Ascend Starter: The Complete Practice Management Platform for Your First Year
$199/month for your full first year. Full Ascend Pro, plus consulting and benchmarking — our bet on you.
Built For
See How Practices Are Growing
Dentists launching their first practice
Solo or small group — a complete platform from day one.
Practices that want an expert partner
Not just software. Guidance and support as you launch.
New practices building a patient base
Grow without overspending on tools you don't need yet.
Starting a practice is the biggest bet you'll ever make. Ascend Starter is our bet on you — one partner, one platform, and one price for your first year, so you can focus on building your practice, not your software stack.
Starting a practice is the biggest bet you'll ever make. Ascend Starter is our bet on you — one partner, one platform, and one price for your first year, so you can focus on building your practice, not your software stack.
The Complete Ascend Pro Platform, Plus Expert Support
No stripped-down version. No feature limits.
Full Ascend Pro platform
All included clinical and revenue cycle tools.
Built-in online scheduling
Let patients book 24/7 from day one.
Pre-configured for new practices
Settings (coming soon) and forms ready for your launch.
A consultant in your corner
Focused consulting sessions for your biggest launch decisions.
Monthly benchmarking
See how you compare against 8,000+ Ascend practices.
Help attracting patients
Connect with the free DentalPlans.com Provider Marketing Program.
From Setup to Growth
Step 1
IT Built for Dental
TechCentral, our dental-specific IT and network team, handles your network so you don't have to. Workstations, networking, and support from a team that knows dental. Ongoing maintenance and patching catch issues before they become downtime. One team for hardware, setup, and support — no separate vendor to find.
Step 2
Startup Guidance Included
Your consultant helps tackle your biggest launch decisions in focused consulting sessions: personalized onboarding and training for your practice, direct access to expert support when you need it, and connections to growth resources like DentalPlans.com's Provider Marketing Program.
Step 3
Add Only What You Need
Optional add-ons help you attract and retain patients as you grow: integrated phones with hardware included, and an AI-optimized website with integrated online scheduling and patient pay. Start with the platform. Add on when you're ready.
Step 4
Our Scale Is Your Superpower
We've learned what works from thousands of Ascend practices. Now it's your playbook: monthly benchmarks against practices at your stage, recommendations to boost new patient bookings and retention, and a proven playbook instead of trial and error.
Simple Pricing, Built to Scale
$199/mo
Your entire first year: full Ascend Pro, consulting, and benchmarking
$0
Setup fees. No hidden charges. No surprises.
8,000+
Ascend practices you're benchmarked against
What Practices Are Saying
Frequently Asked Questions
What's included for $199/month?
The full Ascend Pro platform, with all clinical tools and revenue cycle management included — plus pre-configured settings (coming soon) and forms for new practices, a dedicated startup consultant, and monthly benchmarking against thousands of Ascend practices.
What optional add-ons are available?
As you grow, you can add integrated phones with hardware included, or an AI-optimized website with integrated online scheduling and patient payments. Start with the platform and add on when you're ready.
Does Ascend Starter help with IT and network setup?
Yes. TechCentral, our dental-specific IT and network support team, is included, along with three months of Omnicore — our all-in-one network-in-a-box service — at no additional cost.
How much consulting support do I get?
Ascend Starter includes two dedicated coaching sessions to help you build a strong foundation for your launch. If you'd benefit from continued support during your first year, we'll discuss additional consulting options with you.
Is this a stripped-down version of Ascend?
No. You get the full Ascend Pro platform with all features. What's discounted is the price, because we're investing in your success. Optional add-ons like phones and a website help you accelerate growth.
What happens after year one?
Your first year is locked in at $199/month, giving you time to build your practice with confidence so you can clearly see the results. As you grow, we'll grow with you, helping you transition to the right plan for the next stage of your practice.
Can I try it first?
Absolutely. We offer a limited trial, or go live at $199/month with full support and training. Risk is minimized when you have a startup consultant guiding you.
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