Buy a Dental Practices Business in Canada
Acquire a dental practice in BC or across Canada with full clinical and operating diligence.
About This Industry
Dental practices are premium acquisition targets — strong margins, recurring hygiene recall, real estate (where owned), and limited owner-transfer complexity when handled correctly. Most are bought by associate dentists or via DSO consolidation.
Market Snapshot
Typical Deal Economics
Typical Price Range
$700k - $5M
SDE Range
$250k - $1.5M
Multiple Range
5x - 8x SDE
Working Capital
30 days of cost
Why Buy in This Industry
- Strong margins (typically 35-45% pre-owner comp)
- Recurring hygiene recall revenue
- Patient-list as defensible asset
- Recession-resistant essential service
- DSO / group rollup demand support buyer value
Key Risks to Diligence
- Patient retention through ownership transition
- Associate dentist retention and non-compete
- Hygiene scheduling and recall execution
- Equipment age and digital infrastructure
- CDSBC compliance and chart documentation
Growth Opportunities
Post-acquisition opportunities we target with our clients in this industry.
British Columbia Specifics
BC dental practices are regulated by the CDSBC. Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, Surrey, Coquitlam, Victoria, and Kelowna are all active markets. DSO interest is strong, which can compete with individual buyers.
Our Edge in This Industry
Services We Apply
Business Valuation
Defensible valuation of the target using SDE, EBITDA multiple, and DCF — calibrated to Canadian comps.
09Due Diligence
Coordinate accountants, lawyers, and specialists through 30-60 day deep diligence.
14Deal Structure
Design asset vs share, earn-out, VTB, holdback, and tax-optimized closing structure.
19Integration
First 90-180 days: stabilize, retain, learn, then improve.
Dental Acquisitions Across Canada
Ready to Buy a Dental Business?
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