Revolutionizing Dentistry: How Dental Co-Ops Are Changing Patient Care and Practice Profitability | Tamara Stillwell | #302

In this episode of The Dental Brief, host Patrick Chavoustie sits down with Tamara Stillwell, VP of Operations at United Dental Co-Op, to explore an innovative solution to a growing challenge in dentistry: providing affordable care while maintaining profitability without relying on traditional insurance models. Tamara explains how co-ops are helping patients receive transparent, affordable care, while giving dental practices predictable revenue, reduced administrative burdens, and full autonomy over how they operate.

About the guest: Tamara Stillwell is the Vice President of Operations at United Dental Co-Op and a seasoned dental professional with over 30 years of experience in the industry. Starting her career as a registered dental assistant and office manager, Tamara brings a deep, firsthand understanding of the challenges dental practices face—especially when it comes to navigating insurance, overhead, and patient care. Learn more here: www.uniteddentalcoop.com