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Selling a Practice

When Should I Sell My Dental Practice? A Doctor's Guide to Timing Your Transition

Wondering "when should I sell my practice"? The best time to sell your dental practice is during its plateau phase—when performance is strong, not after a decline. Learn how to spot the right moment, maximize your practice’s value, and why selling doesn’t have to mean retiring. Don’t wait too long—discover the smart way to plan your transition and secure your financial future.
Bill Kimball, DDS
Bill Kimball, DDS
Co-Founder, Practice Management Consultant
November 7, 2025
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Selling a Practice

How to Sell My Dental Practice: Complete 2025 Guide for Maximum Value

Thinking about selling your dental practice? This comprehensive 2025 guide reveals proven strategies to maximize your practice’s value, from financial prep and market timing to choosing the right buyer and navigating legal complexities. Learn how to plan your sale, boost profitability, and ensure a smooth transition—so you can secure the best outcome for your career and legacy.
Trevor Kimball, PhD
Trevor Kimball, PhD
President
October 30, 2025
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Practice Management

How to Retain Patients After Purchasing Your Practice

Discover the essential strategies for a successful dental practice transition and learn how to retain patients after purchasing a practice. This comprehensive guide covers due diligence, staff and patient communication, and proven retention systems to protect your investment and ensure long-term growth. Optimize your transition and secure your practice’s future with expert insights tailored for today’s dental market.
Trevor Kimball, PhD
Trevor Kimball, PhD
President
October 7, 2025
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6 Million Reasons to Buy a Dental Practice

Six Million Reasons to Buy a Dental Practice Based on some conservative calculations, there is a 6 million dollar difference between working as an associate and buying a dental practice over a 30 year career. And this is before any investing, tax savings, or equity, which are the basic building blocks of long term wealth.…
Trevor Kimball, PhD
Trevor Kimball, PhD
President
April 22, 2022
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Practice Sales Market

CalSavers Deadline Approaching

Trevor Kimball, PhD
Trevor Kimball, PhD
President
April 22, 2022
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Practice Sales Market

Interest Rates & Practice Values

Trevor Kimball, PhD
Trevor Kimball, PhD
President
April 15, 2022
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Buying a Practice

Buying Tutorial: Are You Ready To Buy A Practice?

Trevor Kimball, PhD
Trevor Kimball, PhD
President
November 4, 2021
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Selling a Practice

Do I need a dental practice sales broker? 

Trevor Kimball, PhD
Trevor Kimball, PhD
President
July 29, 2021
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Due Diligence

Due Diligence: Dental Practice Scheduling

Trevor Kimball, PhD
Trevor Kimball, PhD
President
April 14, 2021
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Valuations

How Do You Value a Dental Practice? Methods & Key Factors

Curious about how to value a dental practice? Learn the key methods, from applying industry-standard multiples to analyzing cash flow, and discover the crucial factors—like location, profitability, and equipment—that impact your practice’s worth. Get expert insights to ensure you price your dental practice accurately and attract the right buyers.
October 4, 2019

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