A new comprehensive guide for dental professionals seeking to transition into practice ownership has been released, addressing what industry experts identify as a critical gap in dental education. Joseph Wineman's "So, You Want to Open a Dental Practice: Now What?" provides step-by-step support for dentists ready to move into practice ownership, focusing specifically on the operational challenges that often prove more difficult than clinical work.
"The biggest challenges new owners face are rarely clinical—they're operational," says Wineman, a dental consultant and business strategist with years of hands-on experience. His book aims to make these challenges manageable by distilling the complexities of opening a practice into an accessible resource that readers can refer to at every stage of their journey.
The guide covers essential aspects of practice establishment including evaluating readiness for ownership, negotiating leases, hiring staff, and managing billing systems. It provides both strategic guidance and tactical tools through checklists, real-life examples, and concise summaries. The resource is designed to give readers a realistic roadmap to launching a successful dental practice while helping them avoid common pitfalls that can derail new business ventures.
This publication addresses a significant need in the dental industry where many professionals receive extensive clinical training but minimal business education. The availability of such resources could impact the success rate of new dental practices, potentially reducing business failures and improving patient access to dental care in communities. For recent graduates, associates considering ownership, and even seasoned dentists looking to reimagine their approach to practice management, the book offers clarity on operations, staffing, compliance, and leadership development.
The book is now available through multiple retailers including Amazon in various formats. By providing practical business knowledge specifically tailored to dental professionals, this resource represents an important development in supporting the next generation of dental practice owners and ensuring the stability of dental care services in communities nationwide.
