Professional Transition Strategies
Professional Transition Strategies
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Professional Transition Strategies

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"We literally do thousands of buyer conversations on a yearly basis," Professional Transition Strategies Founder and CEO Kyle Francis said in a recent . "At any one time, we have something between 100 and 120 practices on the market, which means there's a lot of folks interested in those...  Read More
Why Cybersecurity Matters at Your Dental Practice
Cybersecurity has been in the news now more than ever, and not for good reasons. With a heightened alert for cybercrimes taking place around the world and across every industry, there are a number of steps dental practices need to take to prevent threats. Here’s what you need to know and steps to...  Read More
Is a Membership Plan Right for Your Dental Practice?
What it is Although not technically a dental insurance plan, dental savings plans provide patients affordable access to dental care with discounts on most dental services after an annual membership fee for access to a network of participating dentists and specialists. A membership plan is an...  Read More
Top 5 PTS Blog Posts of 2021
Another year in the books. It’s as if everything has changed and yet nothing has changed at all. Luckily, there’s no shortage of news and topics to keep up with in the world of dental practice transitions. We take a look back at the top five blog posts from 2021 as we gear up for another eventful...  Read More
Has the Pandemic Really Strengthened DSOs in the U.S. Dental Market?
In a recent article for . When dental practices were forced to shut their doors back in March 2020, solo practitioners were scrambling to figure out their next move in an already-changing industry. “Never again will we have the same opportunity with this much private equity flooding the...  Read More
How the Phase-Out of Delta Dental Premier Continues to Affect Your Dental Practice
In 2019, Delta Dental  a phase-out of its Premier segment. Two years later, and the rule change is still affecting dental practices nationwide. Dentists across the country are still wondering if they are a Premier-only practice if they are still able to operate that way in the event of a...  Read More
3 Reasons to Outsource PPO Work
Increasing revenue and job satisfaction for front office managers at your dental practice can be as easy as outsourcing the management of PPO plans. After all, time is money, especially when front office managers are consumed by scheduling and production responsibilities. As a bonus, this...  Read More
How to Expand Your Dental Practice Demographics
There’s no better time than now to . Studies show those over 18 don’t see the value in dental care and those over 65 simply lack dental insurance. At a time when dental practice revenues may still be dropping, here are some creative ways to drive new business. Offer pricing transparency...  Read More
How to Manage the Dental Hiring Market
Dental assistants and hygienists Dental assistant and hygienist positions took a hit during the pandemic, and now offices are scrambling to fill those roles again as businesses operate under the new normal. The problem is that there aren’t enough qualified dental professionals to fill those...  Read More
How to Hire for Your Dental Practice
Job boards Beyond posting your open positions on job boards, search other listings as if you were a worthy candidate. What are other dental practices hiring for? What makes their listings stand out above others? What are they offering that your practice isn’t? Consider gearing your online listings...  Read More
How to Get Ahead of the Dental Hiring Crisis
Business matters At the heart of the matter, a dental practice is a business and should be run like one. This includes investing and reinvesting in its employees and the practice itself. This starts at the onboarding process so new hires aren’t left feeling like they have to go it alone, which...  Read More
How to Mix Business and Family at Your Dental Practice
Ask the right questions Rather than wonder how going into business with your spouse would affect your marriage and, in turn, the business, there are a few other nitty-gritty questions you’ll want to ask yourself first. How do the two of you plan to lead? Identify your strengths and weaknesses,...  Read More
PTS Makes Inc. 5000 List for Second Year in a Row
For the second year in a row, Professional Transition Strategies appears on the , with a three-year revenue growth of 938%, coming in at number 522 of “America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies.” It represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the American economy’s most...  Read More
How Capital Gains Tax Increases Can Affect Business Owners Looking To Retire
As if this past year hasn’t been enough of a rollercoaster, capital gains tax have the potential to almost double from 20% to 39.6% for profits made on the sale of stock or property for people who make more than $1 million in income. With 2022 seemingly around the corner, it leaves a narrow window...  Read More
3 Ways to Remain Professional In Your Own Dental Practice
Open communication Now more than ever, it’s important to keep the lines of  open between employer and employees or patients. Harken back to the time when dental practices were shut down due to COVID-19 and dental practices had to keep patients and staff informed on timelines and plans to reopen....  Read More
What Is Anxiolytic Sedation?
The alternative A shot is a shot, no matter how much you think it might not hurt compared to the bigger picture of the treatment. Even the most highly successful dentists can’t take the pain away from the fear factor associated with a needle, especially with young children. In addition to patient...  Read More
Top Marketing Tactics Your Dental Practice Can Borrow from Other Industries
Personalized marketing Real estate agents, in particular, have mastered the art of personalized marketing. Compared to standard marketing outreach, personalized marketing attempts generate a higher response using variable data, which allows you to customize multiple design points on a marketing...  Read More
Why You Should Target Small Businesses for New Patients
The facts Providing dental insurance shows employees that management cares about their well-being and overall health. Employers know that when employees prioritize their health, they are present and more productive at work, increasing productivity. A dental benefit can also help retain current...  Read More
How to Promote Efficiency and Cleanliness In Your Dental Practice
Safe sterilization practices When in doubt, the dental industry has leaned on the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for guidance on safe sterilization practices. For COVID-19 mitigation, this includes receiving, cleaning, and decontamination of debris and contaminants, as well as...  Read More
How to Rethink Your Dental Practice’s Reception Area
A clean appearance Yes, cleanliness is a top priority for both staff and patients, but your reception desk and waiting room should also perceive cleanliness. The trick is to not make the setting seem sterile but rather to include some personality to help put patients at ease. Think solid-surface or...  Read More
How to Redesign Your Dental Practice Space
Functional and psychological needs In response to the needs of dentists and patients, dental practices were outfitted with increased air quality and infection control, in addition to heightened personal protective equipment and storage, in order for everyone to feel safe. This includes cleanliness...  Read More
How Selling Your Dental Practice Can Be a Fulfilling Experience
Define your purpose Whether you’re a first-time business owner or experienced entrepreneur, a well-laid plan includes finding happiness through all the debt and obligations. Take the time to identify why you started the business and where you ended up. Then, how do you plan to spend your time...  Read More
3 Steps to Owning a Small Group Dental Practice
Gone are the days of one-owner dental practices. These days, owning a small group practice requires an increase in managerial responsibilities that private practices don’t often face. Here’s how the economies of scale and benefits of “grouping up” can be worth it from financial and logistical...  Read More
How Rent and Salary Can Affect Your Dental Practice Valuation
Answering the question of how much your dental practice is worth isn’t as cut and dry as assessing the market price of your house since a dental practice’s value is linked to how attractive it is as an investment for potential buyers. Every dentist has unique goals, so making the right move will...  Read More
Why Dentists Should Pay Attention to the HIPAA Privacy Rule Changes
Consideration of provider burden “Some of the proposed changes could inconvenience patients, take time away from patient care, disrupt schedules, or overburden dental offices,” ADA President Daniel J. Klemmedson, D.D.S., M.D., and Executive Director Kathleen T. O’Loughlin, D.M.D., said in their...  Read More
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