Navigating Dental Practice Setup: Equipment, Budgeting, and Consulting Insights

This episode, Dr. Toni Torres details their journey of setting up a dental practice, focusing on the selection of operatory chairs, custom cabinetry, and other essential equipment. They discuss their decision-making process, including advice from mentors like Scott Leune. The challenges of managing a tight budget, securing a substantial loan, and dealing with construction and equipment delays are highlighted. The episode also touches on the support received from a consultant, the importance of decisiveness, and practical tips on ordering dental supplies and leveraging buying groups. This comprehensive guide serves as a blueprint for new practitioners aiming to establish their dental offices efficiently.

00:00 Choosing Equipment for Operatories

00:11 The Stress of Cabinetry Decisions

00:24 Trusting Your Instincts and Making Decisions

01:29 Custom Cabinets vs. Pre-Made Options

01:54 Selecting Dental Chairs and Equipment

02:53 Budgeting for Cabinets and Chairs

05:54 Navigating Financial Constraints

08:10 Lease Negotiations and Space Acquisition

10:13 Construction Challenges and Budgeting

12:10 Ordering Supplies and Equipment

20:22 Consulting and Mentorship

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This episode of The Making Of Podcast is presented by Studio EightyEight — dentistry’s story-driven growth agency for startups.  https://s8e8.com/vsl

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