Funding Secured for a Hygienist to Expand Their Practice
A hygienist in the South of England wanted to expand their growing private practice but faced challenges securing funding. Dental Funding created a strong business case and used sector expertise to secure 100% of costs with flexible terms. This shows how the right advice can help businesses overcome barriers and invest in sustainable growth.
Client Profile
Our client, a GDC-registered hygienist had built a thriving private practice in the South of England, known for its focus on preventative care and hygiene-led treatments.
With patient demand rapidly growing and a long waiting list, the client wanted to:
• Expand the practice with an additional surgery room
• Invest in new hygiene and air-polishing equipment
• Hire a therapist and a part-time Dental Associate to meet demand
However, securing funding proved challenging. As a hygienist rather than a dentist, most lenders were hesitant to support the expansion, often perceiving the profile as higher risk.
Our Approach
We understood the barriers but also saw the clear potential in the business.
Our team:
• Prepared a detailed business plan and cashflow projections, highlighting the practice’s profitability and patient retention rates
• Presented the client’s strong regulatory and credit history to build lender confidence
• Leveraged our specialist network to approach dental sector lenders who trust our proposals
The Outcome
By carefully positioning the opportunity, we secured a market-leading funding package that would not have been available if the client had approached lenders directly:
• 100% of refurbishment and equipment costs funded
• Flexible repayment options aligned with projected revenue growth
This tailored finance solution allowed the hygienist to expand the practice without straining existing cashflow and at a rate far below typical offers in the market.
Client Feedback
“I’d been told by several banks that it simply wasn’t possible for a hygienist to secure this kind of funding. Dental Funding believed in my vision and fought to get me a fantastic deal. Thanks to them, I’ve been able to grow my practice and give my patients the care they deserve in a modern, expanded setting.”
– Principal Hygienist, South of England
Key Takeaways
• Being a hygienist doesn’t have to be a barrier to growth and with the right support, lenders can be convinced to back strong businesses.
• Specialist advice and lender relationships are key to unlocking competitive funding terms that aren’t available when approaching banks directly.
• The right financial structure allows clinicians to invest in growth with confidence and sustainability.
