You may have noticed that going to the dentist in Delaware feels a little different these days. That’s because many dental offices have been bought up by big corporate groups — sometimes called DSOs (Dental Support Organizations) or private equity-backed companies.
No matter what they’re called, the idea is the same: decisions about your care can be guided by investors and executives, instead of by the dentists who know and care about you. That can mean less time with your doctor, more pressure to choose certain treatments, and an experience that feels less personal.
At First State Dental, we’re proud to be different. We’re part of the Independent Dental Society of Delaware (IDS of DE) — a group of locally owned practices who believe dental care should always be guided by people who truly know you, not by corporations.
What does that mean for you?
- Care that’s personal. Every treatment decision is made right here, by doctors who know your smile and your story.
- Rooted in our community. We live here, we work here, and we’re committed to caring for our neighbors, not shareholders.
- Patients first, always. Our only priority is doing what’s best for you and your family.
Being part of IDS of DE means we’re standing with other independent practices to keep dentistry local, personal, and focused on what matters most — you.
Learn more about the Independent Dental Society of Delaware.