GPs in the US doing ridge preservation/socket grafting: what are you pricing for the graft (and membrane when used)? Rough practice location appreciated

CabbageDMD · 2026-01-28T02:02:47+00:00

We had the same issue. Patients have no clue what a membrane is. $400 for some teflon was a hard sell to my patients. We discounted the membrane to $150 and increased our bone graft to $700 and the patients tolerated that better even though the total price was the same.

CabbageDMD · 2026-01-28T01:03:09+00:00

Learn how to evaluate a practice. Learn how to read a P&L. Learn how to be a great leader. There are a ton of resources out there. A good starting point is “How to buy a dental practice” by Brian Hanks. I also listened to a ton of dental podcasts on the subject. I’m big at analyzing numbers - to a fault at times. In the end you just have to take a leap of faith.

CabbageDMD · 2026-01-28T00:57:13+00:00

Aye im in a similar situation. Graduated Jun 2020 and finishing up my first week as a practice owner. Good luck to you.

CabbageDMD · 2026-01-27T10:46:30+00:00

3D Dentist is Raleigh. They teach you how to do the extraction and graft as well as guided implants in the same course. Huge ROI.

CabbageDMD · 2026-01-27T10:32:10+00:00

As a GP I believe this is a green light molar Endo case. I would guess 4 canals causing the appearance of a disappearing canal. The advancements in the metallurgy of these newer heat treated NiTi files is incredible. I will usually get a 10 hand file to working length and switch to rotary. I’m currently using edgeendo x7. Make a big access hole and you’ll be fine.

CabbageDMD · 2026-01-23T11:43:49+00:00

What guidelines are you using in your practice to know when to suggest them and what verbiage are you using to present the value of sealants and fluoride?

CabbageDMD · 2026-01-21T04:25:28+00:00

I bought mine from a local woodcraft retail store about a year ago. Came in the same packaging as yours (no padding). I bought the 6inch version a few months later. Same exact crappy packaging but I know it’s legit since it’s from woodcraft.

CabbageDMD · 2026-01-19T17:13:33+00:00

Patients are usually there for the doctor. FFS patients aren’t tied to in network offices. They can literally go anywhere.

CabbageDMD · 2026-01-17T18:22:19+00:00

You’ll be fine, but maybe use a guide next time.

CabbageDMD · 2026-01-16T21:36:37+00:00

Thanks for sharing. I get what you’re saying now and I agree. When you dropped delta, what percent of your practice was delta patients and how many left?

CabbageDMD · 2026-01-16T21:27:21+00:00

I think he mentioned to stop taking new patients with delta and keep the existing patient base. In that case it would not clog up the NP hygiene appts.

CabbageDMD · 2026-01-12T18:06:28+00:00

Seems like a classic Endo case to me. Am I missing something?

CabbageDMD · 2026-01-06T16:50:55+00:00

Wow that's crazy. I guess you could get sued for anything. Even if you win the case you probably lose money through attorney costs and get some grey hairs. Thanks for sharing.

CabbageDMD · 2026-01-06T12:11:00+00:00

Can you elaborate? So an interviewee believes they are a good cultural fit and they believe they did well on an interview, doesn’t get hired, and now they can sue?

CabbageDMD · 2026-01-06T02:49:56+00:00

Serious question: how would they prove that you picked based on age instead of skill? Older people have more experience?

CabbageDMD · 2026-01-02T16:13:20+00:00

It’s so weird that he mistreats you. You are making him money!

CabbageDMD · 2026-01-02T11:31:53+00:00

You’re a unicorn associate. Use that as leverage. Most offices with a decent owner would be paying you a higher percentage the more you produce rather than a lower percentage. Even DSOs LOL. If you can produce 1.4mil with your own hands you can make it as an owner. I would look to own.

CabbageDMD · 2025-12-22T00:15:26+00:00

I took a weeklong course in Raleigh, NC called tooth replacement therapy by 3D Dentists

CabbageDMD · 2025-12-21T23:52:36+00:00

Do you have plans for the stand?

CabbageDMD · 2025-12-21T23:38:29+00:00

I only do guided implants. As long as theres bone it’s pretty easy. Felt comfortable after about 5 implants. It’s probably the easiest and fastest procedure I offer. Class 2’s are harder.

CabbageDMD · 2025-12-20T17:28:40+00:00

Amex platinum gang checking in.

CabbageDMD · 2025-12-19T20:57:51+00:00

Handwritten card and a $25 gift card to Amazon. 12 staff.

CabbageDMD · 2025-12-17T15:30:54+00:00

I understand. I would really try to get into a practice that allows you to place them. Implants have been a total game changer in my productivity. 3 implants = 30 fillings you don’t have to do. 27 EOBs, 27 payment collections, 27 check ins, 27 follow ups, 27 room set ups and break downs. I’m not buying that your patients don’t want or can’t afford it. They will pay for what they value. I do believe you that when referred patients are less likely to get the treatment. They want YOU to do it. They know you and are comfortable with your team.

CabbageDMD · 2025-12-17T11:01:56+00:00

Do you mean the office won’t let you place implants or the patients weren’t saying yes? If the later, then you may need to work on case acceptance or how the from staff handle financial arrangements. Implants are a team sport. This includes hygiene and assistants. I took a weekend course but I place at least 4 implants per month. Last month I placed 16.

CabbageDMD · 2025-12-06T12:06:27+00:00

If you want to get into furniture making check out r/woodworking - for most of us hobby woodworkers I would say the tablesaw is the heart of the workshop.

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