Business Resources
Running a successful endodontic practice requires thoughtful planning, documentation and implementation of office procedures, finances, legal considerations and more.
The ADA Center for Professional Success (login required) offers a variety of resources to help you plan and run your practice. The AAE's Special Committee on Practice Management identified specific information that may be particularly helpful from the AAE, ADA and other sources. Details and links are provided below.
Facilities
Finances
Legal Issues
Contact your local governments for regulations related to opening a dental practice. This may include building and occupancy permits and zoning regulations.
- The ADA Practical Guide to Frequently Asked Legal Questions
- A Dentist's Guide to Selecting a Lawyer
- Antitrust Laws in Dentistry
Staffing and HR
The ADA offers free content including:
- Checklist for Terminating an Employee
- Be a Great Boss
- Managing Effective Team Meetings
- Using Flexible Benefits Plans in Your Practice
Books also are available for purchase from the ADA at a discounted member rate on the following topics:
- The ADA Practical Guide to Creating and Updating an Employee Policy Manual
- Essentials of Dental Assisting (Seventh Edition)
Other employee resources: