19. Buying Used Dental Equipment – Smart Move or Costly Mistake?

Welcome back to The Dentists Show! In this episode, Chase and Ryan dive into a hot topic that every dentist faces at some point—buying new vs. used equipment. Is it worth saving the money, or are you setting yourself up for headaches down the road? We also kick things off with some hilarious (and brutally honest) Valentine's Day confessions. Let's just say Chase has a very practical approach to romance, and Ryan is out here waiting for his wife to ask him to be her valentine. 😂 But back to the real talk—equipment. If you've ever wondered whether it's worth buying used chairs, handpieces, or Cavitrons, this episode is for you. We break down: What equipment we've bought used and why it worked (hello, $30k for a full set of practically new chairs!) The times we got burned (Cavitrons… we're looking at you 👀) When spending the extra cash upfront actually saves you more in the long run We're all about working smarter, not harder, and sometimes that means knowing when to save and when to spend. 🎧 Hit play now and join the conversation! LINKS: https://www.thedentistsshow.com Episode Minute By Minute:  00:00 – Chase & Ryan's Valentine's Day plans (or lack thereof) 03:00 – The debate: New vs. used dental equipment 05:30 – Our best used equipment purchases (why we love ADEC chairs) 10:45 – The $30K storage unit deal – was it worth it? 14:00 – Equipment that didn't pay off (Cavitrons = regret) 18:30 – The hidden costs of buying used 22:15 – Should you buy used chairs, X-rays, or software? 26:00 – The best strategy for saving money without sacrificing quality 30:00 – Final thoughts: When to buy new vs. used