Find The Right Long-Term Hire


Created by the ADA, ADAPT matches dentists with shared practice philosophies and goals for successful hires. Your profile helps our ADA Advisors find an associate that practices dentistry the way you do, so your patients and staff remain in good hands as you grow your business or strike your ideal work/life balance. Create your free profile or take our quick quiz to receive a customized recommendation on getting started.

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How ADAPT Helps You Hire The Right Person


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Matches Who Share Your Patient Care Philosophy
ADAPT will find candidates who match your practice style and treatment approach, ensuring your patients receive high-quality care.
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Guidance to Make Your New Hire Successful
ADAPT will provide resources and advice to successfully integrate a new dentist into your practice.
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A Dedicated ADA Advisor for Every Step

Your ADA Advisor will help you identify goals, evaluate candidates, and understand contract negotiations. 

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Take The Guesswork Out Of Hiring 


"I would not hesitate to recommend the ADAPT program! ... I am so happy that this program has enabled me to find the right person to join my practice!”

- DR. SHANNA GAGNON
OWNER, HIRING

Why Choose ADAPT?


You maintain control

There are no exclusivity agreements. Our mission is to educate you and provide complete transparency, giving you the tools to to make well-informed hiring decisions.

National reach

ADAPT’s national reach broadens the pool of potential candidates, connecting you with like-minded dentists from throughout the country.

Focus on philosophy of care

Your ADAPT profile provides insight into your core values, long-term goals, and approach to dentistry. This allows us to identify potential matches that share your philosophy of care.

Powered by the ADA

When you join, you'll get a personal ADA Advisor who will help you navigate the negotiation process so you can be confident that all parties are getting a fair deal.

Confidential & secure

No personally identifiable information is exchanged until both parties agree to move forward with the interview process.                

Personalized resources

Our mission is to provide you with the resources and tools needed to confidently integrate your new hire into your practice. 


Resources For Practice Owners


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How to Prepare for Tough Questions When Hiring

Show candidates your practice is well-run and ready for expansion.

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How to Prepare For Your New Hire  

Get staff on-board and integrate the new dentist into your practice.

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3 Contract Issues that Got Expensive

Protect your interests and your pocketbook by avoiding common issues.

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Is Mentorship-to-Ownership Right For Your Practice?

Mentor someone new for a set period, with an agreement to sell the practice at the end of the contract.

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