DIGRN Presents: Ted Osterer from Synergy on Cutting Costs & guaranteeing FDA-Cleared Dental Supplies
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Show Notes
Episode Title:
How Synergy Cuts Costs, Saves Time, and Guarantees FDA-Cleared Dental Supplies
Description
In this episode of the Dentistry in General Radio Network, Dr. Bob Dee interviews Ted Osterer from Synergy Dental Partners to uncover how their buying group model empowers private dentists to access DSO-level pricing without giving up their independence. Dr. Bob shares his personal experience with vetting Synergy for his own office and highlights the substantial cost savings and efficiency gains that come with membership. From FDA-cleared supplies and curated lab partnerships to freeing up staff time for more productive tasks, this conversation dives deep into how smart procurement through Synergy can help dentists spend less and do more—while maintaining full control of their practice.
Highlights
This episode explores how Synergy Dental Partners negotiates deals on behalf of independent dentists to deliver competitive pricing on supplies, lab fees, and services. Ted explains how Synergy works like a DSO in purchasing power, but without any ownership stakes, contracts, or obligations. Dr. Bob emphasizes how this shift freed up his assistant and himself to focus more on patient care and treatment planning rather than price shopping. The episode also stresses the importance of FDA-cleared products, inventory management, and working with trusted, pre-vetted labs.
Personal Passions
Dr. Bob is deeply passionate about advocating for private practice success and ensuring that dentists retain control while accessing the same advantages that DSOs offer. Ted shares his commitment to empowering independent practices by providing affordable, transparent, and compliant procurement options that keep patient safety and clinical integrity at the forefront.
Podcast Vision
Dentistry in General Radio Network is dedicated to supporting and strengthening private dental practices. Through conversations like this one, the podcast offers actionable insights and trusted partners to help dentists thrive clinically and financially—without compromising their autonomy or patient trust.
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