Knowledge Base
31.8% of Dentists Are Dropping PPOs. Here's the Playbook.
Nearly 1 in 3 dentists plan to leave PPO networks. The math stopped working when hygienist wages jumped 30-40% but reimbursements stayed frozen.
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Dentistry
Your Patients' Gums Are Killing Them Silently - And You're Missing the Revenue in It
A 56-year-old patient comes in for his routine cleaning. You note: bleeding on probing, 4-5mm pockets in the posterior region, some bone loss visible...
Marketing
Dental Practice Marketing in 2026: What Actually Works (With ROI Data)
The average dental practice spends 4-7% of revenue on marketing. Here is channel-by-channel ROI data so you know where that money should go.
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Welcome to The Dental Signal
Opinionated takes on dental practice economics, M&A trends, and operator insights for practice owners and DSO leaders. No consultants. No vendor pitches.
Dental Practice Management
The Dental Signal // March 10, 2026
Pop quiz: What's the average cost to replace one dental hygienist who quits? (Spoiler at the bottom. It's worse than you think.
seo-landing
Dental Practice Overhead Benchmarks in North Carolina (2026)
North Carolina dental practice overhead benchmarks benchmarks for 2026. Operator-focused analysis + free calculator.
seo-landing
Dental Practice Valuation Multiples in New Jersey (2026)
New Jersey dental practice valuation multiples benchmarks for 2026. Operator-focused analysis + free calculator.
Knowledge Base
What's Your Practice Worth? It Depends on Who's Buying.
The same practice can sell for $720K or $4M depending on the buyer. EBITDA multiples range from 1.8x to 12x. Here's why.
Technology
Same-Day Dental Crowns: Setup, Workflow, and ROI Guide
Same-day crowns eliminate second visits, boost case acceptance by 15-25%, and save $150+ per unit in lab fees. Here is how to set up the workflow.
Startup
Buy vs. Start a Dental Practice in 2026: The Full Comparison
Starting a dental practice costs $650K-$950K. Buying one costs 1.8x-2.7x EBITDA. Here is the head-to-head comparison with real numbers.
Practice Economics
Q1 2026 M&A deal flow preview: mid-market is hot, solo practices aren't.
Dental M&A pipeline for Q1 2026 shows consolidation appetite concentrated on...
staffing
Dental Employee Benefits: What Package Retains Top Talent?
Replacing a hygienist costs 1.5-2x their salary. A $20,000/year benefits package delivers 2.75x ROI in avoided turnover. Here is what to offer.