Acquiring a dental practice—The pros and cons of an associateship

One of the most challenging—and important—decisions for dentists establishing or expanding their practice is to decide whether to take on an associate, such as a dental hygienist. Put simply, an associate is someone who provides dental services to a dental practice as an independent contractor for a fee. The fee is typically about 40 per […]

10 questions to ask before purchasing a dental practice

For medical professionals such as dentists, acquiring an existing practice often makes more financial sense than launching one from scratch. Why? Put simply, an existing practice delivers instant cash flow which can be used to pay debt associated with the purchase, while still leaving ample funds in your pocket. Those who choose to launch a […]