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Dental practice exit planning

Dental service organizations and associate buyers are active acquirers. Hygiene production, associate depth and payer mix shape value.

Dental Practices exit planning: blueprint-style illustration for dental practice exit planning

Value Levers

Moves that raise Dental Practices exit value.

Build a strong hygiene program

Hygiene drives recall visits and restorative treatment. Track hygiene production, recall and reappointment.

Add associate dentists

Collections that depend on the owner dentist are a key risk for DSO and associate buyers.

Understand your PPO and fee-for-service mix

Insurance participation and fee schedules shape margin and buyer interest.

Grow specialty services in-house

Implants, endodontics, orthodontics or sleep services can raise revenue per patient.

Manage overhead and supplies

Lab, supply and staffing costs measured against collections.

Know your deal terms

DSO deals often include equity rollover, an employment period and non-competes. Plan your role before you negotiate.

Owner's Guide

What Dental Practices owners need to watch before an exit

  • Owner producing most of the dentistry
  • Weak recall and unscheduled treatment
  • Lease terms or real estate tied to the owner
  • Equipment and technology that need replacement

Each of these can lower what a buyer will pay or add terms you don't want. The Blueprint measures where you stand and prioritizes the fixes most likely to increase your EBITDA multiple.

Illustrative example

$2M EBITDA x 4$8M
$2M EBITDA x 5$10M+1 turn
$2M EBITDA x 6$12M+2 turns

Hypothetical numbers to show the math. Not a client result or a promise.

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FAQ

Dental Practices exit planning questions

What do DSOs look for when buying a dental practice?

Strong hygiene and recall, associate dentists, healthy collections relative to overhead, a sound payer mix and a clear plan for the owner's role after closing.

How can I increase my dental practice value?

Grow hygiene, add associates, review PPO participation, bring specialty services in-house and control overhead.

Where should Dental Practices owners start?

Start with the Blueprint. It measures your planning and value gaps, then recommends the steps to close them, including how and when to exit.

Start With the Blueprint

Know your gaps. Get your plan.

A confidential 30-minute call with our exit planning team to see where your business stands and what the Blueprint would show you.

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