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DSO vs. Private Practice: A Financial Comparison Every Dentist Should Have Before Deciding
The decision between joining a dental support organization and remaining in private practice is one of the most significant a dentist will face — and it is rarely as straightforward as the numbers on either side initially suggest. DSOs offer stability, reduced administrative burden, and in some cases attractive upfront payouts. Private practice offers autonomy,…
Read MoreThe Real Cost of DIY Bookkeeping for Dentists — And When It Stops Making Sense
When you opened your dental practice, handling your own books probably felt like a reasonable way to keep costs down. You were keeping an eye on cash, tracking expenses in a spreadsheet, and getting through tax season with some help from an accountant. For a brand-new practice with simple finances, that approach can work. As…
Read MoreHow to Know If Your Dental Practice Is Actually Profitable — Not Just Busy
A full schedule does not always mean a profitable practice. Many dental practice owners are working harder than ever — seeing more patients, logging more hours, and producing more revenue than at any point in their careers — while their take-home pay stays flat or quietly shrinks. The disconnect between busyness and profitability is one…
Read MoreHow Benchmark Data Changes the Way You Run Your Dental Practice
Running a dental practice without benchmark data is like driving without a speedometer, you may feel like you are moving in the right direction, but you have no way of knowing whether your pace is right, too slow, or headed for trouble. Benchmark data gives practice owners an objective reference point: here is what a…
Read MoreWhat a Fractional CFO Does for a Dental Practice and When You’re Ready for One
There is a version of your dental practice where financial decisions get made proactively: where you know your numbers before problems surface, where growth is planned rather than reactive, and where you have a trusted financial strategist in your corner every month. That version of your practice is not just for large group practices or…
Read MoreRetirement Planning for Dentists: The Accounts Most Practice Owners Aren’t Maxing Out
Dentistry is one of the highest-earning professions in the country, yet retirement planning remains one of the most under-optimized tax strategies for dentists. Most dental practice owners are contributing to some form of retirement account, but very few are taking full advantage of the vehicles available to them. The result is a larger tax bill…
Read MoreHow Demographic Data Helps Dentists Choose the Right Location
This blog was written by Market My Market Choosing where to open or expand a dental practice is one of the biggest financial decisions a dentist will make. A good location can give a new practice room to grow for years. A poor one can limit patient volume and put pressure on cash flow long…
Read MoreCash Flow vs. Profit: What Dental Practice Owners Need to Know
Many dental practice owners are experiencing the same frustrating situation in 2026: Production is strong. The schedule is full. Revenue looks healthy on paper. Yet cash still feels tight. This disconnect often comes down to one important issue: Cash flow and profit are not the same thing. A practice can appear profitable while still struggling financially…
Read MoreWhat is RCM (Revenue Cycle Management)?
Introduction Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) is the financial aspect of patient care in a dental practice. The cycle starts when a patient makes an appointment and ends when the payment is received and processed. The main goal of RCM is to ensure your dental practice gets paid on time for the services you provide. Key…
Read MoreValuation of Dental Practices: Key Considerations and Common Pitfalls
Introduction Valuing a dental practice can be complex and nuanced, requiring a thorough understanding of various factors that influence its worth. While there are common rules of thumb used in the industry, they often fall short of capturing the true value of a practice. In this article, we’ll explore why these general rules can be…
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