At P1, we believe growth isn’t one-size-fits-all. Each practice brings its own unique strengths — and together, we weave those threads into a tapestry that is stronger, more vibrant, and more enduring than any single strand.
By honoring individuality and uniting around shared values, we build an organization that thrives — delivering lasting value for doctors, teams, and patients.
Thinking about it...
Launch
Launched with 26 practices, in partnership with Prairie Capital, Centerfield Capital, and Huntington Bank
ACG Deal of the Year, Indiana Chapter
Expansion to Illinois
1st Annual P1 Dental Symposium
Ticket to Paradise Theme
Added 40th location
2nd Annual Symposium
Decades Theme
New Credit Facility To Fuel Growth
In partnership with Synovus
Expansion to Michigan
Added 50th location
3rd Annual Symposium
Casino Night Theme
Expansion to Missouri
New Credit Facility to Consolidate Debt and Fuel Growth
In partnership with Twin Brook
P1 Academy Launches
4th Annual Symposium
Superheroes Theme
Expansion to Ohio, Added 60th location
From finance to facilities, HR to innovation, we provide the tools and expertise practices need to thrive—so providers can focus on what matters most: patient care.
One of the key advantages of being part of the P1 Partnership is gaining access to — and visibility within — the broader dental market. We take pride in the meaningful impact our Providers have across the industry. These Provider Spotlights celebrate the outstanding contributions of our network and highlight the ways we continue to push the profession forward.
Whether you’re a practice owner planning the next chapter, a dental professional seeking a team that puts patients first, or a vendor partner looking to collaborate, there’s a place for you at P1 Dental Partners.
As a second-generation dentist, Dr. Leland Wilhoite continues a family legacy built on compassion, excellence, and community service. When considering the future of his practice, Dr. Wilhoite sought more than business continuity — he wanted a partnership that would honor what his family created while positioning the practice for innovation, growth, and long-term sustainability.
Joining P1 Dental Partners provided Dr. Wilhoite with a collaborative platform that supports both his clinical aspirations and technological vision. Through P1, he has gained access to advanced digital tools, strengthened vendor relationships, and integrated systems that enhance efficiency and elevate patient outcomes. Freed from day-to-day administrative demands, he can now dedicate more time to exploring emerging technologies that improve workflows and enrich the patient experience.
Beyond his practice, Dr. Wilhoite plays a key leadership role within P1. As a member of the Clinical Advisory Board and an instrumental voice on the AI Committee, he helps guide how artificial intelligence is evaluated and integrated across the organization. His leadership ensures that innovation is pursued responsibly, ethically, and always in service of better patient care.
With a forward-looking mindset, Dr. Wilhoite bridges the gap between data science and dentistry — fostering collaboration among clinicians, technologists, and vendor partners to identify solutions that advance diagnostic precision, streamline care, and empower smarter decision-making across the P1 network.
Dr. Leland Wilhoite, DDS
Muncie, IN
At P1 Dental Partners, innovation is driven by doctors who embrace technology and lead by example. Dr. Anthony Ponzio (Chicago, IL) and Dr. Scott Barrix (Columbus, IN) exemplify that spirit. Both are passionate about advancing dentistry through digital innovation — particularly in how same-day restorative technology can transform the patient experience.
Dr. Ponzio and Dr. Barrix are recognized experts in CEREC same-day dentistry, a technology that enables dentists to design, mill, and place custom ceramic restorations — including crowns, inlays, onlays, and veneers — in a single visit. By eliminating messy impressions, temporary crowns, and multiple appointments, CEREC allows patients to receive precise, durable, and aesthetic restorations in less than an hour.
Beyond their own practices, both doctors are deeply committed to education. They regularly teach and attend CEREC courses across the country, sharing their expertise and helping other clinicians gain confidence in digital dentistry. Their efforts strengthen not only the skill base within their own offices, but across the broader P1 network.
This commitment to continuous learning has elevated care across P1 Dental Partners. As more providers adopt digital workflows, patients benefit from faster turnaround times, more precise outcomes, and a more comfortable overall experience. The culture of collaboration fostered by Dr. Ponzio and Dr. Barrix has helped position P1 as a leader in advanced, patient-centered care — where innovation and education go hand in hand.
Dr. Anthony Ponzio
Dr. Scott Barrix
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