Accelerate Dental aims to keep dentists as entrepreneurs rather than employees. The rise of DSOs has changed the dental practice landscape significantly. Ownership is crucial for optimal patient care and practice management. Mike Baird's background in healthcare and technology informs his approach to dental partnerships. Dentists often feel isolated in their profession, lacking support systems. Accelerate Dental provides a model that allows dentists to retain control of their practices. The importance of community and collaboration in the dental field is emphasized. Dentists need access to business expertise to run successful practices. The model of Accelerate Dental is designed to attract entrepreneurial-minded dentists. Maintaining the heart of dentistry is essential for patient care and practice culture.