Periodontist

Periodontist: Associate-to-Partner Succession Opportunity, Tucson, Arizona
Tucson, AZ | Full-Time, Monday–Thursday | 100% Fee-for-Service | Established Referral Base | Future Ownership
Practicing in Phoenix and tired of fighting for referrals? A highly respected Tucson periodontal practice is looking for a full-time Periodontist with a defined path to partnership. The founder spent more than two decades building the reputation and referral network and is now planning for retirement. This opening isn't about growth. It's a succession opportunity, with a busy surgical schedule, a three-week new-patient wait and a defined ownership framework already in place.
The practice at a glance
About $2 million in annual practice production
About $15,000 in current doctor production per clinical day
100% fee-for-service, with about 80% case acceptance
About a 3-week wait for new patients
A high-level GP referral network built over decades, and a 4.9-star Google reputation
5 fully equipped operatories with Planmeca CBCT, Dexis digital radiography and Dentrix
IV sedation capability, surgical monitoring, BioHorizons implants, and kits supporting several other systems
A third-party anesthesia provider available when appropriate
The work
Periodontal surgery and implant placement
Surgical extractions, bone grafting and sinus lifts
Implant-related procedures and full-mouth rehabilitation
IV sedation and complex interdisciplinary treatment planning
The team
4 dental assistants, 1 hygienist and dedicated assistant support
Office manager, front office support and regional operational support
Low turnover, with an average tenure of about five years
Schedule
Monday–Thursday, about 7:30 AM–5:00 PM. No routine Friday hours, and evening and weekend coverage is generally limited to emergencies.
Ownership
The owner is actively planning for the practice's future and wants a Periodontist who may become an equity partner. Potential equity generally ranges from about 20% to 40%, valued on an EBITDA multiple, so it's a defined framework rather than a vague promise. Timing, percentage and terms depend on mutual fit and the final structure.
What you need
DDS or DMD and completed specialty training in periodontics
An Arizona dental license, or the ability to obtain one
Strong periodontal surgical skills and interest in implants and comprehensive surgical care
The ability to build and maintain strong referring-doctor relationships
Experienced periodontists and new graduates are both encouraged to apply
Compensation
Production-based, with the full package discussed during interviews. Benefits include medical insurance, 401(k), malpractice coverage and established organizational support.
Why Tucson
Big-city amenities without the big-city grind. Live in the Catalina Foothills, Oro Valley or Marana. Hike Sabino Canyon, Saguaro National Park and Mount Lemmon, ride world-class cycling routes, golf all year, and enjoy the first U.S. UNESCO City of Gastronomy and University of Arizona athletics. We especially welcome periodontists from Phoenix, Las Vegas, Southern California, Albuquerque and El Paso.
How to be considered
Apply with your CV and a short note on your surgical scope, sedation experience, Arizona license status and interest in ownership.
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