Eric ChenHow Many Patients Will Leave After I Buy the Practice?
Industry data shows 5-10% patient attrition after acquisition. Here's what drives patient loss and how to protect your investment.
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Eric ChenDo I Need Malpractice Tail Coverage When Buying a Dental Practice?
Tail coverage protects sellers, not buyers—but understanding the difference between claims-made and occurrence policies determines your own coverage needs.
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Eric ChenWhat Happens If You Can't Make Your Dental Practice Loan Payments
Missing loan payments triggers consequences fast. Here's what happens at each stage and what you can do before default becomes permanent.
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Eric ChenBuying a Dental Practice That Does Procedures You Don't Perform
When a practice's revenue depends on procedures you can't do, the acquisition becomes a different calculation. Here's how to evaluate the risk.
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Eric ChenWhen Should You Hire Your First Associate After Buying a Practice?
Most new owners hire too early or too late. Here's how to read the signals that your practice is ready—and what happens when you move before the numbers align.
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Eric ChenBuying a Dental Practice with Bad Online Reviews
Bad reviews don't always mean a bad deal. Learn how to evaluate a practice with negative online feedback and turn reputation problems into opportunity.
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Eric ChenHow to Develop Cohesive Theme and Messaging for Your Dental Practice
Build a dental practice brand that attracts your ideal patients. Learn how to define positioning, create consistent messaging, and apply your theme.
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Eric ChenWhat Information Should Be on a Dental Practice Website
A practice's website reveals operational health, patient expectations, and growth potential. Here's what buyers should look for and what works.
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Eric ChenWhen Your Spouse Isn't On Board With Buying a Dental Practice
Your spouse's hesitation isn't a dealbreaker—it's a signal. Here's how to address concerns, align on risk, and move forward together.
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Eric ChenShould You Buy a Second Dental Practice or Grow Your First Location?
Most buyers assume a second location means more profit. The reality is more complex—and the answer depends on whether your first practice is ready to scale.
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Eric ChenThe First 90 Days After Closing on a Dental Practice
What actually happens in the first 90 days after you close on a dental practice—from credentialing delays to staff retention and cash flow gaps.
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Eric ChenWhen the Seller Won't Leave: Managing Interference After Closing
The seller keeps interfering after closing. Here's how to set boundaries, protect your authority, and structure the transition so you stay in control.
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