Hosted by Dr David Keir

Ever wondered what legal pitfalls could cost you thousands when buying a dental practice? Dr. David Keir and Dr. Jesse Green reveal the critical legal considerations every dentist needs to know before taking the plunge into practice ownership.

In this insightful episode, you’ll discover:

• Which key advisors to engage early in your practice acquisition journey





• How to structure your lease agreements to protect your investment





• Critical contract elements that prevent costly HR nightmares





• Partnership agreement essentials that prevent expensive breakups





• Why getting the right legal advice upfront saves you time and money later

We compare proper legal preparation to setting patient expectations – when done right, everyone wins. When overlooked, conflicts arise that drain both your finances and relationships.Whether you’re planning to buy an existing practice or start from scratch, these insights will save you thousands in potential legal headaches.Don’t navigate the complex world of practice ownership alone! Like, subscribe, and share this video with a colleague who’s considering practice ownership.

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Key moments

00:00 – Introduction to Dental Business Series02:08 – Essential Advisors for Practice Acquisition

04:19 – Dental Advice Network Sponsor Segment06:01 – Legal Considerations for Practice Owners

07:23 – Understanding Lease and Premises Agreements

09:12 – Key Contract Elements When Buying

10:58 – HR and Employment Considerations

12:03 – Navigating Dental Partnerships

13:05 – Closing and Upcoming Lawyer Discussion

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Thank you to our sponsors…

Dental Protection Limited

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Dental Advice Network

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This episode of the Dental Head Start Podcast is proudly supported by Dental Advice Network.

Whether you’re one year out or forty, we all have clinical questions—and it’s OK not to have all the answers. That’s exactly why the Dental Advice Network exists. With leading experts like Dr Omar Ikram (Endodontist), Dr Amanda Phoon Nguyen (Oral Medicine Specialist), Dr Steven Parker (Dental Sedationist), Dr Manu Ayer (Specialist Anaesthetist), Professor Ian Myers (Restorative expert), Dr Kar Mun Chan (Specialist Paediatric Dentist) and Associate Professor Geraldine Moses (Dental Therapeutics and Pharmacology expert), it’s your go-to place for clinical advice, case support, and evidence-based insights.

From medication queries to red flags in oral pathology—or even just a second opinion—Dental Advice Network connects you to trusted voices in dentistry and medicine, including an in-house medical doctor. You’ll also get access to clinical webinars, CPD content, and curated updates to stay ahead in your practice.

It’s peace of mind, peer support, and education—all in one place.

 And for Dental Head Start listeners, we’ve teamed up with Dental Advice Network to bring you an exclusive 10% discount when you subscribe. Just use the code HEADSTART10 at checkout. Plus—if you’re a first-year graduate, you already get a massive 50% off.

Check them out at dentaladvicenetwork.com.au, and thank you to Dental Advice Network for supporting the next generation of dental professionals and the Dental Head Start podcast.

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