Client Testimonials

"Very pleased with AFTCO's services, even realizing that our quick sale was not the norm. My analyst was very helpful in telling us what to expect and to hold our hand while the whole process occurred."

Gary E. Bennett, D.D.S.
Mesquite, TX

"From start to finish my AFTCO Analyst did an outstanding job. I appreciate his help and advice throughout this process."

Jessy S. Sidhu, D.M.D.
Las Vegas, NV

"AFTCO made the process simple and helped answer any questions I had. The analyst I worked with was always available to answer any question or concern."

Tristan J. Parry, D.D.S.
Lebanon, OR

"We have bought 3 practices over the past 5-6 years through AFTCO. Everything about our experience has been so positive. The investment in the practices have really paid off for us because of the excellent advice and follow up!"

Jeff L. Martin, D.D.S.
Tucson, AZ

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Closing Announcements

Amy R. Copeland, D.D.S. and Gregory Copeland, D.D.S. have acquired the practice of Alvin N. Perlov, D.D.S.
- Centennial, CO

Joyce M. Roberts, D.M.D. has acquired the practice of John P. Johnson, D.D.S.
- Hinesville, GA

James M. Altomare, D.D.S. has acquired the practice of Richard C. Navin, D.M.D.
- Skillman, NJ

Arlan R. Ellis, D.D.S. has acquired the practice of Henry Stokke, D.D.S.
- Absarokee, MT

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Featured Articles

It’s Time to Grow Out of Solo Economic Dependency

Since you are reading this article, it's safe to assume that you have a pretty successful practice. You are probably in your mid-to-late thirties or forties, and your practice is grossing in the mid-six figures. You should be feeling pretty secure, comfortable and pleased by your success. Maybe, however, you are wondering “So, what's next?”
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Practice Merger Questions & Answers

What is a practice merger? A practice merger is a transaction where one doctor sells his/her practice to another established doctor in the same area and merge the practices together in one office.
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Ambiguity is Not Benign

Drs. A1 and A2 had practiced together for 25 years in relative harmony. Dr. A1 was age 61 and Dr. A2 was 50. They each owned their own professional corporation and owned their own general dental practice. They shared the office space and had formed a corporation that was owned 50/50 and was used as an operating entity for both practices.
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Ask The Experts

How much would you adjust (lower) an appraisal for a dental office located in a shopping center?

I don't believe there is anything wrong with a shopping center location (unless it is runned down and there is no major grocery store tenant)...
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What should office rent be as a percentage of gross collections for a general dental practice?

Office rent should be in the area of 4% of gross practice gross revenues...
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What should clinical supply expenses be for a general dental practice, and what do clinical supply percentages indicate?

Clinical supply expenses indicate good business acumen or sloppy oversight...
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Tools

Dentistics

Dentists + Statistics = Dentistics! Were you ever curious about what the ratio of dentists to patients in an area was? Or the ratio of specialists to general dentists? Find out this and more with AFTCO Dentistics!

Loan Amortization Calculator

This loan amortization calculator shows you the breakdown between principal and interest in your loan payments. Each calculation shows you amortization tables with complete amortization schedules for the loan.

Demographics Search

Thinking about a change of scenery? Find out everything you need to know with complete demographics including income and housing reports, occupation and employment reports and much more!

Dental Alumni Search

Ever wonder what happened to your dental classmates? Find them now with the AFTCO Dental Alumni Search. Choose your school and year of graduation for search results.