CFO Dental Partners
Empowering Dentists to Turn Financial Blind Spots into Strategic Vision

Daniel Richards, CFO Dental Partners | Healthcare Business Review | Top Dental Fractional CFO ServiceDaniel Richards, CEO, Jade Millington, CFO

A dentist’s day is full of back-to-back appointments, precise procedures, and meaningful patient interactions—often leaving little time for anything else. By the end of the day, it’s natural for practice finances to take a back seat, not from lack of care but simply because time and energy are limited.

Receipts can pile up, and expenses may go uncategorized for a while. Payroll gets processed, but there isn’t always a moment to review any relationship between wages and revenue. Equipment upgrades happen when needed, with tax considerations often addressed later. Financial reports can feel either too general or too detailed to be easily actionable. Insurance reimbursements sometimes arrive slowly or require follow-up but chasing them down isn’t always feasible after a full day of patient care.

The result? Great clinicians left guessing as business leaders, without the clarity or support to run a thriving, profitable practice.

That’s exactly where CFO Dental Partners comes in.

As a fractional CFO firm that works exclusively with dentists, CFO Dental Partners helps them take control of the business side of their practice. The firm enables dentists to build world-class practices by blending clinical expertise with clear financial strategy. With expert guidance and clear results, it helps transform skilled practitioners into confident, growth-minded CEOs—building businesses as strong as the care they deliver. The result is more than profitability; it’s a practice that runs with intention, clarity, and lasting impact.

By translating complex financials into clear, actionable insights, CFO Dental Partners equips dentists with the tools and team they need to make confident business decisions—faster and with more predictability. That speed and clarity compress the typical growth timeline. A practice that might grow 20 percent in a year could accelerate to that same growth in just six months with the right guidance.

“With our strategic guidance, dentists don’t just run a better business—they reclaim their time, amplify their profits, and finally live the life they envisioned when they chose this profession. They can focus on delivering exceptional care, and we’ll ensure their business performs just as exceptionally,” says Daniel Richards, CEO.

Integrated Financial Services Built for Today’s Dentist

The firm’s approach doesn’t just improve operations—it increases cash flow, drives smarter expansion, and unlocks measurable, sustained growth. CFO Dental Partners offers full-service financial support, handling all bookkeeping, payroll, and financial records to provide clients with accurate, real-time data. It helps practice owners interpret that data, turning numbers into actionable insights that drive better decision-making.

By taking over non-revenue-generating tasks, the firm frees up practice owners to focus on higher-value responsibilities—whether that’s direct patient care or strategic growth. Offloading these internal duties also helps protect sensitive financial information from being accessed by in-house staff, which can sometimes lead to uncomfortable dynamics.

  • With our strategic guidance, dentists don’t just run a better business—they reclaim their time, amplify their profits, and finally live the life they envisioned when they chose this profession. They can focus on delivering exceptional care, and we’ll ensure their business performs just as exceptionally


Clients of CFO Dental Partners benefit from unlimited access to support via email, chat, and phone—connecting directly with the firm’s team. All lead team members are based in the U.S., ensuring clients speak with someone in their time zone who understands their needs and communicates clearly.

Each client also receives a monthly CFO meeting with a dedicated advisor. During this session, the team delivers detailed financial reports, highlights problem areas or opportunities, and helps the practice owner navigate the numbers like a true CEO. The firm equips dentists with the insights and guidance needed for strategic decision-making—so they can focus on patient care while maintaining work–life balance. This approach naturally appeals to practice owners seeking both profitability and sustainable growth.

Numbers That Tell a Story of Success

A standout example of the firm’s capabilities can be seen in its work with a thriving West Coast dental practice. On the surface, the practice was successful, but behind the scenes, the leadership struggled with delayed financial reporting that left them unable to make timely, strategic decisions. Their accounting team consistently delivered numbers a full cycle too late—making them difficult to interpret and nearly impossible to act on. What the owner needed wasn’t just data—it was insight, in real time.

Once CFO Dental Partners stepped in, it brought the financial reporting up to date and began reviewing financials with the owner on a monthly basis. This shift gave them the clarity and support they needed to make informed decisions.

Over the course of two years, collections increased by 20 percent. By helping them understand and manage their cash flow strategically, the firm drove a 199 percent increase in net income and transformed how they ran the business.

Keeping Independent Dentistry Alive and Thriving

Building on years of proven results and deep client trust, CFO Dental Partners is doubling down on its commitment to supporting independent dentistry. With a surge of private equity entering the field, many independent dentists are feeling pressured to sell or join Dental Service Organizations (DSOs)—corporate dentistry groups. While DSOs can be a viable path for some, the firm wants dentists to know they still have options.

With the right support and infrastructure, independent practices can operate with the same level of sophistication as a DSO—without giving up ownership. CFO Dental Partners provides the tools, analytics, and strategic guidance that enable dentists to run their practices like a business, maintain control, and make smart, data-driven decisions. The firm aims to prove that independent dentistry is still possible—and it is here to make that sustainable.

For Dentists Who Want to Lead Like CEOs

At its core, CFO Dental Partners exists to shift the balance of power back into the hands of independent dentists. By combining financial expertise with a deep understanding of the dental industry, the firm transforms overwhelmed practice owners into confident CEOs who can scale smartly, operate profitably, and lead with clarity.

In a landscape increasingly shaped by corporate consolidation, CFO Dental Partners offers the ability to grow without giving up control. For dentists who want to practice on their own terms—with the confidence that their business is just as healthy as the patients they treat—this isn’t just financial support; it’s financial leadership.