Running a dental practice involves more than clinical expertise.

There are contracts, compliance rules, employment laws, and regulatory obligations that, if handled incorrectly, can carry real consequences. For many dentists, legal questions don’t come up until something goes wrong. This guide is meant to change that.

The Dental Legal E-Book is a comprehensive, accessible resource for dentists who want to understand the legal basics of practice ownership and operations. It’s not a substitute for legal counsel, but it will help you spot issues early, ask better questions, and make more informed decisions.

E-Book Content Areas

The e-book covers essential legal concepts in accessible, dentist-focused language—organized for both reference and proactive understanding.

Practice Formation & Business Structures

• Choosing between PC, LLC, S-Corp
• Licensing, registration, and associate agreements
• Partnership and ownership planning

Employment Law for Dental Practices

• Hiring, firing, and employment policies
• Non-competes and confidentiality clauses
• Discrimination and harassment prevention

Regulatory Compliance

• HIPAA and patient privacy
• OSHA requirements for clinical environments
• State dental board regulations and billing compliance

Contracts & Leases

• Reviewing office leases and purchase agreements
• Vendor and supplier contracts
• Equipment financing or ownership structures

Practice Transitions (Overview)

• Legal considerations in buying or selling a practice
• Structuring associate buy-ins

Risk Management & Malpractice

• Professional liability basics
• Documentation practices that reduce risk
• Common legal pitfalls in daily operations