The Dental Download 308: Behind a Multi-Million Dollar Dental Practice | Keys to a Successful Partnership (Dr. Kris Bano)
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What does it really look like to go from dental associate to practice owner?
In this episode of The Dental Download Podcast, Dr. Haley sits down with one of her practice owners, Dr. Kris Bano to break down his journey from new grad to 50/50 dental practice partner. He shares exact steps he took to evaluate a buy-in, structure a partnership agreement, secure dental practice financing, and grow a multi-million dollar office.
You'll learn:
How to transition from associate to partner in a dental practice
How to evaluate a dental practice buy-in opportunity
Dental practice valuation and buy-in pricing models (1x collections, equity splits, production considerations)
Structuring a true 50/50 dental partnership
Negotiating compensation, equity, and ownership terms
Working with dental lawyers, accountants, and banks
Managing student loans while taking on a practice loan
Financial stress, payroll, overhead, and cash flow as a new owner
Growing a dental office from $2M to $5M+ in collections
The role of marketing, systems, and team culture in practice growth
Why most partnerships fail — and how to make yours succeed
Mindset shifts from associate to owner
Dr. Bano shares real numbers, real negotiations, and real lessons learned during his first full year of ownership — including what surprised him most, what didn’t change at all, and how ownership impacted his lifestyle and long-term vision.
We also dive into dental marketing strategy, implant and cosmetic case growth, coaching for dentists, and how building strong systems and leadership inside your office matters more than just clinical skill.
If you're a:
Dental associate considering a buy-in
New grad wondering if ownership is worth it
Dentist overwhelmed by student loans
Practice owner exploring partnerships
Entrepreneurial dentist wanting to grow your practice
This episode gives you a transparent look at the business side of dentistry. 🎧 Listen now to learn how to evaluate a dental partnership opportunity, reduce risk, and build a practice aligned with your long-term vision.
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