Online dental consumables supplier

Independent dental practices, small group practices, dental technicians and labs that want a friendly local alternative to the big suppliers.

You buy at trade prices and sell at a margin. Repeat monthly orders from a handful of practices make up most of the income.

• Building relationships with practice managers
• Organised stock and order tracking
• Basic knowledge of dental products
• Negotiating with suppliers

• Many dental products are regulated as medical devices. Check with the TGA whether the items you sell need to be on the ARTG and who the sponsor is
• Check with your local council whether you can store stock and run a business from home
• Public liability and product liability insurance
• Large suppliers can undercut on price, so a niche or better service matters
• Check when you need to register for GST

Startup costs are typically around $3,000 to $15,000, depending on how much stock you hold and your ordering setup. These are estimates only. Using a supplier who ships direct may help limit the stock you need to hold.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $2,000 to $10,000, depending on how many practices you supply and your pricing. Large suppliers can undercut on price, so a niche or better service matters.

Many dental products are regulated as medical devices, so check with the TGA whether your items need to be on the ARTG and who the sponsor is. Also check your council's rules on storing stock at home, insurance, and GST registration.