Practical guides for owners of independent dental practices: billing and insurance, staffing, marketing, technology and margins, and what to know when you buy or grow.
Eric ChenMost vendor contracts don't auto-transfer when you buy a practice. Here's how to identify which need consent and where to renegotiate better terms.
Eric ChenStaff raises after buying a practice aren't automatic—timing, cash flow, and retention strategy determine when to adjust compensation without risk.
Eric ChenClinical competency matters for ownership, but it's not the barrier most associates think. Here's how to evaluate whether you're ready to buy.
Eric ChenFirst-year practice owners face competing cash demands. Here's how to set a marketing budget that protects patient retention without straining debt service.
Eric ChenWhen the seller contacts patients or undermines your authority after closing, your response determines whether you protect the investment or lose control.
Eric ChenThe 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.
Eric ChenPatient complaints about the seller's work put new owners in a difficult position. Here's how to respond professionally while protecting yourself legally.
Eric ChenWhen a longtime hygienist controls operations, patient relationships, and institutional knowledge, you're buying key person risk. Here's how to evaluate it.
Eric ChenPhone numbers, websites, and social media accounts aren't always included in a dental practice sale. Here's what buyers need to secure before closing.
Eric ChenMeeting employees before closing reveals team stability, culture, and retention risk. Here's what to ask, observe, and assess in the staff you're inheriting.
Eric ChenDropping PPO contracts after buying a practice requires timing, patient communication, and financial planning. Here's how to transition without losing revenue.
Eric ChenCompare startup vs acquisition costs, timelines, and risk profiles. A decision framework for dentists choosing between building new or buying existing.