Heartland Dental operates as a dental practice management organization with headquarters in Effingham, Illinois. It provides support through continuing education; and management services, such as staffing, human relations, purchasing, administration, financial, marketing and information technology support. Heartland Dental is focused on positively impacting dentistry with the goal of offering dentists the freedom to focus on their craft. This culture is sustained with continuing education and ongoing leadership development at all levels of the organization. Hammond is a city in Lake County, Indiana, located along Lake Michigan and part of the Chicago metropolitan area. It is the only city in Indiana to border Chicago. Hammond is home to Towle Theater and the Horseshoe Casino, as well as a 330-acre championship golf course and an idyllic nature preserve.