The 9 Steps I'd Take if I Were to Start a Dental Practice in 2026

Starting a dental practice is a major investment, and doing things in the wrong order can cost you time, money, and unnecessary headaches. In this video, we walk through the 9 major steps to starting a dental practice, from developing your business plan and choosing the right location to construction, marketing, hiring, and opening day. In this video: 00:00 — Starting a Dental Practice: The 9-Step Process 00:20 — Step 1: Prepare 00:50 — Step 2: Find the Right Location 01:20 — Step 3: Design Before You Build 01:50 — Step 4: Negotiate the Lease 02:15 — Step 5: Construction 02:45 — Step 6: Start Marketing Before You Open 03:15 — Step 7: Build the Operating System 03:45 — Step 8: Hire the Team 04:15 — Step 9: Open 04:40 — The Big Takeaway Whether you're still considering opening your own practice or you're already working toward your opening day, understanding what needs to happen and when will help you make better decisions throughout the process. At Next Level Consultants, we help dentists make better business decisions when starting, buying, and growing dental practices. Learn more about Next Level Consultants: https://nxlevelconsultants.com #DentalPractice #DentalPracticeStartup #Dentistry #DentalBusiness #DentalPracticeManagement