How ChatGPT Rekindled Howard Farran’s Passion for DentistryFor more than three decades, Dr. Howard Farran has been one of the most recognized voices in dentistry. As the founder of Dentaltown, he helped build one of the first and largest online communities where dentists could connect, share experiences, and learn from each other. After years of practice ownership, podcasting, and speaking around the […]
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Why Some High-Earning Dentists Still Feel BrokeIt’s a strange reality many dentists quietly live with: high income but constant financial stress.The numbers on paper look strong. Production is steady, collections are solid, and the practice is growing, yet somehow, there’s still that uneasy feeling every month when bills are due. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Many doctors earning well […]
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The Money Mistakes That Keep Dentists From Long-Term Financial StabilityWhy So Many Dentists Struggle With Money Despite Strong Income At first glance, dentists seem to have it all figured out: years of education, a respected profession, and a steady, often high income. Yet, behind the scenes, many dental professionals quietly struggle with financial stress. The truth is, strong income doesn’t always equal financial stability. […]
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How One Tax Move Can Create Years of Financial Stress for DentistsFor many dentists, tax season feels like a race to find as many deductions as possible. After all, the more you can deduct, the less you pay the government, right? That’s how it seems in the moment. Your CPA might recommend a large write-off. A supplier might say, “Buy this new equipment before December and […]
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Breaking the Cycle: What Dentists Must Rethink to Stay ProfitableThe dental economy is facing a loop that feels almost impossible to escape. Costs keep rising, insurance payments stay flat, dentists raise fees to compensate, and patients pull back on care because they can’t afford it. The result? Lighter schedules, tighter margins, and growing fatigue across the industry. The ADA Health Policy Institute’s Q3 2025 […]
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More Spending, Fewer Patients: The Dental Economy’s Big ParadoxWhen you look at the numbers, you’d think dentists would be busier than ever. Consumer spending on dental care is up. The economy, at least on paper, looks healthy enough. Yet, ask dentists across the country, and many will tell you the same thing: “Our chairs aren’t as full as they used to be.” The […]
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Inside Q3: Why the Dental Economy Is Stuck in a Holding PatternThe dental industry has always been a mix of steady need and shifting economics. But the Q3 2025 ADA Health Policy Institute report reveals something unusual: a sector that isn’t crashing, yet isn’t exactly climbing either. It’s stuck in what many are calling a “holding pattern.” From dentist confidence to costs and staffing, every part […]
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How PracticeCFO Helps Dentists Invest with Purpose, Not PanicThe financial markets never stop moving. News about rate cuts, stock surges, inflation reports, and global tensions can make even confident investors second-guess their next move. For dentists, whose time and energy are already divided between managing patients, staff, and practice growth, the added stress of volatile markets can easily lead to emotional decisions. At […]
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Why Following the S&P 500 Blindly Could Be Risky for DentistsThe S&P 500 is often treated like the gold standard of investing. For many dentists, it feels like the simplest, safest way to build wealth. Put your money in an index fund, let it grow, and watch your balance rise over time. That approach worked well in past decades, but today’s S&P 500 looks very […]
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