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Dental Construction Done Right: How to Build Your Startup Without the Stress

Dental Construction Done Right: How to Build Your Startup Without the Stress

Dental construction nightmares—we’ve all heard them. Projects that balloon in cost, drag on for months, or leave doctors with a space that just doesn’t function the way they’d envisioned. But here’s the truth most startup owners don’t hear: it doesn’t have to be that way.

Yes, construction can be done right. It can be efficient, on-budget, and dare I say… enjoyable. But only if you know what to watch for and how to approach it strategically.

In this episode of the Ideal Practices Podcast, I sit down with Tiger Safarov—one of the country’s most respected names in dental construction—to pull back the curtain on how you can avoid common pitfalls and build your dream practice with clarity and control.

Why Dental Construction Goes Wrong (and How to Avoid It)

Whether you’re building from the ground up, expanding, or renovating, your space is one of the biggest investments you’ll make. And if it’s not done right, it can cost you thousands in hidden delays, change orders, and operational inefficiencies.

Here’s what we cover in this no-fluff conversation:

  • How one tech breakthrough can cut your construction time by up to 50%

  • The 3 essential questions to ask before hiring a contractor

  • 5 hidden costs that derail most dental construction projects

  • Why “don’t worry about it” might be the phrase that haunts you later

  • What change orders actually mean for your timeline—and your sanity

  • The #1 question every dentist should ask before signing off on plans

After working with hundreds of startups, I can tell you: this is where many great practices stumble—before they even open their doors.

Smart Construction Is Smart Business

Your office design isn’t just about aesthetics. It’s about efficiency, production flow, and long-term profitability. The right construction strategy supports all of that—and protects your budget in the process.

Want to build a space that actually works for you, your team, and your future patients?

Start here:

Dental construction doesn’t have to be a gamble. With the right partners and the right plan, it can be one of the most rewarding parts of your startup journey.

Let’s build something you’ll be proud of—for years to come.

—Stephen Trutter