15 August 2025

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Chord Strengthens Presence in Indianapolis Market

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Chord Specialty Dental Partners (“Chord”), a premier dental support organization, today announced its partnership with Dr. J Pediatric Dentistry, a leading pediatric dental group serving families in three practices across greater Indianapolis. This strategic acquisition reinforces Chord’s commitment to expanding access to high-quality pediatric dental care while maintaining the personalized service families expect.

Founded by Dr. Juan F. Yepes, Dr. J Pediatric Dentistry has built a reputation for excellence in pediatric dentistry, creating positive dental experiences for children throughout its communities. The practice’s patient-centered approach and commitment to clinical excellence align perfectly with Chord’s core mission of supporting exceptional dental care.

“Partnering with Chord was an easy choice,” said Dr. Juan F. Yepes, founder of Dr. J Pediatric Dentistry. “They share our commitment to putting patients first and our vision of making dental care both accessible and comfortable for children. With Chord’s support, we can continue to grow without losing sight of what matters most—our young patients and their families. It’s incredibly rewarding to align with a team that truly understands and supports our mission. Most importantly, our patients and their families will directly benefit from this collaboration through improved care and an even better overall experience.”

The acquisition represents Chord’s continued expansion in the pediatric dental market, demonstrating the organization’s strong position for growth.

“Dr. J Pediatric Dentistry exemplifies everything we look for in a partner practice,” said Todd Cruse, CEO of Chord. “Their dedication to clinical excellence and patient care mirrors our own values. Dr. J and his team have created something special, and we’re excited to support their continued success.”

Alex Clayton, SVP of Strategy & Development at Chord, emphasized the company’s growth trajectory: “This partnership reflects our strategic focus on expanding our pediatric network within our existing markets. We’re actively seeking opportunities to work with exceptional practices that share our commitment to quality care and community impact.”

The partnership will provide Dr. J Pediatric Dentistry with enhanced operational support while preserving the practice’s clinical autonomy and patient-focused culture.

About Chord Specialty Dental Partners

Chord Specialty Dental Partners is a multi-specialty dental support organization, aligning each note of care in support of our patients’ oral health journey. With a commitment to excellence in pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, oral surgery, and ambulatory surgery centers, our services intertwine to create outstanding patient experiences. Supporting more than 60 partner practices across six states, Chord is committed to providing the highest level of business and operational support, allowing its skilled providers and clinicians to focus on patient-centered care.

Source: https://www.chordsdp.com/