VA or MD for practicing dentistry?

[griller]

What state do you think is better to practice in? Maryland or Virginia?
Some issues im comparing are: Opportunities to expand, patient pool, taxes, benefits for dentists, differences in tax write-offs, etc. any opinions would be greatly appreciated.

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[griller]

wow, i get no love in this forum.

no one has anything about any state?

 

[butch1]

Ive practiced in Virginia 15 years. The reason you arent getting replys is that there are practically NO differences business wise between MD and VA. From a business perspective really the only differences between states is whether or not a state charges state income tax and for those few states that dont, it's usually recaptured elsewhere. I think the bottom line for practice locale is where do you want to live. It's mainly a lifestyle issue. One must also study the supply of dentists in a given area when deciding to locate, especially if a "cold start up" is anticipated.