Do Not Wait to Buy a Practice

Do Not Wait to Buy a Practice By Rod Johnston, MBA, CMA Do you ever sit back and wait for something to happen thinking that if you wait, that something could turn out perfect? But, then you end up waiting a little too long and you end up missing your perfect opportunity? Whether that certain thing is a cake that you think you need to wait a few more minutes to bake and then you end up...Read More

Be an Educated Dental Practice Buyer

By Rod Johnston, MBA, CMA Founder & Principal Consultant I meet over 150 dentists each year who are looking to buy an existing dental practice. Of those, I would estimate that 30% haven’t done any research on what is involved in buying a practice. Of that 30%, none of them know the beginning-to-end process of buying a dental practice. While I can’t cover all the steps in...Read More

The Future of Dentistry: Why Young Dentists Should Consider Practice Ownership

By: Jen Bennett As the landscape of dentistry continues to evolve, a growing number of young dentists find themselves at a crossroads: to remain employees in established practices or take the bold step towards ownership. While the security of a salaried position can be appealing, there are compelling reasons for young dentists to consider purchasing a practice. This article explores the...Read More

Giving Back: Supporting Communities Near and Far

At Omni Practice Group, making a positive impact is at the heart of our mission. By partnering with incredible organizations across various causes, we strive to uplift communities, protect animals, and inspire positive change. Through financial contributions and hands-on involvement, we’re committed to fostering a brighter future. Here’s how we give back: Eastside Basket Brigade Each...Read More

AI Revolution in Dentistry: How Artificial Intelligence is Transforming Dental Care in 2025

By: Kevin Brady The dental industry is experiencing a seismic shift in 2025, thanks to integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into everyday dental practice. From improving patient care to revolutionizing diagnostic processes, AI redefines what is possible in modern dentistry. This article explores the pivotal role AI plays in enhancing accuracy, efficiency, and outcomes for both dentists and...Read More

Maximizing Dental Assistant Productivity: What Is Your Second Assistant Doing?

By: Megan Urban Dental assistants play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and productive operation of your dental practice. Are your dental assistants highly trained or certified, meaning they can confidently work on patients without you? Each dental assistant is valuable even when not with you at the chair and a patient. Dental assistants provide a variety of essential tasks that maintain...Read More

Patient Retention and Its Importance in Dentistry

By Megan Urban In today’s competitive dental landscape, retaining the patients you’ve already brought into your practice is more critical than ever. Strong patient retention not only boosts profitability and fosters loyalty but also enhances the value of your practice when you’re ready to retire or bring on an associate. A good benchmark is to maintain a patient retention rate of around 80%....Read More

Pitfalls to Avoid in Buying a Building

By Steve Kikikis, Vice President, Commercial Real Estate Broker Money Pit or Cash Cow? On occasion when a doctor purchases a practice there is also an option to purchase the real estate.  Historically, real estate has been a good investment over time, but owning a commercial building has its own nuances. There are a lot of similarities between owning a commercial building and a residential...Read More

Where to Own a Dental Practice?

The question we often get from potential practice buyers is “Where is a good spot to own a dental practice?”  There are a lot of factors that contribute to answering that question. But first, let’s discuss the reasons why you want to own a dental practice. If you are in it because you love dentistry and love helping patients and you are not necessarily in it to make the big bucks, you can...Read More

Communication is the Key to a Successful Dental Practice Transition 

As dental practice brokers, we are often asked “What is the most important factor in facilitating a successful dental practice transition?”  The simple answer is Communication.  While it is imperative for the buying doctor to build a strong team of advisors, complete due diligence on the practice, secure financing, and navigate the closing process, all else could be lost if there is no...Read More