Dental Practice Purchasing Advisors
Our business offers comprehensive guidance for doctors looking to purchase a dental practice. Whether you’re a first-time buyer seeking guidance from start to finish or an experienced purchaser in need of a second opinion, we are here to assist you every step of the way.
30+ Years
of education
and experience
Complete Advising Package
From the Start of Your Practice Search Until Closing
This service includes as many initial analyses as needed, as well as appraisal reviews. We will help with the allocation of assets and all other details of submitting a letter of intent. Additionally, the service includes one chart audit/office visit and lender, attorney, and CPA recommendations. We will represent and advise you through the complete buying process and closing statement.
This includes but is not limited to:
All the time needed to complete the Clarity Phase.
Unlimited zoom/phone calls, emails, and texts to you the buyer, the selling doctor, practice brokers, attorneys, lenders, and CPAs.
Appraisal review, initial analysis, chart audit/office visit, and all travel and lodging expenses.
Comprehensive Practice
Acquisition Package
Appraisal Review
Reviewing the appraisal, providing feedback on the evaluation, and giving an opinion of value. Addressing all your appraisal-related inquiries.
Initial Analysis
This service includes a practice evaluation, which examines the last two to three years of collections, NP numbers, cash flow projections, and the skill set of the existing doctor in comparison to the buying doctor.
Office Visit
Physically visiting the dental office to perform a chart audit as well as assess location, street visibility, signage, parking, equipment, and floor plan.
Not Ready for Complete Representation?
Schedule a 30-Minute Blitz
Some doctors simply want a question-and-answer session. This can take place at the beginning, middle, end, or after a practice transition or purchase. Write down all of your questions and fire them at me as fast as you can. I will answer the questions based on my education, experience, and opinion. Many doctors want to get a second opinion to confirm the decision they are leaning towards. At other times, the doctors just have a lot of questions and want answers before they are ready to even consider purchasing a practice.
Our Process
Step 01
Clarity Phase
We ask a variety of questions about your life and professional goals, expectations from dental practice ownership, personality, preferences, and non-negotiables. Assessing your clinical skill set is a critical component of the Clarity Phase.
In short, we follow Steven Covey’s advice to “Begin with the end in mind.”, and consider everything from that perspective.
Step 02
Practice Analysis
Now that we know exactly what you’re wanting and what your needs and expectations are from a practice, we only look at practices that fit those parameters.
Get pre-approved with two to three dental practice transition lenders
Analyze an existing practice evaluation or appraisal
Perform an initial analysis if it is not listed with a broker
Submit a letter of intent
Chart audit and office visit
Step 03
Finalization &
Binding Agreements
Physically visiting the dental office to perform a chart audit as well as assess location, street visibility, signage, parking, equipment, and floor plan.
Hire an Attorney
Hire a CPA
Review & sign all binding agreements
Complete Buyer’s checklist
Testimonials
“I have worked with Jack for 32 years. I first met Jack in Dental School at Oregon Health Sciences University in 1992. Jack is a tremendously gifted person with a great knowledge of dentistry, dental practices and valuations. He is a man of integrity, character and honesty. I have always admired Jack for the relationships he builds with his patients, colleagues and clients. He is dedicated to seeing the process through to the end and works diligently to achieve the best result. His attention for detail and gift for problem solving has made him successful at every endeavor he has pursued.
He was an excellent student at OHSU. Jack built a very successful dental practice in Bend with loyal patients and a profitable model during his 20 years of practice. He has helped me in my practice finding associates, establishing systems and dealing with challenging practice issues. Jack is a great resource and will provide you with timely advice on achieving a successful practice purchase and transition. I am thankful for Jack and the help that he has provided to in my practice. He has helped me both clinically and with practice management. I give Jack Miller my highest recommendation. You will not be disappointed.“
Marc Nordstrom, DMD
“I have known Jack Miller for 33 years, and have always known him as a person of utmost integrity. With his knowledge of both the business as well as the clinical aspects of dentistry, it was an easy decision to call Jack when it came time to sell my practice.”
Paul Parrella, DMD
"Dr. Miller made what could have been a super stressful, confusing process so much easier. His experience with practice transitions really showed—from the initial evaluation to helping with financing and the hand-off from the retiring doctor, he knew exactly what needed to happen. He even connected me with a great Dental Attorney and CPA, which was a huge help. The way he broke down the patient base and new patient flow gave me a lot of confidence in making the right decisions. If you’re looking to take the stress out of a transition, I can’t recommend Dr. Miller enough."
Joel Gardner, DMD
About Jack Miller
Founder of DPPA
I graduated from Oregon Health & Science University School of Dentistry in 1995. After graduation, I purchased a small dental practice. A few years later, I hired an associate dentist, sold half of the practice to him, and formed a partnership.
After 17 years of private practice, I had to retire early due to a health issue that affected my hand and arm. I then became a licensed realtor and spent seven years as a dental practice broker.
The part I enjoyed the most about brokering was advising the buyers in the practice transition process. I formed Dental Practice Purchasing Advisors to specialize in this endeavor. I am married with four children and one granddaughter and live in Surprise, Arizona. In my spare time, I enjoy fishing, cycling & spending time with friends and family.
Experience
Private practice for 17 years
Dental practice broker for seven years
Built an eight operatory dental office building from the ground up in 1999
Personally hired an associate dentist
Formed a dental partnership
Accreditations
Graduated from Oregon Health & Science University School of Dentistry in 1995
Licensed real estate broker for five years
Member of AGD for 17 years
ADA member since 1995
ODA member since 1995
