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Over the years, MDent Consulting has played a key role in launching hundreds of startups, transforming them into successful businesses that thrive, grow, and achieve maximum productivity. But don’t just take our word for it—explore these glowing testimonials from satisfied clients who have achieved remarkable success by implementing our proven processes.
Dr. Ravneet Kaur
Chandler Creek Dental Care
My name is Dr. Ravneet Kaur. I’m a wife, a mother of two, and owner at Chandler Creek Dental Care in Round Rock, Texas. I had always dreamed of becoming a dentist, but owning a dental office, running a dental practice was never something that I aspired to do as I was always little worried about business or the administrative part of dentistry. My husband, on the other hand, always dreamed of having a family business. I was sure that I wanted to do a startup, but who to hire, how to manage expenses, how to deal with the insurance companies, I knew that I needed a team. I couldn’t do it all by myself.
We were very fortunate that we found Maritza, MDent, and her team from the very beginning of our journey. Maritza flew from NY on the very first day when we opened our doors to the patients. She helped me hire, train, and prepare my staff. They are very accessible. You can email, text, or send a message and they usually respond back almost immediately. So if you are somebody like me who wants to open up a dental practice but is worried about the business or the administrative part of it, I would recommend Maritza, MDent, and her team 100%.
Dr. Alvin Aquino
White Oak Dental
You know, starting a practice from scratch and like having zero patience, it was definitely a daunting task. So you know when you're looking for a company to help us get credential and set up our keys and kind of like set up the right systems, you definitely helped us out getting on the right foot and that was definitely it.
It worked out because we were profitable from month one and we've just been growing and now you know if you were to tell me like 2 years from we opened doors, we would be expanding in an anti docket that we're going to leave you. But you definitely helped us out and even just like getting the right piece, it definitely helped us just run a very profitable distance, thank you.
Gabriel Aguilar
Fun Park Pediatric Dentistry
Hey yall I'm Gabriel and I work with Dr. Oye-Somefun in Suffolk Virginia at Fun Park Pediatric Dentistry. I started Maritza’s front desk academy training program four months ago and it has provided me with every bit of knowledge and tools myself and the practice need to be successful immediately and well into the future.
When I accepted this job, I was very green in the dental industry coming up from the construction sword. I had a lot of knowledge as far as customer service but my dental knowledge as far as front office and insurance was very lacking. But with Maritza’s training and her support I was able to get a firm grasp on the ins and outs of the daily management of the front office which was monumental. She helped me establish the best practices for our offices as well and was a fantastic person to bounce ideas off of for marketing ideas with her vast years of experience and knowledge she was able to let me know what was tried and true from what she’s seen out in the world.
The program’s biggest benefit is the comprehensive insurance training and support Maritza provides. She makes the headache of understanding this complex world of insurance incredibly more simple than it is even for a beginner like me coming in very green to get a good hold on this insurance world about a month in and Maritza’s been by my side and been very supportive for any difficult questions or situations I run up against. I have to say thank you very much from myself and all of us at Fun Park Pediatric. We wouldn’t have this immediate success and be set up for success well into the future without you.
Dr. Katherine Petersen
Wellspring Dental Studio
My name is Kasey Petersen. I have been a dentist for about 15 years. I worked in lots of different offices and learned lots of different ways to do things. I feel like I’ve learned the ways that I like to do things and some of the ways that I don’t want to do things. I’ve gotten a lot of experience working in several different environments and ultimately that lead me to wanting to open my own practice. I am excited to be opening a practice in my own hometown and caring for my own community.
Before I connected with Maritza and her team, I was actually looking to purchase an existing practice and not having a lot of luck. There were things that were falling through and someone then suggested why don’t you start a practice. Once I got that idea and felt like I could do that I started looking for locations. I was actually referred to Maritza and her team. I know another consultant who connected me with Maritza. That was a great introduction. It made me feel comfortable because I trusted the person who connected me to Maritza and I knew going into it that Maritza specialized in startups, so I knew it would be a good fit.
