HOUSTON, Sept. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Specialty1 Partners (S1P), one of the nation’s leading specialty dental partnership organizations, is proud to announce its newest joint venture partnership with Greater Waterbury Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons, further strengthening the organization’s growing national network to 226 locations across 29 states.

Based in Waterbury, Connecticut, Greater Waterbury Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons has established a strong reputation for delivering exceptional surgical care to patients throughout the region. Led by Dr. John J. Hillgen IV with investment from Partner Dr. Michael Caruso of Westchester Implant & OS.

The practice provides a full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery, including dental implant surgery, bone grafting, wisdom tooth removal, treatment of facial injuries and pathology, and other advanced surgical procedures.

“Our practice has always been committed to providing exceptional surgical care while building strong relationships with our patients, referring doctors and the community,” said Dr. John J. Hillgen IV. “Our partnership with Specialty1 Partners gives us additional resources and operational expertise to build upon that foundation while allowing us to remain focused on providing the highest level of patient care.”

Greater Waterbury Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons is located at 1389 West Main Street, Suite 320, Waterbury, Connecticut 06708.

“Dr. Hillgen has built an outstanding practice with a strong reputation for clinical excellence and patient care,” said Dr. Matthew Haddad, Co-Chief Executive Officer of Specialty1 Partners. “We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Hillgen and Greater Waterbury Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons to the Specialty1 family. This partnership reflects exactly what we look for in our growth—exceptional doctors and practices that share our commitment to clinical excellence while maintaining the independence and culture that have made them successful.”

About Specialty1 Partners

Specialty1 Partners is the leading specialty partnership organization for dental specialty practices, offering comprehensive services in billing, HR, IT, business analytics, procurement, credentialing, marketing, training, compliance, and more.

Founded by doctors, the company combines clinical insight with deep operational expertise to help practices thrive while preserving clinical autonomy.

Headquartered in Houston, TX, Specialty1 Partners supports 226 practice locations across 29 states and more than 350 specialists nationwide. The organization has been recognized on the Inc. 5000 list for six consecutive years, ranking among the fastest-growing private companies in America.

Better Care. Better Business. Better Oral Health.

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