Dental Practice Buying & Selling Blog

Expert guides and market insights for dental practice buyers, sellers, and brokers.

Dental Practice Seller Undermining You After Closing: What to Do
Eric ChenEric Chen
·· 12 min read

Dental Practice Seller Undermining You After Closing: What to Do

When the seller contacts patients or undermines your authority after closing, your response determines whether you protect the investment or lose control.

Buying GuidePractice ManagementDue Diligence
Why a Second Dental Practice Is Harder Than the First
Eric ChenEric Chen
·· 11 min read

Why a Second Dental Practice Is Harder Than the First

The leap from one practice to two isn't just growth—it's a different business model. Here's what buyers need to know before acquiring a second location.

Buying GuidePractice ManagementFinancing
Found a Better Dental Practice After Signing the LOI: Your Options
Eric ChenEric Chen
·· 15 min read

Found a Better Dental Practice After Signing the LOI: Your Options

You signed an LOI, then found a better practice. Here's what your exclusivity clause means, when you can walk away, and how to evaluate both deals objectively.

Buying GuideDue DiligenceFinancing
When Patients Complain About the Previous Dentist After You Buy
Eric ChenEric Chen
·· 12 min read

When Patients Complain About the Previous Dentist After You Buy

Patient complaints about the seller's work put new owners in a difficult position. Here's how to respond professionally while protecting yourself legally.

Buying GuidePractice ManagementDue Diligence
Buying a Dental Practice Where One Hygienist Runs Everything
Eric ChenEric Chen
·· 14 min read

Buying a Dental Practice Where One Hygienist Runs Everything

When a longtime hygienist controls operations, patient relationships, and institutional knowledge, you're buying key person risk. Here's how to evaluate it.

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Dental Practice Loan Denied by Multiple Banks: What to Do Next
Eric ChenEric Chen
·· 11 min read

Dental Practice Loan Denied by Multiple Banks: What to Do Next

Multiple loan rejections don't end your path to ownership. Here's how to diagnose why banks said no, fix the underlying issues, and find financing that works.

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Should You Form an LLC Before Making an Offer on a Dental Practice?
Eric ChenEric Chen
·· 10 min read

Should You Form an LLC Before Making an Offer on a Dental Practice?

Most buyers can wait until after the LOI is signed to form their LLC. Here's when entity formation timing matters—and when it doesn't.

Buying GuideFinancing
Should You Buy the Practice Where You Work or Look Elsewhere?
Eric ChenEric Chen
·· 10 min read

Should You Buy the Practice Where You Work or Look Elsewhere?

Buying your current practice feels convenient, but familiarity can cloud judgment. Here's how to evaluate whether to buy where you work or expand your search.

Buying GuideDue DiligenceValuation
Buying a Dental Practice in an Oversaturated Market: What to Look For
Eric ChenEric Chen
·· 11 min read

Buying a Dental Practice in an Oversaturated Market: What to Look For

High dentist density doesn't mean a practice can't succeed. Learn how to evaluate opportunities in competitive markets and spot viable deals.

Buying GuideLocation AnalysisMarket Trends
Dental Practice Digital Assets: What Transfers When You Buy
Eric ChenEric Chen
·· 11 min read

Dental Practice Digital Assets: What Transfers When You Buy

Phone numbers, websites, and social media accounts aren't always included in a dental practice sale. Here's what buyers need to secure before closing.

Buying GuideDue DiligencePractice Management
Fee-for-Service vs PPO Dental Practice: Which Is Worth More?
Eric ChenEric Chen
·· 10 min read

Fee-for-Service vs PPO Dental Practice: Which Is Worth More?

Fee-for-service practices command higher valuations than PPO-heavy practices. Here's how insurance mix affects EBITDA, debt service, and purchase price.

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How to Evaluate Dental Practice Staff Before Closing
Eric ChenEric Chen
·· 11 min read

How to Evaluate Dental Practice Staff Before Closing

Meeting employees before closing reveals team stability, culture, and retention risk. Here's what to ask, observe, and assess in the staff you're inheriting.

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