Dental Practice Growth Since 1986
Build a More Profitable Practice.
Lead a Stronger Team.
Create Greater Financial Freedom.
The Paragon Program™ helps growth-minded dentists improve profitability, strengthen leadership and team communication, reduce practice stress, and build a more valuable business through proven systems, experienced coaching, peer learning, and long-term accountability.
✓ A practical conversation about your goals, challenges, and opportunities. No pressure.
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Paragon helped us move from simply working harder to leading a more profitable, organized, and enjoyable practice.
Measurable growth. Stronger systems. Less stress.
40 Years
Dental consulting experience
1,000+
Practices served
400+
Current practices
Long-Term
Client relationships
Growth, Profitability, and Financial Independence
It’s What We Do.
The Paragon Program helps growth-minded dentists improve profitability, strengthen leadership and team communication, reduce practice stress, and build a more valuable business through proven systems, experienced coaching, peer learning, and long-term accountability.
Proven Management for Long-Term Success
Build a Better Business Around the Practice You Want.
Since 1986, The Paragon Program has helped dental practice owners build stronger, more profitable businesses through practical guidance, ongoing coaching, and proven management systems. Our long-term client relationships reflect an approach designed to evolve alongside each practice and deliver meaningful results year after year.
- Financial management and profitability
- Billing, collections, insurance, and revenue-cycle systems
- Team training, leadership, and professional development
- Risk management, regulatory compliance, and operational best practices
A Program Built for Growth-Minded Dentists
Is The Paragon Program Right for Your Practice?
Paragon is designed for dental practice owners who are ready to turn good intentions into consistent execution.
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Sustainable Growth
You want meaningful, sustainable growth without adding unnecessary complexity or stress.
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Greater Profitability
You are committed to increasing net profitability and creating greater financial freedom.
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Stronger Systems
You want clearer systems, stronger communication, and a more capable, aligned team.
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Coaching and Accountability
You value expert coaching, accountability, implementation, and an outside perspective.
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Continual Improvement
You are committed to ongoing learning, thoughtful planning, and consistent improvement.
Comprehensive Services to Strengthen Your Practice
Practical Support for Every Stage of Practice Growth
Personalized consulting, coaching, education, and accountability work together to help you make meaningful changes and sustain them.
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How The Paragon Program Works
Discover how personalized consulting, ongoing coaching, events, and accountability work together to help you implement meaningful changes and keep your practice moving forward.
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What We Help You Improve
Strengthen profitability, collections, leadership, team systems, communication, case acceptance, growth, and financial planning.
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Events
Learn alongside other dental professionals through events and workshops focused on leadership, management, technology, marketing, and patient engagement.
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Resource Center
Explore expert articles, practical resources, and business insights to help you make informed decisions and manage your dental practice more effectively.
The Paragon Promise
A Proven Path to a Stronger Practice
Personalized Coaching
One-on-one guidance from experienced dental consultants.
Proven Process
A practical, step-by-step program focused on measurable progress.
Accountability
Stay focused, implement consistently, and keep moving forward.
Lasting Results
Stronger practices, happier teams, and greater financial freedom.
What Our Clients Are Saying
Real Practices. Real Progress.
Dentists across the country have trusted The Paragon Program to help them turn challenges into opportunities and goals into measurable progress.
▶ Client Testimonial Video
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Paragon gave us a clear path forward. Our systems are stronger, our team communicates better, and I feel more confident leading the business.
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Experience You Can Count On
Guidance from People Who Understand Dental Practices
Behind every Paragon client is a team of experienced consultants who understand the challenges of running and growing a successful dental practice. With decades of experience, our team provides the insight, guidance, and support practices need to move forward with confidence.
A Message from Our Founder
A Long-Term Commitment to Your Success
For nearly 40 years, my mission has remained the same: help dentists build practices that create lasting financial independence while providing exceptional patient care.
Every practice has opportunities to improve leadership, communication, systems, and profitability. The key is having practical strategies supported by accountability and consistent execution. Our team partners with practices over the long term because lasting success comes from continual improvement, thoughtful planning, and disciplined implementation.
We look forward to helping your practice achieve its next level of growth.
Ken Runkle
Founder, The Paragon Program
National Reach. Personalized Support.
Proudly Serving Dentists Across the United States
Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, The Paragon Program works with dental practice owners across the country, providing experienced consulting and ongoing support wherever their practices are located.
Your Next Level Starts Here
Ready to Build a Stronger, More Profitable Practice?
For nearly 40 years, The Paragon Program has helped dentists strengthen their businesses, develop better teams, and create greater financial independence. Schedule a complimentary consultation and discover what’s possible for your practice.