Dentist calculating finances to protect and grow dental practice in uncertain times

Stop Losing Money: How to Protect and Grow Your Dental Practice in Uncertain Times

By Maritza Duran | Startup Strategist | Practice Brand Builder & Patient Experience Advocate Economic uncertainty is here. Discover how dentists can prepare with expert dental consulting, PPO insurance optimization, and practice management strategies to reduce overhead ...
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Dentist greeting happy patient to build trust and long-term dental brand loyalty

How to Build a Brand Patients Trust—Even If You’re a New Dentist Just Starting Out

By Maritza Duran | Startup Strategist | Practice Brand Builder & Patient Experience Advocate You don’t need a fancy logo or thousands of Instagram followers to build a strong brand.You need clarity, consistency, and connection. I say this ...
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Confident dentist planning financial goals for dental startup success in 2026

Financial Planning for Dental Startups in 2026: How to Budget, Pay Off Debt, and Build Wealth—Even in Uncertain Times

By Maritza Duran | Startup Strategist | Former Practice Manager Turned Research-Obsessed Business Coach If you’re a young dentist dreaming of opening your own practice but staring down six-figure student debt, rising costs, and scary headlines about the ...
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What Medicaid and Medicare Cuts Could Mean for Dentistry — Especially If You’re Starting Out

By Maritza Duran |  Startup Strategist for Dentists | Research-Lover (Not a CPA) You know I’m not one to panic about headlines—but I do like to stay informed so I can prepare myself, and help the dentists ...
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Big Tax Changes Are Coming: Here’s What Dentists Need to Know (And Do) Before 2026

By Maritza Duran | Startup Consultant & Research-Driven Advocate for Dentists As someone who loves doing research to better prepare myself and the clients I serve, I recently came across an important tax update shared by my trusted ...
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What Rising Living Costs Mean for First-Time Dental Practice Owners (and How to Prepare)

By Maritza Duran | Founder | Dental Startup Consultant | Practice Growth Strategist Launching your first dental practice is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make. And in today’s economic climate—when everything from housing to ...
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Starting Your Own Dental Practice: Legal and Business Considerations for Associate Dentists

By Maritza Duran | Startup Strategist | Practice Brand Builder & Patient Experience Advocate Embarking on the journey to open your own dental practice is an exciting, albeit challenging, endeavor. For associate dentists looking to make this ...
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How Dentists Can Prepare for Economic Downturns with Dental Consulting & Smart Practice Management

By Maritza Duran | Startup Strategist | Practice Brand Builder & Patient Experience Advocate  Economic uncertainty is here. Discover how dentists can prepare with expert dental consulting, insurance optimization, and practice management strategies to reduce overhead and ...
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New dentist earns patient trust with warm welcome and personal connection

How to Build a Brand Patients Trust—Even If You’re a New Dentist Just Starting Out

By Maritza Duran | Startup Strategist | Practice Brand Builder & Patient Experience Advocate You don’t need a fancy logo or thousands of Instagram followers to build a strong brand.You need clarity, consistency, and connection. ...
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