Choosing Maritza and her team and choosing MDent because I felt comfortable from our very first conversation. I knew that it was a good fit. I knew that we were going to work well together. I was excited that Maritza has experience with startup practices and I knew that she was going to be able to help me.
The biggest thing that stood out was that I knew it would be a good fit because Maritza and her team have systems and checklists in place and those speak to my heart. I knew that we would be very thorough and cover all our bases and make sure that nothing was missed or fell through the cracks in getting this process going. Working with MDent I feel comfortable. I feel ready. My practice is going to be opening in the next few weeks. I know that I have such a good support team behind me that has been helping me all along the way with the process of getting started and it's going to continue as we get going just holding my hand and making sure that we hit the ground running and are very successful. I recommend MDent to any dentist who wants to start their own practice. They have a wealth of experience and knowledge to share. They are so supportive and helpful. The most important thing is they’ll help you to elevate your level of care to start your own practice, hit the ground running, and be successful.
I would advise any dentist who is starting their own practice to absolutely work with a consultant. Especially, if you are like me and haven’t started your own practice before, why not work with somebody who has done it before and can show you how to do it along the way. MDent and Maritza and her team have been awesome to work with. They have walked with me through this whole process and they are going to continue as we get started. I feel so comfortable and know it's going to be successful because of the help that they’ve provided.
Dr. Shannon Thorsteinson
Wellspring Dental
Working with MDent has been essential to my startup journey. I wasn't sure I wanted to work with a consultant at first, mainly because I wasn't sure I could fit it in the budget. Having been through the process, I can safely say it was the right decision. They bring so much value in ways I didn't even anticipate, I'm really not sure how I would have gotten the startup going without them.
There are so many questions that come up throughout the process, and having an experienced team familiar with your project ready to help gave me peace of mind. They helped me from day 1, selecting my site location, creating a feasibility study, setting a timeline, and getting quotes for equipment and supplies. Later, they were extremely hands-on with setting me up with insurance credentials and my hiring process, which was huge for me as a new business owner. Having people to support the massive undertaking of filtering through applicants and interviews, then getting the team onboarded was amazing. MDent connected me with key players in the industry, made recommendations for vendors based on their personal experiences, and offered so much support throughout the process. It was really like having 3 team members from day 1. Their attention to detail and professional experience navigating the startup process is unparalleled, and I recommend them to all my friends. I feel so fortunate to have them set me up for success, and so grateful for their support.
Queens Modern Dental Suite
Dr. Charles Buchanan
We originally planned on starting our own practice, we knew what we wanted and when we wanted it. We just had no idea how to actually get there. Where MDent steps in for us is where dental school kind of ended in terms of our training. We learn so much about how to take care of our patients, but we never really get a firm grip on the business aspect, and that is where MDent helped us out a lot.
Confidence wraps it all together for me. Before, I simply didn’t really understand how to get this up and running, but With MDent, I was confident about where we were going and how we were getting there. When there were pitfalls, I would reach out to them, they would respond accordingly, and handle whatever situation we had.
Dr. Circe Lassegue
At the very beginning of this huge undertaking I was very overwhelmed but having MDent helped us take this into smaller bite-sized morsels that helped pull the whole project together. Maritza came highly recommended by our colleagues, so we knew Maritza was someone I could trust.
Dr. Lanre Oye-Sumefun
Fun Park Pediatric Dentistry
I'm a pediatric dentist and owner of Fun Park Pediatric Dentistry South of Virginia. Starting a practice is stressful but finding the right team makes a world of a difference. MDent Consulting was a pleasure to work with. They were precise but timely. They went above and beyond with my insurance credentialing. They helped me with my front desk training and recruiting, and after we completed the whole process, they continued to follow up months after my door was open. I will recommend them. They are a pleasure to work with.
