PDS continues its expansion as a specialty dental support organization, offering unique benefits to dental specialists and announcing several new supported specialty groups across the country.
IRVINE, CALIF. April 4, 2024 – Pacific Dental Services® (PDS), a leading dental and medical support organization in the U.S., announces the expansion of its specialty dental support organization (DSO) and specialist ownership model, reaching new states and fostering unique advantages for dental specialists and patients alike.
PDS is pleased to announce the following new supported specialty groups:
Endo Health Group
- Owned by Fredericka Salbo, DMD
- Provides endodontic care in Georgia and Louisiana
Optimus Endo
- Owned by Djavan Wharton-Lake, DDS
- Provides endodontic care in Virginia and Maryland
Periodontics Health Group
- Owned by Zulema Valdivia, DDS
- Provides periodontic care in Georgia, in addition to Florida and South Carolina
With a focus on empowering dental specialists, PDS’ specialty DSO model allows them to own their own practice without the financial burden of a physical location. Practice owners can leverage the business and operational expertise of PDS and have the freedom to focus exclusively on patient care. This innovative approach provides owners with greater flexibility and access to a robust clinical network, including PDS-supported dental and medical practices, enhancing overall patient care.
“Owning my own practice is something I’ve always wanted,” said Fredericka Salbo, DMD, one of the newest dental specialists to leverage the PDS specialty DSO after five years of providing endodontic treatments at PDS-supported practices in Georgia. “Through the PDS platform, I benefit from PDS’ leading-edge technology, including integrated dental and medical health records, and have access to a front office team that helps coordinate schedules and billing so that I can focus on providing the highest quality care without the headache of managing a physical office space.”
For patients, PDS’ comprehensive specialty model provides unparalleled convenience by allowing them to access specialty services within the same practice as their general dentist, offering a seamless transition between general and specialized dental care.
“Patients can get the treatment they need without leaving their general dentist’s office – truly a win-win situation that promotes continuity of care and enhances overall patient satisfaction,” added Dr. Salbo.
Since 2021, PDS has supported seven specialist groups through its specialty DSO platform, with an ongoing commitment to further investment in this area. This strategic focus aims to empower dental specialists in ownership while ensuring a seamless process for patients seeking orthodontic, endodontic, periodontic, or oral surgery services.
To learn more about how PDS supports dental specialists, visit pacificdentalservices.com.
