After completing your dental studies, there is one important choice to be made: would you like to work as an employed dentist or would you prefer to be self-employed? Both options offer advantages and disadvantages, of course, and choosing one path does not mean you will have to follow it for the rest of your career. We tell you what speaks for and against both options and how you can find the right solution for you.

Do you want to start your own practice, take over an existing one, or do you prefer working in a joint practice? If you do not want to be an employee, self-employment is the way to go. However, you will need to make a rather high investment to start your business. What options are available and what are the costs of a dental practice?

As dentistry is evolving, more and more new devices are entering the market and opening up new possibilities for dentists. Patients in particular benefit from increased comfort during treatment. In order to keep up with the competition, regular equipment purchases are essential. As a result, financing often proves to be a major challenge, especially for smaller dental practices. However, there are many more options than a classic bank loan.