Dear Dentist,
If you’re preparing to open your own dental practice, chances are financing is at the top of your concerns. For many doctors, this part of the journey can feel like knocking on doors with a dream in one hand and hope in the other—only to be met with confusion, delays, and rejection.
But here’s the truth: it doesn’t have to be that way.
At Ideal Practices, we’ve helped launch over 900 successful practices—and that includes walking dentists like you through one of the most stressful parts of the process: securing funding. We’ve learned firsthand that dental startup financing isn’t just about finding a bank or shopping for the best rate. It’s about presenting your practice vision in a way that the right lender will want to say yes to.
That’s why we brought in Mike.
Meet Mike, Our "Inside Man" for Dental Startup Financing
Mike is our Lead Startup Consultant with a specialization in financing—and he’s not just another advisor. He’s spent years working inside the very banks that fund most dental startups. He knows exactly what they’re looking for. He understands how underwriters think. And he knows how to position your project so that it checks every box before the bank even asks.
But more than that, Mike helps you build a strategic foundation from the start. He’ll work with you to:
Craft a comprehensive business plan that speaks the bank’s language
Build a detailed, tailored financial roadmap
Identify the right bank—not just any bank—based on your personal financial profile and long-term vision
With Mike’s insight, you’re not begging for approval—you’re leading the conversation. We’ve seen this flip the script for hundreds of dentists, turning what’s usually the most stressful part of the process into a powerful, confidence-building step toward ownership.
Financing Is Just One Piece of the Puzzle
Of course, funding your practice is only part of the challenge. That’s why we’ve built a full team around every key phase of the startup process.
Take Cliff, for example—our "Wise White Wolf." He’s a master at equipment and construction negotiation. These are often the biggest expenses you’ll face, and Cliff’s role is to protect your budget with the same care you give your patients. With him in your corner, you won’t get pushed into overpriced equipment or bloated buildout contracts. You’ll get exactly what you need—on your terms.
We’re Not Just Advisors—We’re a Strategy Team
At Ideal Practices, our job is to make your startup journey not only possible but successful. We walk with you through financing, real estate, demographics, floor plan design, equipment, hiring, marketing, and everything in between.
If practice ownership is your dream, you don’t have to navigate this alone. And you don’t have to settle for guesswork.
We have the plan. We have the people. And we’re ready when you are.
Reach out if you’re ready to take the next step, or if you simply want to understand what’s possible. We’d be honored to help.
To your future,
Stephen Trutter
Ideal Practices