In this video, Simon speaks with Joel Mannix, Head of Dental at Christie & Co, about the UK dental practice market in the first half of 2025. They reflect on 2024 as a pivotal year marked by market recalibration, with strong resilience shown despite economic challenges. Quality practices – those with solid financials, good premises, and strong treatment standards – remain in high demand, while underinvested or declining practices face reduced buyer interest. The market has seen a resurgence of corporate and mid-tier consolidator buyers offering more flexible deal structures, alongside a rise in independent buyers who often provide more favorable post-sale conditions. Sellers are increasingly focused on legacy and cultural fit, sometimes choosing lower offers in favor of better long-term outcomes. Christie & Co stresses the importance of early planning, ideally years in advance, to maximise sale value and ensure smooth exits – noting that they work exclusively for sellers and provide access to the full market without bias. Practice owners should get in touch early, even if they’re not planning to sell immediately.