Love them or fear them, every appraiser knows a dentist and, chances are, they've appraised a dental practice. On one hand, with more than 150,000 dentists practicing a number of specialties in the United States alone, there is valuation work to be had. Yet on the other, capital expenses, goodwill considerations, and insurance requirements – both as a payer and provider – dentistry valuations present numerous challenges to the appraisal process.

In "Valuing Dental Practices," part 6 of BVR's Online Symposium on Healthcare Valuation, an all-star panel will discuss the state of the dental industry, where valuation opportunities lie, and where to be weary of valuation pitfalls. Join experts James Andersen and Ron Seigneur and Dr. Bernard Slota as they discuss how best to approach these ubiquitous, yet challenging valuation assignments.

• Overview of the dental industry and dental practice
• Common valuation challenges presented in dental practice valuation
• Complex issues relating to market place and operating requirements
• Applying the correct business valuation techniques when appraising a dental practice
• Q&A

• Learn the best practices when valuing a dental practice
• Understand the specific requirements of operating a dental practice and what they mean for the appraisal process
• Clarify personal and professional goodwill and understand other intangible assets to a dental practice
• Develop a clear view of a complex and dynamic market place