{"id":13319,"date":"2025-06-25T13:58:21","date_gmt":"2025-06-25T11:58:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/info.1doc.ch\/comment-ouvrir-un-cabinet-dentaire-guide-complet\/"},"modified":"2025-11-17T13:59:13","modified_gmt":"2025-11-17T11:59:13","slug":"open-dental-practice","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/info.onedoc.ch\/en\/blog\/dentists\/open-dental-practice\/","title":{"rendered":"The guide to opening your own dental practice in Switzerland"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row gap=&#8221;10&#8243; kd_background_image_position=&#8221;vc_row-bg-position-top&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Opening a dental practice in Switzerland<\/strong> is an exciting\u2014and demanding\u2014project! Whether you\u2019re a recent graduate, an experienced dentist looking to set up on your own, or a team planning a new project, this guide is designed to <strong>support you through the essential steps<\/strong>: budget to plan for, legal requirements, equipment, hiring, marketing, detailed checklist\u2026 Everything you need to get started with peace of mind![\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1763380570205{margin-top: 50px !important;margin-bottom: 50px !important;}&#8221; el_class=&#8221;popmake-18523&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 25px;\">\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/info.onedoc.ch\/en\/needs\/get-new-patients\/\">OneDoc Pro helps you attract new patients to your dental practice<\/a><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<header class=\"kd-section-title col-lg-12 text-left  subtitle-below-title    vc_custom_1759995888317\" ><h2 class=\"separator_off\" >1. Legal requirements for opening a dental practice in Switzerland<\/h2><\/header>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1759995870068{margin-bottom: 50px !important;}&#8221;]<strong>Requirements vary by canton.<\/strong> Contact the <strong>cantonal health department<\/strong> and the competent authorities. In practice, you will need:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>A license to practice<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Radiation protection authorizations<\/strong> (if you operate imaging devices)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Documented hygiene protocols<\/strong> (traceability, validations, inspections).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Legally, you must also <strong>comply with the new Federal Act on Data Protection (nFADP)<\/strong>. To do so, make sure that:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>all collection and processing of data are lawful, with explicit patient consent for any use beyond direct care;<\/li>\n<li>you host data securely, with regular backups to prevent any loss;<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">you use an encrypted messaging system for exchanging medical data.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>you control who has access to this data.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Finally, we also recommend taking out various insurance policies to protect you and your staff:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Professional liability<\/strong> (mandatory if you open a practice)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Business interruption<\/strong> (optional but strongly recommended)<\/li>\n<li><strong>LAA<\/strong> for staff (mandatory for every employer)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<header class=\"kd-section-title col-lg-12 text-left  subtitle-below-title    vc_custom_1759995992313\" ><h2 class=\"separator_off\" >2. The budget and costs to plan for when opening a dental practice<\/h2><\/header>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1759996000768{margin-bottom: 50px !important;}&#8221;]The initial envelope depends mainly on the city\/canton, floor area, number of chairs in your practice, and level of equipment. It often totals several hundred thousand francs, excluding working capital. In the example below, <strong>the range is between 300&#8217;000 and 900&#8217;000 CHF<\/strong>.[\/vc_column_text]<header class=\"kd-section-title col-lg-12 text-left  subtitle-below-title    vc_custom_1759994948626\" ><h3 class=\"separator_off\" >Initial costs when opening a dental practice<\/h3><\/header>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1759994981680{margin-bottom: 50px !important;}&#8221; el_class=&#8221;btf-a&#8221;]These initial opening costs can be broken down into several categories:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Premises (purchase or lease and any fit-out)<\/strong>: feasibility study, fit-out (medical plumbing, suction, electricity, networks, ventilation), signage, fire safety\/accessibility compliance.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dental equipment<\/strong>: ergonomic chairs, unit, suction, autoclaves, thermo-disinfectors, compressor, imaging (RVG sensors, pano\/CBCT as needed), rotary instruments, sterilization\/waiting room furniture.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Software and IT<\/strong>: patient record, appointment and reminders management, billing, backups, cybersecurity, operating\/radiology screens, e-signature.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fees and formalities<\/strong>: architect, engineer, insurance, company formation, cantonal permits, radiation protection, hygiene inspections.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Launch communication<\/strong>: visual identity, website, photos, plaque, local SEO, Google Business Profile page.