{"id":25357,"date":"2022-12-27T02:10:00","date_gmt":"2022-12-27T02:10:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/businessyield.com\/?p=25357"},"modified":"2022-12-28T14:57:58","modified_gmt":"2022-12-28T14:57:58","slug":"save-money-on-dental-equipment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/businessyield.com\/business-coaching\/save-money-on-dental-equipment\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Save Money on Dental Equipment and Supplies","gt_translate_keys":[{"key":"rendered","format":"text"}]},"content":{"rendered":"\n
As you set out to start a dental practice, there will be numerous details you\u2019ll need to invest in. From the dental clinic rent to the supplies and equipment you\u2019ll use, there\u2019s a lot that goes into starting a dental clinic. However, there are some tricks you can use to save money on equipment and supplies. Take a look:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
First, it\u2019s wise to start a budget when preparing to start a practice<\/a>. From the salaries you\u2019ll pay to the equipment you need to invest in, there\u2019s a lot that you\u2019ll need to spend money on when getting your clinic going.<\/p>\n\n\n\n From a low-speed dental handpiece<\/a> to diamond burs and even floss, who knew you\u2019d need so much product to run a successful dental practice? Well, you did, and now with a defined budget, you can see where and how you can save money every month. Keep in mind that when starting out a clinic, the number of patients you have will eventually grow, which means so will your product supply demand. When this happens, adjust your budget accordingly<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your manufacturer could actually be down to provide you with free supplies. A lot of dental suppliers offer free supplies to their loyal customers, which could actually save your practice a lot of money. This is when doing business with one provider could pay off, especially if you already love their prices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A dental practice<\/a> sees supplies leave their hands continuously, so when you keep receiving freebies, you\u2019re bound to save some money. Just make sure that your dental assistant<\/a> who is in charge of ordering, is aware so they don\u2019t go ahead and reorder the free supplies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ordering too many supplies at once could end up costing you more. This typically happens when you have multiple people taking care of ordering supplies, and it is something that can be avoided when you pick a specific person to handle the supplies. Ordering what you need for the month is usually the best practice when it comes to saving money on supplies. Pro tip: use software to keep track of orders<\/a>, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Used equipment isn\u2019t too bad if you know where to look. There are some great suppliers that offer products that look new but are much cheaper than what you\u2019d find when buying brand-new dental equipment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Not only that, but you could actually buy brand-new equipment that is being sold at an affordable price due to overstocking. As one of the higher costs when starting a new practice, it could be beneficial to purchase used equipment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s okay to negotiate with your provider, especially if you\u2019re finding lower-priced materials and supplies elsewhere. You may appreciate the supplier you do business with but would like to pay a lower price for what you can get for cheaper on the market. Discuss your budget needs with your supplier\u2014you\u2019d be surprised, they may say yes. They make money off of your loyalty, and you can save money from it, so it\u2019s a win-win situation for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n#2. Ask for free supplies<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
#3. Don\u2019t order in excess<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
#4. Buy refurbished equipment<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
#5. Don\u2019t be afraid to negotiate<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n