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Smile Source and ACT Dental Announce Historic Merger

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A Powerful Alliance for the Future of Private Practice Dentistry

Smile Source, the nation’s leading private practice dental network, has officially merged with ACT Dental, a premier provider of coaching and education for dentists. This landmark partnership brings together two mission-driven organizations committed to preserving, protecting, and elevating independent dentistry.

By uniting their strengths, Smile Source and ACT Dental are building a more powerful platform for private practice success — one that offers expanded resources, deeper peer collaboration, and industry-leading education to help dental teams thrive in today’s changing landscape.

Together, we’re creating a future where dentists have the tools, coaching, and support they need to grow, without compromising their autonomy. This is just the beginning.

Who is ACT Dental?

ACT Dental is a leading dental practice coaching and education company dedicated to helping dentists build more profitable, efficient, and fulfilling practices. Through personalized coaching, leadership training, and peer collaboration, ACT Dental empowers private practice owners to overcome challenges and achieve long-term success. Learn more at www.actdental.com

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ABOUT THE CEO

Dr. Barrett Straub

Dr. Barrett Straub is the CEO of Smile Source and a former private practice owner with nearly 20 years of experience in fee-for-service dentistry and oral sedation. A graduate of Marquette Dental School, his advanced training includes Spear, LVI, DOCS, and Seattle Study Club. Barrett joined the ACT Dental leadership team in 2017 and, after selling his practice, he became full-time CEO in April 2023. Now the CEO of Smile Source, he is excited to use his passion to help independent dentists realize a better practice and better life. Barrett lives in Wisconsin with his wife, Katie, and their two daughters.



"As a private practice owner for nearly 20 years, it's a privilege to be named the next CEO of Smile Source. I'm passionate about private practice and allowing it to thrive for decades to come. I'm excited to work with this talented team of dentists and leaders to help Smile Source expand its reach and further protect, innovate, and elevate private practice."
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Dr. Barrett Straub

CEO, Smile Source

What This Means for Smile Source Members


One Unified Mission
This partnership amplifies our shared commitment to keeping private practice strong, independent, and thriving — for today and for the future.

Together, Smile Source and ACT Dental are creating a future where private practice dentists don’t just survive — they lead, grow, and build lasting legacies.

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