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<header class=\"kd-section-title col-lg-12 text-left  subtitle-below-title    vc_custom_1759825062758\" ><h4 class=\"separator_off\" >Indicative budget example for a dental practice in Switzerland<\/h4><\/header>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1759915103816{margin-bottom: 50px !important;}&#8221; el_class=&#8221;btf-a&#8221;]<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Item<\/th>\n<th>Range CHF<\/th>\n<th>Notes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Works and fit-out<\/td>\n<td>120\u2019000 to 300\u2019000 CHF<\/td>\n<td>Depends on area, suction\/air network, finishes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Chair(s) and equipment<\/td>\n<td>150\u2019000 to 350\u2019000 CHF<\/td>\n<td>1 to 2 chairs + sterilization equipment<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Imaging (RVG\/pano\/CBCT)<\/td>\n<td>30\u2019000 to 180\u2019000 CHF<\/td>\n<td>Depending on choice (purchase\/leasing)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>IT and software<\/td>\n<td>10\u2019000 to 40\u2019000 CHF<\/td>\n<td>Hardware, licenses,\u2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Fees and formalities<\/td>\n<td>10\u2019000 to 30\u2019000 CHF<\/td>\n<td>Company creation, permits, insurance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Launch communication<\/td>\n<td>5\u2019000 to 20\u2019000 CHF<\/td>\n<td>Website, photos, signage<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Indicative total<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>~325\u2019000 to 920\u2019000 CHF<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Depending on selected options<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<header class=\"kd-section-title col-lg-12 text-left  subtitle-below-title    vc_custom_1759914203723\" ><h3 class=\"separator_off\" >Recurring costs involved in running a dental practice<\/h3><\/header>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1759764686400{margin-bottom: 50px !important;}&#8221; el_class=&#8221;btf-a&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>In addition to these fixed costs, don\u2019t forget the <strong>variable costs<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Overheads:<\/strong> rent, electricity, water, internet, medical waste disposal<\/li>\n<li><strong>Salaries<\/strong>: dental assistant, hygienist, reception<\/li>\n<li><strong>Consumables and maintenance<\/strong>: instruments, sterilization, autoclave checks, imaging maintenance<\/li>\n<li><strong>Insurance<\/strong>: professional liability, business interruption, \u2026<\/li>\n<li><strong>Marketing &amp; digital tools<\/strong>: website, SEO, online appointment portal, automated reminders, \u2026<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<aside class=\"tip\"><\/aside>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221; kd_background_image_position=&#8221;vc_row-bg-position-top&#8221; kd_background_overlay=&#8221;true&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1757663803556{margin-top: 50px !important;margin-bottom: 50px !important;padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_hidden-xs&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;21690&#8243; img_size=&#8221;&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;]<header class=\"kd-section-title col-lg-12 text-left  subtitle-below-title   \" ><h4 class=\"separator_off\" >Our features to win patients from day one of your dental practice<\/h4><\/header>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border: none;\">\n<tbody style=\"border: none;\">\n<tr style=\"border: none;\">\n<td style=\"border: none;\">\u2705 <a href=\"https:\/\/info.onedoc.ch\/en\/hub\/onedoc-profile\/\">Profile on OneDoc<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border: none;\">\u2705 <a href=\"https:\/\/info.onedoc.ch\/en\/hub\/online-booking\/\">Online booking<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"border: none;\">\n<td style=\"border: none;\">\u2705 <a href=\"https:\/\/info.onedoc.ch\/en\/hub\/book-online-google-button\/\">Book button on Google<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border: none;\">\u2705 <a href=\"https:\/\/info.onedoc.ch\/en\/hub\/partner-healthcare-platform\/\">Partner platforms<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<a  href=\"\"    class=\"tt_button tt_primary_button btn_primary_color hover_solid_secondary btn-align-left button-action-link    popmake-18722\" ><span class=\"prim_text\">Get a demo<\/span><\/a>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner]<header class=\"kd-section-title col-lg-12 text-left  subtitle-below-title    vc_custom_1759996035596\" ><h2 class=\"separator_off\" >3. The 5 key steps to opening your dental practice<\/h2><\/header>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1759825079443{margin-bottom: 50px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">Now that you\u2019ve validated your initial investment, <strong>you still need to prepare the different steps for launch<\/strong>. To start, you can:<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<header class=\"kd-section-title col-lg-12 text-left  subtitle-below-title    vc_custom_1759914160186\" ><h3 class=\"separator_off\" >Develop a business plan specific to your dental practice<\/h3><\/header>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1759994995542{margin-bottom: 50px !important;}&#8221;]<strong>A solid business plan helps you understand the scope of your project and set realistic goals<\/strong>. To help you, consider:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Your costs<\/strong> (see previous section)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Your positioning<\/strong> (what offer do you want to provide)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Your practice\u2019s goals<\/strong> (how many patients in year one, what revenue)<\/li>\n<li>Conduct a <strong>market analysis<\/strong> (which geographic area you\u2019re in, who your competitors are)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1763380637163{margin-top: 50px !important;margin-bottom: 50px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 25px;\">\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/info.onedoc.ch\/en\/blog\/independent-practice\/business-plan-medical-practice-switzerland\/\">Need help? Learn how to create a business plan for your practice<\/a><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<header class=\"kd-section-title col-lg-12 text-left  subtitle-below-title    vc_custom_1759915294780\" ><h3 class=\"separator_off\" >Financing: finding the right