

Benjamin Larkin, MA, JD, attorney and managing partner at Optimal Practice Transitions, will be speaking at Yankee Dental Congress 2023 as part of the Minuteman Lecture series on Saturday, January 28. In a presentation important to both those considering purchasing a practice and those who are thinking about transitioning out of their practice, Attorney Larkin…
Acquiring an existing dental practice is an exciting time, but can be a daunting task and a complicated endeavor. However, when equipped with accurate, data-driven knowledge and a team of specialized professionals, you can set yourself up for a rewarding career and a smooth transition process. This article aims to equip you with the tools…
WEBINAR FOR DENTISTS LOOKING TO GO OUT OF NETWORK WITH PPOs: Andrew Schwartz CPA and dental consultant Shelley Renee will be presenting a live streamed webinar at noon ET on Friday December 9th for dental practice owners considering going out of network with insurance companies. A lot of dental practice owners are getting very frustrated…
One of the most frequent questions that is posed to us is some variation of, “What is the validity and enforceability of a non-competition in the dental community in Massachusetts?” Most attorneys will say, it depends. Historically, the law surrounding non-competition agreements in the dental community in Massachusetts is based on “common law,” meaning those…
The lockdown has had far-reaching implications for healthcare practices. But the pandemic also encouraged dentists to embrace innovative tools and procedures. Here are some of the current trends in dentistry and how they could impact dental practice transitions. 1. Prioritize Patient’s Comfort and Convenience Dentistry has been focusing on improving the patient’s convenience and comfort…
New $100K Subsidy Available For Dental Practice Start-ups That Started After 2/15/20 On March 11, 2021, President Biden signed the $1.9 Trillion American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 into law. ARPA included a provision expanding the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) to include “Recovery Startup Businesses (RSB)” – those that opened after 2/15/20 with annual…
The process of purchasing a dental practice can sometimes feel like a 2nd job. There are so many things to look for when evaluating whether an opportunity is the right fit for you. In this article we will try to break down the major factors to look for and to consider when evaluating a potential…
What are my options for transitioning my practice? We are asked frequently about different options for practice transition to professional practice such as a dental practice. There are a variety of ways to transition, but all are encompassed in the following 4 general scenarios: Associate / Buy-in / Buy-out In this transition scenario, the practice…