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Browse All ListingsBuying a dental practice is a major investment — and one of the best paths to practice ownership. Whether you're a new graduate or an experienced associate, here's how the acquisition process works.
Browse practices by state, city, type, and price. Compare financials, patient counts, and operatories across every major brokerage in one place.
Connect with dental-specific lenders and get pre-qualified for an SBA 7(a) loan. Knowing your budget before you start makes the search much more focused.
Sign an NDA with the listing broker to access full financials, patient records, and practice details. Review everything with your accountant and attorney.
Finalize the purchase agreement, secure financing, and plan the transition. Most sellers offer a transition period to introduce you to patients and staff.
Most dental practice acquisitions are financed through SBA 7(a) loans, which offer favorable terms for healthcare professionals. These loans typically cover up to 90% of the purchase price with 10-year repayment terms and competitive interest rates.
Lenders evaluate the practice's cash flow and your debt service coverage ratio (DSCR) — the ratio of the practice's net income to annual loan payments. Most lenders want to see a DSCR of 1.25 or higher. Each listing on our site includes an estimated monthly payment to help you assess affordability.
Other financing options include conventional bank loans, seller financing (where the seller carries a portion of the note), and specialized dental lenders like Bank of America Practice Solutions, Live Oak Bank, and Provide by Fifth Third.
Before buying a dental practice, thorough due diligence protects your investment. Here's what to review:
Most dental practice acquisitions are financed through SBA 7(a) loans, which offer up to 90% loan-to-value with 10-year terms. Other options include conventional bank loans, seller financing, and specialized dental lenders.
Key items include: 3-5 years of financials, patient demographics and retention, equipment condition, lease terms, staff roles and compensation, insurance panels, and the local competitive landscape.
Prices vary widely. General practices typically sell for 60-80% of annual collections. A practice collecting $800K might list for $480K-$640K. Specialty practices and high-demand markets command higher multiples.
Buying an existing practice offers immediate cash flow, an established patient base, and trained staff. Startups take 2-3 years to reach profitability but offer complete control. Most brokers recommend acquisition for first-time buyers.