Nearly every new orthodontist wants to eventually own or co-own a practice during his or her career. This leads to the question, is it better to start my own practice from scratch or purchase an existing practice? Doug Copple of Bentson Clark & Copple, LLC advises on the pros and cons of both practice situations and weighs the overall financial rewards. Learn the factors to consider in both practice situations in determining what opportunity is best for your personal situation. A cash flow for both existing and start-up practices will be examined to understand the long-term financial compensation.