
Gain Clarity in Five Minutes: See How Your Practice Measures Up
The State of Independent Dentistry 2026 Benchmark is your instant, expert-led snapshot of performance across leadership, team, patient experience, operations, and growth.

Running a dental practice in 2026 is harder than ever—recruitment is tough, costs keep climbing, and patient expectations never stop evolving. Most owners are making critical decisions without meaningful comparisons. This fast, free benchmark from Horton Consulting gives you clarity where it counts. In under five minutes, you’ll see how your practice scores across Leadership Confidence, Team Performance, Patient Journey & Value Communication, and Operations, Financial Performance & Growth Readiness. Discover strengths, hidden inefficiencies, and what’s quietly costing you time, profit, and growth. Horton Consulting brings over 15 years of independent dentistry expertise, proven commercial systems, and a track record of helping practices boost team performance, patient experience, and profitability. More than 500 practices have already benefited from our benchmarking and advisory services. Take the Benchmark to unlock instant insights and priority recommendations—no strings attached.
Your Benchmark Scores: Where Will You Stand?

Leadership Confidence
Uncover how your leadership approach and confidence compare to peers—find strengths and opportunities to energize your team and drive change.

Team Performance
Measure your team’s collaboration, consistency, and accountability to reveal where performance and morale can be elevated.

Patient Journey & Value Communication
See how well you guide patients, communicate treatment value, and create an experience that drives satisfaction and acceptance.

Operations, Financial Performance & Growth Readiness
Benchmark your operations, financial clarity, and readiness for growth—spot inefficiencies and discover where your next big gains could come from.
