Baltimore, MD-Based Dental Home exemplifies the organization’s commitment to providing a vibrant culture and a safe and supportive work environment
Atlanta, GA, July 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Benevisa leading dental healthcare and orthodontic provider organization committed to providing quality care to underserved communities, announced today that the company’s Porter Dental & Braces dental home has earned a Great Practice Award for Dental Assistants to Work by the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB). The Baltimore, MD location was recognized for fostering a supportive and rewarding environment for the Dental Assistants who work there.
Dental Assistants are essential to dental offices and the patients they serve. Research shows that dental offices and clinics that value these employees by offering competitive wages, benefits, work/life balance and a positive team culture reap many benefits, including reduced turnover, increased productivity and higher patient retention. The DANB Great Practice for Dental Assistants to Work Award honors dental offices and clinics where Dental Assistants love to work—like Porter Dental & Braces.
“The team at Porter Dental & Braces is thrilled to be recognized as an outstanding practice for dental work by the Dental Assisting National Board,” said Breanna Wallace, Dental Assistant at Porter Dental & Braces. “It is a very special dental home with an emphasis on fostering camaraderie and a positive team dynamic by celebrating team achievements, participating in volunteer opportunities such as Shared Smile Day (day of free dental care for uninsured or underinsured patients), engaging in team-building activities, promoting open communication and collaboration, aligning team members with shared goals and vision, and maintaining supportive leadership. These efforts create a cohesive, motivated and positive work environment where every member of our team feels connected and valued.”
With this distinction, Porter Dental & Braces is recognized for its collaborative team culture, commitment to professional development, competitive compensation, mission-driven focus, dedication to serving underserved communities and patients covered by Medicaid and the emphasis on work-life balance. Dental assistants at Benevis and Porter Dental have the opportunity to grow professionally while making a significant impact on the lives of their patients by giving them a sense of purpose and fulfillment knowing that their work directly contributes to improving the oral health and overall well-being of those in need. .
“At Benevis, our Dental Assistants are so important to our ability to transform the smiles of the thousands of patients we see at locations like Porter Dental & Braces of Baltimore,” said Bryan Carey, CEO of Benevis. “We are so proud of the tireless work these team members put in every day. Recognizing their efforts and appreciating their dedication to their patients, we strive to create a positive and supportive work environment where they will always feel valued. It is an honor to receive the Dental Assisting National Board’s Great Practice for Dental Assistants to Work Award, which is a testament to our collective efforts to make all our dental homes safe and supportive places to come to work.”
As an organization, Benevis is committed to supporting Dental Assistants through continuing education and opportunities for growth and advancement. In 2023 the company implemented a new Dental Assistant Onboarding and Training program designed to put the next generation of its team members on the best path to success. Through standardized, professional training and development, the Onboarding and Training program serves as a comprehensive introduction to Benevis operations with a focus on training Dental Assistants during their first 60 days on the job. Benevis has also created additional job classifications that recognize and compensate for the increased skills and abilities that Dental Assistants achieve during their tenure with the company.
For dental assistants and dental professionals interested in joining the Benevis team at one of the company’s more than 100 local locations in 13 states and the District of Columbia, visit For more information.
About Benevis
Benevis is a leading dental healthcare provider organization for practices focused on providing life-changing oral care and orthodontics to underserved communities. Through integrated care and functional services that expand access to dentistry, Benevis has a 20-year history of providing the highest quality care to approximately 5 million children and adults. Its network reaches more than 100 local brand-name dental offices across the US that provide treatment through 1.4 million visits each year. Benevis also supports programs and legislation that ensure all families have access to the oral care they need and deserve. For more information, visit Benevis.com.
CONTACT: Alison Matthiessen SVM PR for Benevis 401-490-9700 benevis@svmpr.com
