Owning a Practice
Practice partnerships with The Dental Group
The Dental Group is a privately owned New Zealand dental group founded in 2021 and built around partnership, growth and long-term ownership. We work with dentists and practice owners across New Zealand to acquire, support, grow and develop practices through a shared ownership model that protects clinical independence and creates aligned, sustainable outcomes.
Whether you are an established owner looking for a strategic partner, a clinician interested in ownership, or someone planning the next chapter of your practice, we offer a practical, flexible model designed around the realities of modern dental practice.
A shared ownership model built for dentistry
At The Dental Group, we believe there is a better way to build and grow dental practices than the traditional “sell and step away” model. Our approach is based on shared ownership and partnership.
That means we work with practice owners and clinicians to create structures where the people closest to the practice continue to have meaningful involvement and a genuine stake in its future. Rather than removing ownership and decision-making from the clinical front line, we aim to align it with the people delivering care, leading teams and shaping the patient experience.
For existing owners, this can provide a way to realise value, reduce risk, access growth capital and gain support while still protecting the culture and legacy of the practice. For incoming clinicians, it can create a pathway into ownership that may be difficult to achieve independently. For the practice itself, it creates continuity, accountability and a stronger platform for long-term growth.
Why partner with The Dental Group?
Access to capital
Growth often requires investment – whether that means upgrading facilities, expanding surgery capacity, investing in technology, recruiting clinicians or opening new service lines. As a partner, you gain access to capital and a group that is prepared to back the right opportunities. That investment is made with a long-term mindset and with an understanding of how dental practices actually operate.
Clinical autonomy
We strongly believe that clinical decisions should remain with clinicians. Our role is not to dictate treatment decisions or impose a generic clinical model. We support our practices with the business, strategic and operational infrastructure around them so that clinicians can focus on delivering excellent care. Preserving clinical autonomy is a core principle of our partnership model.
Support for practice growth
Practice ownership can be rewarding, but it can also be demanding. Recruitment, systems, compliance, reporting, marketing, business planning, property decisions and day-to-day operational challenges all take time and energy. We help shoulder that load. Our support can include strategic planning, operational guidance, recruitment support, commercial analysis, systems implementation and growth planning, tailored to the needs of the practice.
A long-term ownership mindset
We are not interested in short-term cosmetic change. We are focused on building strong, enduring practices with good people in them. That means preserving what is already working, investing where needed and helping create a clear long-term pathway for owners, clinicians and teams.
Flexibility around structure
Not every owner wants the same outcome. Some want to continue working clinically for years. Some want to de-risk and reduce management responsibility. Some want to bring through future clinical leaders. Some are planning retirement. We work with owners to structure arrangements that reflect those different goals rather than forcing every practice into the same template.
Who this might suit
- Practice owners looking to reduce risk while staying involved.
- Owners wanting capital and support to grow their practice.
- Dentists who want to transition gradually rather than sell and leave immediately.
- Clinicians seeking a pathway into ownership or partnership.
- Owners planning succession but wanting to protect their team, patients and legacy.
Partner stories and testimonials
Frazier Johnston
“I am so grateful for the opportunity to have transitioned from an associate to a part owner/clinical partner at Dental Today – Onehunga. It has been a dream come true, and I am excited to continue building the practice and serving our patients.
I have learned so much from Dr Tony Dey (an existing clinical partner) and The Dental Group over the last year. The Dental Group model, helps provide support, expertise and confidence to operate running a successful dental practice.
As a clinical partner, I am now able to have a greater impact on the practice and our patients. I am also able to make decisions about the future of the practice, which is exciting and very rewarding.
If you are an associate dentist who is considering becoming a practice owner, I highly recommend working with Andy and Prashant at The Dental Group. It is a rewarding career pathway. I am so thankful for the opportunity to be a part of Dental Today and The Dental Group.
Dr. Frazier Johnston
Steven Casci
“Buying a part of a dental practice with The Dental Group was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. We have a great working relationship, and we share the same vision for the future of the practice.
Andy and Prashant have a fantastic understanding of clinicians and dental practices, understanding a practice’s strengths and weaknesses.
I worked closely with Andy and Prashant to help with the purchase process. The Dental Group helped to value the practice, negotiate the purchase price, and develop a transition plan.
I am now a very happy clinical partner of One Health Dental and have a great balance of having the autonomy to make decisions for day-to-day operations, knowing The Dental Group model is always there for their expertise when needed.
If you are considering buying a part of a dental practice with another party, I highly recommend The Dental Group. It has been for me a great way to transition to practice ownership with a partner who I trust and respect, and who share my vision for the future of the practice.
Clinical Partner – One Health Dental
Ross Anning
Selling part of my specialist orthodontic practice to The Dental Group was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. I had been the sole owner of the practice for many years and was ready to achieve greater heights. Andy and Prashant’s knowledge and passion in helping clinical partners and their practices develop offered me this pathway.
The transition to partnership with The Dental Group was smooth and seamless. Andy and Prashant worked closely with me to develop a plan that met my personal needs, as well as those of the practice and my patients.
I am now an extremely satisfied clinical partner in the practice and find working with Andy and Prashant inspiring and rewarding. This collaborative approach brings strength and opportunity; I am excited to see what the future holds now we are expanding the practice into multiple sites.
Working with The Dental Group is a great way to drive future growth or transition to retirement or semi-retirement, while ensuring that your practice has every opportunity to continue to thrive.
Dr. Ross Anning
Clinical Partner – Auckland City Orthodontics
Next steps
If you are thinking about your next move as a practice owner or clinician, we would be happy to have a confidential conversation. Get in touch for a confidential discussion with us.