Dr. Shach

“My partnership with Aspen Dental has created financial and personal freedoms beyond anything that I thought was possible, all while staying true to my core values of treating people with honest care, empathy and compassion.”

Dr. Shach
Owner, Aspen Dental, 12 offices throughout Iowa, and
1 in Illinois

About Dr. Shach:

Graduated from Western Ontario Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry in 2003
Began career as a dentist in small town 2 hours north of Toronto
Moved closer to Toronto to practice and be mentored by an experienced dentist
In 2009 he relocated to Iowa to join Aspen Dental and be closer to family
Became an Aspen Dental practice owner in 2011

His Iowa Favs:

Loves being part of a smaller community, raising his family, and being the go-to dentist in town
School districts in Iowa are some of the best in the country
Earning more in an area with lower cost of living is a life-changing combination.

Dr. Koentjoro

“Working with Aspen Dental has helped me to become a better clinician and a better mentor for everyone I work with and take care of.”

Dr. Aldo Koentjoro
Owner, Aspen Dental, Omaha and Lincoln, NE and
Council Bluffs, IA

About Dr. Koentjoro:

Graduated from Creighton University School of Dentistry in 2011
Joined Aspen Dental as an associate right after school
Became the owner of the Aspen Dental practice in Omaha, NE in 2016

His Nebraska Favs:

Loves the Midwest attitude – very kind, humble people
Feels like a big city much of the time with lots of entertainment options
Largest number of restaurants per capita

Dr. Rangitsch

“A majority of Aspen Dental patients have not been to a dentist in 5-10 years and to be able to change a patient’s life is pretty rewarding.”

Dr. Dan Rangitsch
Owner, Aspen Dental, Marion, IL & Poplar Bluff and
Cape Girardeau, MO

About Dr. Rangitsch:

Spent two years in Las Vegas on a Mormon mission
Got married and earned his private pilot license
Through his church, he was a board patient for fellow parishioners and got more interested in dentistry
Graduated from the University of Louisville School of Dentistry in 2010 at the age of 34
Began dental career at a public health clinic for three years
Joined Aspen Dental in Illinois in 2013
Became an Aspen Dental practice owner in 2015

His Southern Illinois & Missouri Favs:

Low cost of living and great school systems for his teenage sons
Very friendly people – feels like a celebrity everywhere he goes in the community
Enjoys kayaking and all the other outdoors activities offered

Dr. Wojtyna

“As a dentist with Aspen Dental, I love the clinical autonomy and the business support I receive from ADMI and all the benefits of having a huge network of experts to rely on to ensure my offices are flourishing.”

Dr. Alex Wojtyna
Owner, Aspen Dental, Glen Carbon and Alton, IL

Dr. Alex Wojtyna:

Graduated from Marquette University School of Dentistry in 2004
Spent 11 years as a general dentist, mentor and Clinical Director with Heartland Dental
Joined Aspen Dental in 2016 for a better work-life balance and ownership career path
Became an Aspen Dental practice owner in 2017 and was the first Aspen Dental office to be certified in Invisalign

His Southern Illinois & Missouri Favs:

Close to the big city of St. Louis but can still live a quiet, suburban life
Lots of sports team and big concerts nearby in St. Louis
Great place to raise his 5-year-old son and 3-year-old daughter

Cost of Living

The cost of living among these states is consistently lower than the national average, meaning your income can cover all of your bills while still leaving you with disposable income to enjoy life outside of work.

Real Estate

Iowa—Iowa home values have gone up 3.3% over the past year with the median home value being $138,500. The median list price per square foot in Iowa is $130. The median price of homes currently listed in Iowa is $175,000 while the average price to rent in Iowa is $1,075.

Missouri—The median home cost in Missouri is $150,500, about $115 per square foot. The average cost to rent is $998.00 per month.

Nebraska—The median home cost in Nebraska is $157,800, about $137 per square foot. The average cost of rent per month is $1,300.

Southern IL—The median home cost in Marion is $89,500, or about $114 per square foot, with the average cost to rent each month coming in around $850.

School Systems

Iowa—Iowans reputation for being modest and hardworking are reflected in the quality and high achievement of the state’s public school districts. Iowa was ranked fifth in the country in education. The Iowa public school system (prekindergarten through grade 12) operates within districts governed by locally elected school boards and superintendents. There is roughly one teacher for every 14 students, compared to the national average ratio of 1:16. On average Iowa spends about $10,313 per pupil, ranking it 14th highest in the nation. The state's graduation rate comes in around 89.7 percent.

Missouri—The Missouri public school system (prekindergarten through grade 12) operates within districts governed by locally elected school boards and superintendents. Missouri reported below-average per pupil spending and above-average graduation rates, ACT scores and SAT scores in the 2012-2013 school year.

Nebraska—Similar to Iowa, the Nebraska public school system (prekindergarten through grade 12) operates within districts governed by locally elected school boards and superintendents. In 2013 Nebraska had 303,505 students enrolled in a total of 1,090 schools in 286 school districts. There were 22,103 teachers in the public schools, or roughly one teacher for every 14 students, compared to the national average ratio of 1:16. During the 2012-2013 school year, Nebraska had one of the highest graduation rates in the country at 88.5 percent. Only Iowa's graduation rate was higher.

Southern IL—Illinois’ graduation rate was 88 percent in 2016. Carbondale public schools are one of the top ranking in Illinois. There are also multiple private schools available for students to attend. This area is known for their award-winning music departments.

Opportunities for Ownership

Across the Midwest, there are multiple practice owners and experienced dentists who have been recognized as great mentors, clinicians and leaders, and are open to partnership opportunities with the right person. There are also multiple offices that are Large Group Practices (LGPs) meaning they aren’t currently owned by a practice owner, creating a clear path for ownership opportunities for the right dentists. With more than 700 offices across 38 states, there are plenty of ownership opportunities for dentists in the Midwest as well as across the Aspen network. Some specific ownership and/or partnership opportunities can be found in the following locations:

Iowa—Ottumwa, Sioux City, West Burlington

Missouri—Branson, Cape Girardeau, Joplin, Farmington

Nebraska—Grand Island, Omaha

Southern Illinois—Glen Carbon, Alton, Marion, Quincy

Mentorship & Student Loan Reimbursement Opportunities

Aspen Dental practice owners throughout the Midwest are known for their commitment to investing in and developing dentists to become better clinicians and leaders. These owners don’t only invest in the dentists that support their offices, but they also are passionate about creating inviting and fun work cultures for all team members and ensuring high patient satisfaction while providing quality dental care to local communities.

Along with mentorship, many practice owners are currently offering a student loan reimbursement package.

$100K over 3 years to a dentist who works in the Sioux City or Ottumwa, IA offices
$100K over 3 years to a dentist who works in the Farmington, MO office
$50K over 2 years to a dentist who works in the St. Joseph, MO office
$100K over 3 years to a dentist who works in the Norfolk or Grand Island, NE offices
$100K over 3 years to a dentist who works in the Quincy, IL office