A Smarter Way to Find Your Next Dental Practice
Finding the right dental practice has never been straightforward. For most buyers, the process is fragmented. You check websites, wait for emails, speak to brokers, and try to stay on top of opportunities while balancing a full-time role. The challenge is not a lack of ambition. It is a lack of visibility.
At Frank Taylor & Associates, we see this every day. Buyers who are motivated, prepared and financially capable still miss out on great opportunities simply because they find out too late.
That is exactly why we built the FTA App.
Why We Created the App
The dental market does not stand still.
New practices come to market regularly. Buyer demand shifts. Funding conditions evolve. Opportunities appear and move quickly, often within days.
Traditionally, staying informed has meant relying on:
- Email alerts
- Checking listings manually
- Conversations that happen after the fact
This creates a gap between when something happens and when a buyer becomes aware of it.
We wanted to close that gap.
The FTA App was created to give buyers a more immediate, consistent connection to the market so they can stay informed without needing to constantly search for information.
How the App Helps Buyers
At its core, the app is designed to do one thing well: keep you closer to real opportunities. Instead of relying on occasional updates, you can:
- See practices as they come to market
Stay aware of new listings without repeatedly checking multiple sources. - Track opportunities in real time
Understand what is becoming available and how the market is moving. - Stay prepared to act
Early visibility gives you time to organise funding, plan viewings and make confident decisions.
Buying a practice is not just about finding one. It is about being ready when the right one appears.
Why Timing Matters More Than Ever
One of the biggest misconceptions among buyers is that success comes from searching harder. In reality, it comes from being earlier. When a strong practice enters the market:
- Interest builds quickly
- Viewings are booked early
- Serious buyers move fast
Those who succeed are rarely starting their search at that moment. They are already informed, already prepared and ready to act. The app helps you stay in that position.
Designed for Simplicity
We have deliberately kept the app simple. There are no complicated logins or systems to learn. It is designed to sit on your phone and be available whenever you need it.
You can download it from the App store now.
Once installed, it becomes a straightforward way to stay connected to the dental market without adding more noise to your day.
A Better Way to Stay Ahead
For many buyers, purchasing a practice is one of the most significant professional decisions they will ever make. Having the right information at the right time can make the difference between securing the right opportunity and missing it. The FTA App is not about replacing conversations or advice. It is about improving awareness, so when the right moment comes, you are ready. If you are considering buying a dental practice, it is a simple step that helps you stay one step ahead.
Practice - Isle of Man
Practice location: This practice is situated on the Isle of Man, just 20 minutes from Douglas. The practice has been established for over 20 years and occupies a prominent position with good public transport links and free nearby parking.
Practice type: This is a four-surgery private and plan practice being sold as leasehold. The practice is fully computerised with SOE software and benefits from digital equipment including a Carestream CBCT scanner and 3Shape Trios scanner. The principal is selling the practice to release themselves from ownership whilst offering an excellent opportunity for future growth.
Practice financials: The gross fee income from accounts for the past 12 months is in the region of £951,000 per annum and is approximately 97% private and 3% plan income. The income is generated by the principal working three days a week, two associates working a combined eight days a week, and two hygienists working a combined four days a week. The team are supported by a full time practice manager, accounts and HR support, a receptionist and six dental nurses.
Price achieved: A price of £593,000 was achieved.
Agent's comments: This practice generated strong levels of interest due to its desirable Isle of Man location, excellent reputation and significant scope for future growth. The practice benefits from a growing waiting list, no evening or weekend appointments and considerable opportunity to further build the plan income and expand services.
Practice - London
Practice location: This practice is situated in a densely populated and culturally rich area London with excellent transport links and ongoing redevelopment in the surrounding area. The practice occupies a prominent position and has been established for over 40 years, building an excellent reputation within the local community.
Practice type: This is a three-surgery mixed practice with over 6,800 UDAs at more than £30 per UDA. The practice is fully computerised and is being sold as freehold. The practice is currently associate run and offers significant scope for further growth through better utilisation of surgery capacity.
Practice financials: The gross fee income from accounts for the past 12 months is in the region of £419,000 per annum and is approximately 52% private and 48% NHS income. The income is generated by the principal working four days a week and two associates working a combined seven days a week. The team are supported by a full time practice manager, a full time administrator, a dental nurse and two trainee nurses
Price achieved: A price of £1,500,000 was achieved.
Agent's comments: This practice generated strong interest due to its London location, freehold opportunity and established reputation. The practice offers excellent future potential through increasing surgery utilisation, expanding clinical hours and developing additional income streams from the already strong mixed patient base.
Practice - Yorkshire
Practice location: This practice is situated in the centre of a town in Yorkshire with excellent transport links and easy access to the M1. The surrounding area is popular with families, commuters and retirees, offering a strong mix of local amenities and residential housing. The practice occupies a detached property in a prominent location and has been established for over 30 years.
Practice type: This is a two-surgery fully private practice being sold as leasehold. The practice has recently undergone a full refurbishment and is fully computerised with Dentally software and a CBCT scanner. The practice is predominantly associate led and offers scope for further growth, with additional surgery potential from an office already plumbed and wired for conversion.
Practice financials: The gross fee income from management information for the past 12 months is in the region of £800,000 per annum and is 100% private income. The income is generated by the principal working one days week, four associates, specialist practitioners and a hygienist. The team are supported by a practice manager/TCO, three dental nurse/receptionists, two part time nurses and an administrator.
Price achieved: A price of £900,000 was achieved.
Agent's comments: This practice generated significant interest due to its strong year-on-year growth, modern fit out and fully private income model. The incoming principal was particularly attracted by the experienced clinical team, excellent reputation with over 190 Google reviews and the opportunity to further grow specialist treatments and utilise additional surgery capacity.
Practice - Bedfordshire
Practice location: This practice is situated in the heart of a thriving market town in Bedfordshire with excellent road and rail links, including direct access to London Euston in approximately 35 minutes. The practice has been established for over 40 years and benefits from a large catchment area with a population of more than 42,000.
Practice type: This is a three-surgery mixed practice and s fully computerised with R4 software, is leasehold and is being sold as a limited company share sale. The practice is a high-tech, multi award winning practice.
Practice financials: The gross fee income from management information for the past 12 months is in the region of £700,000 per annum and is approximately 50% private and 50% NHS income. The income is generated by a principal working four days a week, an visiting specialist working two days per month and an associate working three days per month. The team are supported by a therapist, a full time practice manager, four dental nurses and a receptionist.
Price achieved: A price of £769,000 was achieved.
Agent's comments: This practice attracted strong levels of interest due to its excellent reputation, award winning status and specialist offering. The incoming principal was particularly drawn to the stable turnover, strong NHS contract and the opportunity to significantly grow private income through additional marketing and increased chair utilisation.
