growth.
Key takeaways:
To meet these demands sustainably, many are turning to automation. Beyond improving the patient journey, it's helping dental organizations unlock financial gains and scale smarter across sites.
In this session, leaders from Archway Dental Partners, Forest Family Dentistry, PDS Health and The Dental Specialists share how they're simplifying access, payments and reconciliation with automation that supports staff and patient needs. Attendees will learn what to centralize, what to keep flexible and how to protect trust and brand consistency alongside growth.
Key takeaways:
- How to reduce friction across access, scheduling and payments without increasing staff workload
- Where leaders see the clearest ROI from automation investments
- Design principles for scalable workflows that preserve patient experience and support teams
Presenters:
Alan S. Law DDS, PhD
President, The Dental Specialists
Adam Richichi, MBA
Chief Executive Officer, Archway Dental Partners
Bonnie Thompson
Chief Operating Officer, FOREST FAMILY DENTISTRY
Nemi George
Vice President, Information Security Officer Service Operations, PDS Health