balance<\/h3><\/header>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1759825147188{margin-bottom: 50px !important;}&#8221;]A classic setup combines <strong>equity<\/strong> and <strong>loan\/leasing<\/strong>. The choice of legal form (S\u00e0rl\/SA) also affects taxation and social security. A strong business plan will be your ally to convince potential investors![\/vc_column_text]<header class=\"kd-section-title col-lg-12 text-left  subtitle-below-title    vc_custom_1759914999260\" ><h3 class=\"separator_off\" >Choose the right location for your dental practice<\/h3><\/header>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1759825158154{margin-bottom: 50px !important;}&#8221;]We recommend choosing premises that are <strong>accessible<\/strong> (public transport, parking, accessibility) and <strong>visible<\/strong>. The goal: to make the patient journey easier. If you choose a city practice, rents will likely be higher and competition stronger, but you\u2019ll also reach more nearby patients. A more rural practice lets you serve people outside the city centre while reducing rents and competition.[\/vc_column_text]<header class=\"kd-section-title col-lg-12 text-left  subtitle-below-title    vc_custom_1759822876053\" ><h3 class=\"separator_off\" >Recruit and train qualified staff<\/h3><\/header>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1759822935617{margin-bottom: 50px !important;}&#8221;]A <strong>qualified<\/strong> and welcoming team is essential to your success. Recruit <strong>competent professionals<\/strong> and ensure they receive training tailored to practice protocols, patient care, and emergency measures.[\/vc_column_text]<header class=\"kd-section-title col-lg-12 text-left  subtitle-below-title    vc_custom_1759914102089\" ><h3 class=\"separator_off\" >Increase your dental practice\u2019s visibility<\/h3><\/header>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1763380681426{margin-bottom: 50px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>One of the most useful steps if you want to attract patients! Build a strong presence. To do this, there are various tools you can put in place:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/info.onedoc.ch\/en\/needs\/increase-visibility\/\"><strong>Online directory<\/strong><\/a>, so your patient base can easily find you among all the dental practices in your area.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Clear website<\/strong> (present your team, services, emergencies, indicative fees, <a href=\"https:\/\/info.onedoc.ch\/en\/hub\/widget\/\">widget for online appointments<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/info.onedoc.ch\/en\/blog\/all-specialties\/how-to-create-google-business-profile-for-healthcare-professionals\/\"><strong>Google Business Profile<\/strong><\/a> optimized with professional photos and up-to-date information<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/info.onedoc.ch\/en\/hub\/online-booking\/\">Online appointment booking<\/a>, so your patients can easily book with you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For a successful digital integration, we invite you to <a href=\"https:\/\/info.onedoc.ch\/en\/blog\/dentists\/case-study-online-visibility-dentists\/\">read Dr. Nguyen\u2019s testimonial on the digitalization<\/a> of her dental practice.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1763380689066{margin-top: 50px !important;margin-bottom: 50px !important;}&#8221; el_class=&#8221;popmake-18523&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 25px;\">\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/info.onedoc.ch\/en\/specialty\/dentist\/\">Want to learn more? Discover OneDoc Pro for dentists<\/a><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<header class=\"kd-section-title col-lg-12 text-left  subtitle-below-title    vc_custom_1760086909472\" ><h2 class=\"separator_off\" >In brief: your checklist for opening a dental practice in Switzerland<\/h2><\/header>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1759915326949{margin-bottom: 50px !important;}&#8221;]Use this list as a <strong>common thread<\/strong>, from the idea to your first patient:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Local market study and clinical positioning<\/li>\n<li>Business plan<\/li>\n<li>Premises: lease\/purchase, plans, any permits<\/li>\n<li>Cantonal permits (practice, radiation protection), insurance<\/li>\n<li>Equipment purchase\/leasing + maintenance contract<\/li>\n<li>Software: directories, patient record, imaging, online appointment booking<\/li>\n<li>Recruitment<\/li>\n<li>Visual identity, website, Google Business Profile, reviews<\/li>\n<li>Launch plan: opening offers, partnerships, communication<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">Once this checklist is complete, <strong>you\u2019re ready to launch your dental practice<\/strong>! We wish you every success in this new venture and look forward to discovering your practice.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1763380695569{margin-top: 50px !important;margin-bottom: 50px !important;}&#8221; el_class=&#8221;popmake-18722&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 25px;\">\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"#\">Talk to our experts and discover how OneDoc helps you open your dental practice<\/a><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row gap=&#8221;10&#8243; kd_background_image_position=&#8221;vc_row-bg-position-top&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]Opening a dental practice in Switzerland is an exciting\u2014and [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":13315,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[91],"tags":[388],"class_list":["post-13319","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-dentists","tag-practice-foundation"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.2 (Yoast SEO v27.5) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>The guide for opening your own dental practice<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Opening a dental practice requires careful planning. 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