Bruce Bryen

Bruce Bryen

Bruce Bryen, CPA/CVA
Dental Practice Valuation Analyst, Baratz & Associates, PA

Reducing the Tax Burden When Selling a Dental Practice

Reducing the Tax Burden When Selling a Dental Practice

An innovative approach to reducing the tax burden for the buyer and seller when a dental practice…

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acquire a dental practice & not start one

Choosing to Acquire a Dental Practice & Not Start One

Here are the top things to keep in mind after choosing to Acquire a Dental Practice &…

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starting a dental practice vs buying an existing practice

Starting a Dental Practice vs Buying an Existing Practice

By: Bruce Bryen Considering starting a dental practice vs buying an existing practice? Whoever said that it…

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dental partnerships

Dental Partnerships: The Good and The Bad!

By: Bruce Bryen Now the potential for more income, exposure to the community, and the recognition deserved…

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operating a dental practice

Knowledge of Operating a Dental Practice: Job Options Abound

By: Bruce Bryen Dental school is over as is the training as an associate dentist working for…

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moving on to another dental practice

Moving On To Another Dental Practice

By: Bruce Bryen After getting out of dental school and going to work as an associate at…

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new dental practice owner responsibilities

New Dental Practice Owner? What Responsibilities Come Next?             

By: Bruce Bryen The dental practice purchase that you recently made was like a dream come true….

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choosing a business structure for your new dental practice

Choosing the Best Business Structure for a Dental Practice

By: Bruce Bryen The young dentist has gotten the training and skill sets that he or she…

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dental practice

Acquiring a Dental Practice   

By: Bruce Bryen When does the associate know that it’s the right time to acquire an operating…

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job opportunities for dental associates

Choices for the Associate Dentist with Job Opportunities

By: Bruce Bryen In today’s world of dentistry, there are so many more choices for the associate…

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Financial Mistakes Dentists Should Avoid: Insights from Dr. William Chen

By Dr. William E. Chen, DMD | May 13, 2024

Host: Dr. Tanya Sue MaestasGuest: Dr. William ChenEdited By: Candy Velez CRDH Today, we continue our conversation with Dr. William Chen, exploring the realm of digital dentistry and discussing a significant financial mistake he made in his career. Dr. Chen shares valuable insights and advice for dentists, shedding light on avoiding financial pitfalls. Let’s dive…

Cracking the Case: Understanding Broken Provisionals

By Dr. Lee Ann Brady | May 10, 2024

By: Lee Ann Brady DMDTopic originally appeared on Pankey.org: Dr. Brady allowed permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers Provisionals play a pivotal role, not just in helping the patient adjust through to their final restorations, but they are helpful to us also – to fix our mistakes while we still can.  Even though…

I wish I’d done this a long time ago!

By | May 8, 2024

“You will get unprecedented amounts of individual attention from Doctor Rice and Dawn. My consults have instantly improved and so have my numbers!

You should definitely do the 90-day Jumpstart program!”

Dr. Luke Shapiro
Dentist
 
 
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Mentor and practice coach!

By | May 8, 2024

“Dr. Rice has been my personal mentor and coach since I was in dental school. He was instrumental in me purchasing my current practice. Once I owned the practice, he has been a wealth of knowledge in creating systems to help my practice run at peak efficiency. I highly recommend him as a mentor and practice coach.”

James Wanamaker
Dentist, Smiles of Skaneateles
www.smilesofskaneateles.com

Patient Acquisition Mindset: Common Issues

By Abe Kasbo | May 8, 2024

By: Abe Kasbo The term “Patient Acquisition” doesn’t resonate well with patients; it’s not what they seek or need. Patients aren’t commodities or assets to be obtained. They are people, and dental offices are not Wall Street trading terminals. We shouldn’t view them as mere acquisition targets because that diminishes the entire patient experience, and…

Building a Strong Dental Team: Lessons from Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz

By Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz | May 6, 2024

Interviewer: Tanya Sue Maestas, DDSInterviewee: Dr. Pamela Maragliano-MunizEdited By: Candy Velez – CRDH, BSDH Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz, who shares her experiences and insights on building a successful dental team. In this episode about teams, Dr. Maragliano-Muniz emphasizes the importance of finding team members who are skilled and…

Setting Realistic Expectations: Rome Wasn’t Built in a Day

By Savanah Craig | May 6, 2024

By: Dr. Savanah Craig Managing the expectations of others is a challenge in any aspect of life but is particularly challenging in dentistry. In the age of social media and Photoshop, it is easy to lose sight of what is real and what is edited. Two-day shipping and door-to-door delivery has intensified our need for…

How Airway Problems Can Wreak Havoc on Teeth, Jaw, and Wellbeing

By Dr. DeWitt Wilkerson, DMD | May 3, 2024

By: DeWitt Wilkerson, DMDThe article originally appeared on The Dawson Academy  Have you ever wondered why some people’s teeth are perfectly straight while others are crowded or misaligned? Or why you might be waking up with a sore jaw and headaches despite wearing a night guard? Could your acid reflux be the reason for your…

Creating Well-Defined Specific Goals for Your Future

By Todd Doobrow, CFP | May 1, 2024

By: Todd Doobrow, CFP When we ask clients what they want for their futures, very few have a clear picture.  Often using words like “hope” and “more” to describe their actions, there is no clear end game in sight. Few have specific goals and even fewer are on paths to help them get there. Whether…

The Power of Partnership: Building a Successful Dental Practice (Insights from Dr. Jennifer Bell)

By Dr. Jennifer Bell, DDS, FAGD, FICD | April 29, 2024

Host: Dr. Tanya Sue MaestasGuest: Dr. Jennifer BellEdited By: Candy Velez CRDH Dr. Jennifer Bell shares her expert advice on finding the right fit for your dental practice and the power of partnership. The Importance of Practicing in Community Dr. Bell’s journey in dentistry took an unconventional turn when she chose to partner with a…