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Stop Managing.
Start Leading.
Your dental practice grows when your team does. Train your office leaders, streamline operations, and scale—without doing it all yourself.
Expert-led training, certifications and consulting for dental office managers and practice owners ready to build a business, not just a job.
We're revolutionizing dental education beyond dentists.
Dentists pour millions into clinical CE, but here’s the truth—your biggest growth lever isn’t more dentistry, it’s better leadership. Most practices hit a ceiling because the owner is trying to do it all, instead of leveraging their team.
Dental Director Academy (DDA) is built to change that. We’re pioneering a new category in dental education—one that turns office managers into Directors of Operations. Invest in your team, step out of the daily grind, and watch your practice scale. It’s time to shift the focus beyond the dentist’s chair—because strong leadership builds thriving practices.
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Three Options. One Goal.
More Growth, Less Grind.
Get the training, consulting, and community you need to level up your team, streamline operations, and scale your practice—without leaving your office.
Affordable Ongoing Support
$349/Yr
The ultimate resource hub for dental professionals, this membership provides the tools, insights and connections for innovation and success without breaking the bank.
One Investment, Lifetime Impact
$1,995
A masterclass in practice management: this online course empowers office managers to lead effectively, culminating in a PACE-approved Dental Director Certification.
High-Touch Personalized Growth
$1,995/Mo
A 12-month virtual consulting program offering dedicated one-on-one support and personalized growth strategies for practice owners and managers to achieve long-term success.
Testimonials
When Stephanie told me that by instituting the management principles taught at DDA in my practice, she would double my revenue, I didn’t believe her. I was wrong. She tripled my revenue.
Derek Nordstrom, Practice Owner
Why DDA?
PACE-Approved, No Fluff Education
We meet all 13 standards of the Academy of General Dentistry’s PACE program. You get the top-tier training your practice deserves—no shortcuts.
Built by Real Experts
Founded by Stephanie Richardson—former RDA and 20-year veteran in dental ops. This isn’t theory. It’s hands-on, practical experience.
Tailored To Your Needs, Always
Membership, consulting, courses—we give you exactly what your practice needs to scale. And we’re here with ongoing support every step of the way.
Satisfaction Guaranteed
We guarantee complete satisfaction for all our programs. Not happy? We fix it. No fine print. No hassle. You get results, or we’ll make it right. Simple.
Take the First Step in Transforming Your Practice
Gain access to a powerful suite of tools to stay at the forefront of the industry.
Become the Dental Director of Operations you were meant to be in just one hour a week.
Work with us to build your own personalized program for long-term success.
Not sure which program is right for you? Contact Us
The Dental Director Academy App
Whether you’re checking in with the DDA community, diving into course lessons, or browsing our resource library, our app puts everything you need right at your fingertips.
Always Connected
Ask questions, share insights, and connect directly with other DDA members, students, and clients through group threads and private messaging.
All-In-One Access
From downloadable templates and step-by-step process guides to exclusive community discussions and upcoming events—access it all in one place, anytime.
Flexible Learning, On Your Schedule
Take your learning with you. Whether you're on a lunch break or commuting, the DDA app makes it easy to keep learning, growing, and staying inspired—wherever you are.
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