Thinking About Selling Your Practice? Here’s Six Reasons Why Using a Dental Transition Broker Saves You Time & Money

Author - Julie Hawken If you’re a dentist in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, or Western Montana thinking about selling your practice, or even just starting to plan ahead, you’ve probably wondered if you really need a dental transition broker.

The short answer? Yes. And here’s why.

At McVay Dental Transitions, we help dentists navigate one of the biggest moments in their careers: transitioning out of practice ownership. From our years of experience, we’ve seen the same truth play out again and again, using an experienced broker doesn’t just save you time, it almost always puts more money in your pocket.

Let’s break it down.

1. You Only Sell a Practice Once. We Do This Every Day

This may be your first and only time selling a dental practice, but it’s what we do every day. Our team has the experience to anticipate roadblocks, navigate sensitive timelines, and guide both sides toward a smooth close. That expertise can be the difference between a deal falling apart…or getting done right.

2. Accurate Pricing Matters - A Lot

We know the dental markets across the Pacific Northwest and Inland Northwest. Our valuations are grounded in local trends and buyer expectations, so your practice hits the market priced to attract serious interest, without leaving value on the table.

3. We Bring You the Right Buyers

McVay Dental Transitions maintains a strong, actively engaged network of pre-qualified buyers across WA, OR, ID, and MT. That means less time spent chasing interest and more time speaking with real, financially ready candidates.

4. You Focus on Dentistry, We Handle the Details

From managing showings to coordinating with attorneys, lenders, and CPAs - we handle the heavy lifting. Our job is to keep everything moving forward while you stay focused on what you do best: caring for your patients and team.

5. Avoid Costly Mistakes

Without a broker, it’s easy to miss details, like tricky lease clauses, AR adjustments, or key deadlines that can lead to delays, disputes, or even deals falling apart. We’ve seen it all and know how to avoid the pitfalls before they happen.

6. A Trusted Partner

Transitions are about more than money, they’re about legacy, reputation, and what comes next. We’re here to be your advocate, keep the process on track, and ensure you walk away with confidence in your decision.

Ready to Start the Conversation?

Whether you're looking to transition next year or just starting to explore your options, McVay Dental Transitions is here to help. We’re proud to serve dentists across Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Western Montana, and we’d be happy to walk you through the process, no pressure. To start the conversation just click here.