Billie Westfall, Front Desk
Lexington Smiles, VA
Our practice has been seeing patients since July 28th this year. I, personally, would have been under a lot more stress and been a lot more lost if it hadn't been for Maritza' guidance and direction on how to get a new dental practice up and running. I have worked in the dental field for well over 20 years now, but this was my first opportunity as an office manager as well as opening a brand new practice.
She has helped me every step of the way. From the credentialing to marketing and setting up our computer software to just being available via phone call, zoom conference and email to answer a multitude of questions. I look forward to continuing to work with her to continue to get our practice to thrive and I have full confidence we will reach that goal.
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Dr. Alice Hoang
Hi Startup Tribe!
I wanted to give a shoutout to startup consultant Maritza E. Duran.
We are four months into our startup Brooklyn Mint Dental. We didn’t use a consultant at first. I must be honest though, I am VERY overwhelmed by the business and insurance side (we are completely OON currently).
I finally broke down and decided to work with a consultant even though we are tight on money. I looked at a few options, but decided to go with Maritza E. Duran because she came highly recommended and she’s been so generous answering DMs with no skin in the game. I love a fellow abundance model of success person and supporting a POC woman-owned small business.
We just finished the first stage of our process (a discovery call and 2 meetings), and she lives up to the hype! Her proprietary Breakeven Analysis has already given me so much clarity on where I am and where I need to go.
I feel like I finally have a realistic direction when before I just had goals and a vision.
I plan on continuing working with her to get to these goals. I only regret that I didn’t know about her from the very beginning of the startup process as that’s what she specializes in. If you’re earlier in the startup game, please consider using her! Feel free to reach out if you’d like to know more about my experience with her.
Dr Priya Tiwari
MDent Consulting is amazing. You can't find this customer service anywhere. She is still my go-to for any insurance question and I can always expect to hear an answer back. I would highly recommend them to anyone, especially a start-up.
Dr. Kiwon Lee
I initially started working with Maritza on insurance contracts and negotiations, but I have received so much more than that from her. She is a true practice coach and has been a vital consultant for my practice’s success.
Dr. Avy Ariyev
My name is Dr. Avy Ariyev. I decided to open my dental practice after 4 years of working at multiple associateships. I was tired of working under other people’s mission and was ready to create an office based off my own vision.
I connected with Maritza very early on after acquiring my practice as I knew I had no clue where to start with insurances, and neither did the staff that I acquired.
I found MDent through word of mouth on a dental facebook thread. I chose to work with MDent because it was a local small team that really showed their value of attention to detail and providing the best service to each client.
I have no regrets as Maritza and her team have helped tremendously with insurance credentialing in a timely and organized manner. One year later and her advice is still invaluable.
I would recommend MDent because the team is very attentive and does not have a “one size fits all” approach. Everything is tailored to each client’s specific needs and there is no oversell, which as a dentist, is greatly appreciated.
Do your research and find who speaks to you most. Many consulting firms will try to reach out and explain why they are the best, but it is most important to find someone that values the vision you have for your own office and helps that growth.
Dr. Sheetal Suryanwashi
Maritza has a lot of knowledge regarding insurance and the administration of dental offices. She helped me get great fee schedules when I started my practice. She also helps and guides your team to lead you to a path of success. I am so happy to have partnered with MDent Consulting for my start-up.
Dr.s Esther and Bennet Lee
We have really appreciated the work MDent has done for our startup dental practice. They truly care about their clients and were always willing to educate us on the world of insurance. Maritza and her team are very knowledgeable and make themselves available to their clients whenever we have questions. We are so thankful to have had the pleasure of working together and hope to continue the relationship in the future.
Ron Ko, DDS
I am too busy trying to do what is best for our patients, so I contacted MDent to re-negotiate our insurance fee schedules. I was referred to Maritza by a friend and fellow dentist. My experience has been transparent and pleasant. I was not given fairytale expectations (other companies tried to lure me in this way) Maritza really went to work for my practice and advocated for the best fee schedules. I am happy with the results. The return on investment is a no-brainer. You should not even question it.
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