Choosing the right associate for your dental practice is a critical decision that requires careful planning. Many first-time associate transitions fail due to common mistakes, such as hiring someone too similar to the owner, expecting the associate to bring in new patients, and underestimating the practice's capacity needs. To ensure a successful transition, practice owners should communicate their plans clearly, ramp up marketing efforts to increase patient flow, and consider expanding hygiene capacity to help integrate the associate with existing patients. Properly managing these factors can lead to a smoother transition and long-term success for both the practice and the associate.

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