Why do dentists decide to start their own practice? There are a number of alluring positives that draw dentists into practice ownership. The ability to maintain a personal standard of care with all patients. The possibility of doing dentistry better. The promise of making more money at the end of the day. The appeal of a customized work life balance and the ability to create a personalized work schedule. The investment in an industry that should ultimately provide a good retirement plan. Yet, there are so many unexpected headaches and hurdles along the path of practice ownership. Finding and keeping good staff members. Attracting not only new patients but good quality new patients. Protecting a work life balance. Controlling costs in order to ensure a good paycheck and a good retirement plan. Keeping track of how the practice is doing in order to make strategic changes. At times, these hurdles can feel overwhelming and can even prevent a dentist fro...