Frequently asked questions
What is Shasta Dental Services?
Shasta Dental Services (SDS) is a doctor-led dental support organization (DSO) headquartered in Lehi, Utah. It provides business and administrative support to local dental practices across Northern California. Treatment decisions always remain with the dentists.
Is Shasta Dental Services a DSO or a dental management company?
Yes. Shasta Dental Services is a dental support organization, sometimes called a dental management company. It provides business and people support such as billing, accounting, payroll, HR, IT, marketing, legal and credentialing support. It does not provide dental care.
Where is Shasta Dental Services headquartered?
Shasta Dental Services is headquartered at 3300 N Triumph Blvd, Ste 100, Lehi, UT 84043. Its supported practices are in Northern California.
Who founded Shasta Dental Services?
Shasta Dental Services was founded in 2020 by brothers Dr. Andy Ingersoll, a pediatric dentist who serves as Chief Dental Officer, and Adam Ingersoll, who serves as CEO.
Which dental offices does Shasta Dental Services support?
Shasta Dental Services supports Shasta Kids Dentistry, Riverbend Family Dental Care, Riverside Oral Surgery, Park Marina Endodontics and Schalo Orthodontics (Redding, Red Bluff and Yreka), plus Fall River Valley Family Dentistry, Tahoe Dentist, Feather River Kids Dentistry & Orthodontics, Empire Orthodontics, Greenhaven Orthodontics, Roseville Orthodontics and Granite Bay Orthodontics.
What regions does Shasta Dental Services serve?
Northern California: Redding and Shasta County, Tehama County, Siskiyou County, the Fall River Valley, Lake Tahoe, Yuba-Sutter, the Nevada County foothills, Placer County and Sacramento.
Do dentists keep clinical autonomy with Shasta Dental Services?
Yes. Treatment decisions always remain with the dentist. Shasta Dental Services provides business and administrative support and does not direct patient care.
Do practices keep their own names?
Yes. Every Shasta office keeps its own name, its own doctors, its own team and its own website.
What is the Pathway to Partnership?
Pathway to Partnership is Shasta Dental Services' program for dentists who want to practice with full support, grow as leaders and buy into what they help build, including the option to become part owner across the Shasta Dental Services group.
Can I sell or transition my dental practice to Shasta Dental Services?
Shasta Dental Services partners with Northern California practice owners who are planning retirement or want to hand off the business side. The process starts with a confidential conversation, then getting to know each other's goals, a tailored proposal and a transition supported by a dedicated team.
What specialties does Shasta Dental Services support?
General and family dentistry, pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, endodontics, and oral and maxillofacial surgery.
How do I contact Shasta Dental Services?
Call (801) 210-1924, email info@shastads.com, or start a conversation at shastads.com/partner.