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Do brokers prefer lower prices than owners? A research question

In a new column separate from his latest series, consultant Thomas Climo, PhD, revisits the question of how do dental practice owners get the best price for their practice when they are considering selling. Looking at recent economic research, he urges dental practice owners to consider their options to get the best price.

October 9, 2014

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How profitable are your associate dentists? Part 1

In the first of a multipart series, Thomas Climo, PhD, and co-author Jill Nesbitt, MBA, turn their analysis to an examination of a dental practice group and the profitability of its associate dentists.

October 7, 2014

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Buyer-driven transaction costs with no broker fees to sellers

In his latest column, consultant Thomas Climo, PhD, discusses the idea recently presented to him of a 2% success fee for the sale of a dental practice, resulting in no broker fees for the seller. He writes that this 2% finder's fee is substantially below the commission rates being charged by brokers at present.

September 16, 2014

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Dental brokers ought to go the way of travel agents

In his latest column, Thomas Climo, PhD, makes the case that practice owners may be leaving money on the table when using a broker rather than an independent consultant when selling their practice. He explains why he believes dental brokers ought to go the way of travel agents.

September 3, 2014

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Why your dental practice should exercise an annual internal audit

Does your practice complete an internal audit each year? If you are asking yourself why you should take the time, and expense, to complete one, consultant Thomas Climo, PhD, explains the reasons the process is worth the time.

July 20, 2014

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The 4 methods of valuing dental practices: Part 3

At some point in a dentist's career, the purchase or sale of a practice will be an issue to be considered. To enable the owner-dentist to become more savvy when selling a practice, consultant Thomas Climo, PhD, explains the four methods of valuing dental practices in this three-part series. Part three discusses the EBITDA and market rate multiples approaches.

June 22, 2014

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The 4 methods of valuing dental practices: Part 2

Consultant Thomas Climo, PhD, offers the four methods of valuing dental practices in this series of three articles. The series will increase your knowledge of dental practice evaluation and the methods employed for valuing dental practices. Part two covers the net income or the Warren Buffett approach of valuing a dental practice.

June 15, 2014

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The 4 methods of valuing dental practices: Part 1

At some point in a dentist's career, the purchase or sale of a practice will be an issue to be considered. To enable the owner-dentist to become more savvy when selling a practice, consultant Thomas Climo, PhD, explains the four methods of valuing dental practices in a new three-part series.

June 8, 2014

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The real from the unreal in dental practice management

In his latest column, consultant Thomas Climo, PhD, relates an experience you may have had. What do you do when a persistent, but perhaps underfunded and inexperienced, entrepreneur knocks on your door to tempt you with selling your practice, not having administrative responsibility, and participating in purchasing a growing number of dental practices.

April 29, 2014

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The solo practitioner and the 2 business models of dentistry

In his latest column, consultant Thomas Climo, PhD, examines two business models of dentistry. If you're a dentist who has up to three dental practices, consider remaining a solo practitioner, as economies and centralization of management would be too costly, he writes. But, with four practices, costs are effectively spread and begin to translate into bottom-line results.

April 1, 2014

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Dentist sues state over implicit bias training

A dentist is suing over a requirement that mandates clinicians take implicit bias training to maintain their dental licenses.

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6 strategies to manage stress in times of rapid change

By Lisa Newburger

The key is not to avoid uncertainty but to manage it in a way that empowers you to move forward with confidence, writes Lisa Newburger.

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Why oral diseases are climbing in kids, young adults

Global oral health problems among adolescents and young adults may have become more common and more disabling due to rising rates of periodontitis and tooth loss, a study published recently in BMC Oral Health reports.

April 15, 2025

Money may not be the only factor that delays oral care

Besides financial barriers, these personal factors may independently contribute to delays in seeking dental care. This study was recently published in BMC Oral Health.

April 15, 2025

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Dental coding: What you need to know about future updates to CDT 2026 codes

By Estela Vargas

Recently, the ADA's Code Maintenance Committee discussed changes to the Code on Dental Procedures and Nomenclature (CDT) for January 2026. Estela Vargas, CRDH, was there and tells you what you need to know.

April 15, 2025

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Practice sued again over assistant's alleged behavior

By Melissa Busch

A dental practice in Arizona is facing a second lawsuit related to one of its former dental assistants who is accused of inappropriately touching and taking images of undressed pediatric patients during dental x-ray exams.

April 14, 2025

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PRP shot may offer pain relief from TMJ osteoarthritis

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections after joint puncture may provide significant pain relief in patients with temporomandibular joint osteoarthritis, according to a review published recently in BMC Oral Health.

April 14, 2025

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The true cost of raising the bar in dental hygiene

By Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH

If you're a dental hygienist stuck inside "a prophy mill," Dr. Kelly Tanner is here to help, diving into what it really takes to elevate dental hygiene protocols and why it's worth it.

April 14, 2025

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Do's and don'ts for growing your practice

By Dr. Roger P. Levin

The keys to accelerating your practice's growth aren't mysterious or even difficult, writes Dr. Roger P. Levin. Implementing these two steps can propel your practice to new heights.

April 14, 2025

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Dental hygienist sues, alleging wrongful termination

By Melissa Busch

A dental hygienist/assistant filed a lawsuit against a prosthodontist and dental practice, accusing them of wrongfully terminating her due to a disability.

April 11, 2025

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Pregnancy hormones up tooth decay risk

By Karie Neeley Anderson

Higher levels of six hormones during pregnancy may be significantly linked to an increased risk of developing cavities, according to a University of Rochester Medical Center news release dated April 3.

April 11, 2025

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AGD urges HHS to continue water fluoridation

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) has criticized the recent decision to stop recommending community water fluoridation in the U.S. and wants the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to continue recommending the cavity-fighting measure.

April 11, 2025

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This tool may read dental x-rays better

A recently developed diagnostic system may improve the accuracy of identifying and classifying odontogenic sinusitis through dental x-rays, according to a news release dated March 31.

April 11, 2025

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