Doctor-led Dental Network Alliance enters Dallas and Nashville market
Little Rock, Ark. (June 23, 2026) — Rock Dental Brands, a leading Dental Network Alliance with more than 110 affiliated practices, today announced record growth in the first half of 2026, adding 9 providers and 6 partnerships to its network, with 4 more partnerships in the works. The expansion marks the company’s entry into Texas and continued growth in Tennessee, including Nashville, while further extending its footprint in Florida and Alabama.
Why the Expansion Matters
The company’s 2026 growth reflects broader trends in the dental industry, where independent specialty practices are increasingly evaluating alternatives to traditional dental service organizations. Rock Dental Brands reports growing interest from pediatric dentistry, orthodontic and oral surgery providers seeking partnership models that combine operational support with
doctor-led decision making.
2026 Growth Highlights
● Added 9 providers
● Added 6 clinics
● Expanded into Texas
● Entered the Nashville, Tennessee market
● Increased presence in Florida and Alabama
● Supports more than 110 affiliated practices
● More than doubled year-over-year Q1 growth
“Rock Dental Brands was founded by doctors to create something better and different from the legacy DSO model. We are the first Dental Network Alliance, and we find that our approach to partnership and solutions for our affiliated pediatric dentistry, orthodontic and oral surgery practices sets Rock Dental Brands apart,” said Kristi Casey, Chief Executive Officer of Rock
Dental Brands. “We are humbled by and proud of the market-leading practices that decide to join our doctor-led group. We view this as the strongest testament to our model and the positive impact we continue to have on the dental community.”
Rock Dental Brands’ growth included partnerships with leading pediatric dentistry and orthodontic practices, strengthening its presence across the Southeast and South Central United States while establishing a foothold in new regions. The company continues to focus on strategic expansion in markets with strong patient demand and opportunities for clinical
collaboration.
“We’re seeing a clear shift in the market, with more doctors looking for flexible partnership models that support growth without sacrificing autonomy,” said Spencer Lunghino, Chief Development Officer of Rock Dental Brands. “Our expansion into new geographies is a direct response to that demand, and we expect continued growth across the Southeast, South Central
and Mountain West regions.”
Rock Dental Brands plans to build on this momentum throughout 2026, with continued expansion into new markets and additional partnerships across its core specialties.
About Rock Dental Brands
Rock Dental Brands is a progressive practice management group, started by dentists, that provides support to general and dental specialists affiliates, including Westrock Orthodontics, Birmingham Orthodontics, Baptiste Orthodontics, Coastline Orthodontics, Leap Kids Dental, Rock Family Dental and Impact Oral Surgery and a host of other independent brands. Rock Dental Brands’ mission is to make quality care attainable for each and every patient throughout their lifetime. For more information about Rock Dental Brands, visit RockDentalBrands.com.
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