Professional Transition Strategies
Professional Transition Strategies
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Professional Transition Strategies

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In the ever-evolving dental industry landscape, Dental Service Organizations (DSOs) have emerged as pivotal players in the market. These organizations provide crucial support services to dental practices, allowing dentists to concentrate on patient care while the business aspects are efficiently...  Read More
Chances are, if your dental practice isn’t .  DSOs DSOs are set up to offer benefits, health care and a 401K right out of the gate, as well as a higher hourly pay rate. Starting at a DSO, a hygienist can have a better-defined career path with job opportunities outlined upfront. DSOs can invest...  Read More
Interest rates are at an all-time high with no signs of slowing down. Dental entrepreneurs are feeling the pressure to maximize cash on hand while continuing to invest in  your business during these trying times. Analyze your fees Smaller fees attached to vendors may be draining your income a...  Read More
You’ve decided it’s time to  podcast to dissect a recent case study of a dental practice transition. Here’s a recap of the sale in progress to help you figure out how to move forward in your own dental practice transition.  Current situation The owner of this practice wanted to be great at...  Read More
It’s easy for those without dental insurance to avoid getting treatment, which ultimately leads to more dental and overall health problems down the road. It’s in the best interest of the provider and patient to offer different financing options for those who need the assistance. What’s more, it...  Read More
An ethical  to act as a fiduciary in the matter is the only way to keep both the buyer and seller in check throughout the process. There are a number of areas to help guide the dental practice transition process to ensure ethics are at the forefront of the transaction. Here are some steps to keep...  Read More
The clinical work associated with dentistry is enough to stay busy, but the  (DSO) to ease the load. Here are the other top challenges dentists face when owning a dental practice and how a DSO can help alleviate the burden. Student debt It’s no secret dentistry is the number-one job in America...  Read More
No matter how diligent or friendly your  is, there’s always a chance they’ll be on the receiving end of some form of conflict. It can be easy to take it personally, even though oftentimes it has nothing to do with the people involved. The best thing you and your dental practice can do is work...  Read More
You receive a letter in the mail, an email in your inbox from a  podcast that can be one of the biggest mistakes. Here’s a recap of his conversation with host Regan Robertson.  Shop around Even if a transition wasn’t previously on your radar, receiving a , you still know what options are...  Read More
If there’s one thing dental school may not have prepared you for, it’s how to handle no-shows and cancellations at your dental practice.  even shows this often happens at student clinics or newly opened practices, slowing growth by as much as 50% in the first three years. Not only does the...  Read More
As with any new business venture, the best way to add a new service to your dental practice is to start with goals and a plan. If you want to  to your dental practice, especially in light of a transition. Transition If an ownership  before handing over the proverbial keys. It takes six months to...  Read More
Having a user-friendly  or well-established in your dental practice. Encourage participation Simply put, the larger social media presence you have, the better  (SEO) your dental practice will have. This can be as easy as encouraging current patients to like or follow your business on the...  Read More
Before choosing which  will make for a smooth transition. Here are 20 questions to ask a dental broker when transitioning ownership of your business.          How does  affect a dental practice valuation?               What do earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization...  Read More
It’s no secret more dental practices are choosing to affiliate with .  The breakdown For dentists less than 10 years out of dental school, the rate of affiliation is as high as 23%, compared to 11% who are 11 to 25 years out of school and 7% who are more than 25 years removed. This means...  Read More
The dental industry is going through a  (DSO). In the current state of play, Nevada is leading the charge at 23% and Alaska is taking up the rear at 2%. Here’s what you can take away from this information and expect from the future of consolidation in the dental industry. Leverage equity...  Read More
The connection between money flowing in and out of your dental practice and your bottom line isn’t necessarily an obvious one. In order to stay out of the red, a dental entrepreneur must stay on top of the business’s cash flow. This can be as easy as employing a cash management system in...  Read More
With .  The plan Studies have shown that increasing fees by 1% in 90-day increments allows time to evaluate patient reactions. The goal is to increase fees by 5% to offset inflation and increase  reimbursements, it takes some time for product prices, fees and employee pay to level out during...  Read More
There’s no one way or perfect time to  (DSO), the right plan depends on your short- and long-term goals. The best you can do is gather all your information to see which opportunities present themselves. Here is a list of questions to help you understand what your next business move might look...  Read More
How States Have Devised Plans To Overcome the Dental Assistant Staffing Shortage
The , but in particular, dental practices are still struggling to find qualified dental assistants in a competitive market. Now, states are finding ways to fill those roles in a variety of ways. Here are a few of the highlights. Nationwide In a  (ADA). To help dentists find candidates to fill...  Read More
Now more than ever, dental entrepreneurs are learning that  to sell your dental practice to a DSO. Equity arbitrage Even if you’ve heard the term before, you may not know that  is a financial concept that was rarely utilized by dentists before private equity started investing in the space. In...  Read More
If one good thing came out of the . Enter remote dental assistants. Here’s how hiring from outside your geographic area can open a new world of talent at your dental practice.  The why Like the rest of the health care industry, dentists are still playing catchup after being forced to  skilled...  Read More
Even just a few short years ago, pre- for Dental Review News. Here are the key takeaways from his observations and how you can learn from the opportunities at hand.  DSO consolidation The main driver in the desire to sell earlier is the rapid , the only option that existed in past generations.  ...  Read More
It used to be that  of dentistry in favor of other employment opportunities.  Relocation Whether you are relocating your dental practice across the street or across the country, . Retirement Sure, you don’t need to be ready to  available from which to choose, and DSOs have the financial...  Read More
The latest  picks to help your dental practice run more smoothly and efficiently, from the front desk and back office to overall clinical workflows.  Procurement Procurement software, such as  and independent offices. Practice management  provide insightful dashboards that allow you to view...  Read More
Regardless of whether or not you’re looking to  your dental practice, it’s always in your best interest to know where your business stands financially. What may surprise you is the small changes that can be made to take your dental practice from in the red to profitable. Here are our top...  Read More
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