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Who we are

Who We Are

AN ORGANIZATION COMMITTED TO EXCELLENCE

Young is dedicated to strengthening the dental community by empowering clinicians to practice at the top of their license; improving the health and well-being of our customers, partners and team; and inspiring action across the oral healthcare industry.

Our Purpose

CREATING SMILES, CREATING POSSIBILITIES™

By producing bold and innovative ideas, leading change and setting global standards, we aim to build authentic relationships, improve the lives of our customers, partners and patients, and maintain a happy and healthy workforce. 

Our Mission and Values

A LIFETIME OF ORAL HEALTH™

Young’s mission is to create A Lifetime of Oral Health™ for dental professionals and their patients by delivering innovative, high-quality products and solutions. Guided by our core values of accountability, bold action, focused execution, collaboration, continuous improvement, and integrity, Young is dedicated to making real and lasting impact in the world of oral health.

Our Vision

CONNECTING GOOD ORAL HEALTH TO GOOD OVERALL HEALTH

At Young, we envision a future in which every patient achieves health, gains confidence, and is proud to show off their smile. We are committed to developing and supplying innovative solutions that connect good oral health to good overall health.

Our Strategy

Young’s strategy is centered on creating value through high-quality, efficient manufacturing and distribution of branded dental supplies. We expand our robust portfolio through organic growth and acquisitions, operating across multiple channels that ensure we meet customers where they are. Our rigorous focus on collaboration, innovation and execution ensures we drive results and advance our purpose of Creating Smiles, Creating Possibilities™

Organically gain market share
Strategic mergers and acquisitions
Innovative new product development
Operational excellence
Expand our global footprint

Our Corporate and Social Responsibility

A MINDSET OF CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

Young is committed to operating with integrity, supporting our employees, and helping our customers meet their goals. We support the dental community with safe and reliable products that enable them to deliver the highest quality of care to patients. Our approach to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives is rooted in a mindset of continuous improvement that ensures we take care of our employees and the communities in which we operate. 

Our History

125 YEARS YOUNG

With over 125 years of dental innovation, our rich history in oral care began with manufacturing dental products in the early 1900s. Since then, Young has built a broad and deep foundation in key segments of dentistry to become an innovative thought-leader, top supplier for industry professionals and a trusted partner around the world.

Our Locations

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  • Missoula, Montana, United States
  • Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States
  • Santa Maria, California, United States
  • Hillard, Ohio, United States
  • Scottsdale, Arizona, United States
  • Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
  • Kingwood, Texas, United States
  • Brantford, Ontario, Canada
  • Grafton, Wisconsin, United States
  • Dungarvan, Ireland
  • Algonquin, Illinois, United States
  • Heidelberg, Germany
  • Earth City, Missouri, United States
  • Shenzhen, China

What Clinicians Are Saying

“Young Innovations has shown me that their products are superior to others and that they take the time to understand what dental hygienists need for good practice.”

Becky Bunge, RDH

What The Community Is Saying

“Young has done a great job providing current, interesting topics with supporting research. The support Young continues to provide the dental community is outstanding! I am grateful.”

Meghan Becraft, CDA, PHDH, BSDH, MS Ed

What DSOs Are Saying

“We have an amazing partnership with Young. We switched to their varnish and saw a 75% improvement in utilization and acceptance. Hygienists loved it, which made them more apt to recommend it.”

Misty Mattingly, Vice President of Hygiene Operations at Sage Dental

What Educators Are Saying

“Partnering with Young has been a game-changer. My experience has been nothing short of outstanding. I am proud to collaborate with a company that shares my passion for advancing oral health.”

Shelley Brown, MED, BSDH, RDH

What Dealers Are Saying

“Young has a wide variety of market-leading brands and products for our customers to purchase from Safco. We're confident in knowing our customers will be satisfied using their high-quality products.”

Brad Joerger, Senior Director of Vendor Relations, Safco Dental Supply

What Philanthropists Are Saying

“TeamSmile is grateful for the continued support of Young Innovations on our mission of providing free critical dental care to underserved children in America through the power of sports.”

Keith Clements, Board Chair-Elect for TeamSmile

What Entrepreneurs Are Saying

“It’s great to have a partner with a breadth of knowledge and a deep team you can lean on. Bringing a product to market can be a daunting task, and for me, Young has been an ideal partner.”

David Keeton, DDS, Champion Kids Dentistry
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