Dr. Michael Njo

Dental Practice Transition Expert

With over 30 years in clinical dentistry, Dr. Njo personally guides every practice transition with the expertise of a practicing dentist, the perspective of a published author, and the trust built through decades of leadership across the dental community.

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Dr. Michael Njo - Dental Practice Transition Expert

Speaking & Authorship

A public body of work built around education, clarity, and trust.

Dr. Njo's authority is grounded in practical education. He speaks with dentists and residents about contracts, ownership, transitions, and long-term practice planning, and he has translated that experience into published resources that make complex decisions easier to understand.

These materials and moments show a consistent pattern: he teaches from lived experience, communicates clearly, and helps dentists make high-stakes career decisions with more confidence.

Published author

Wrote the Dental Practice Transitions Handbook.

Frequent educator

Speaks with residents, students, and doctors about ownership decisions.

Trusted voice

Recognized publicly for pairing clinical credibility with practical guidance.

Full cover spread of Dental Practice Transitions Handbook by Michael A. Njo, DDS

Coming soon announcement for the expanded second edition of Dental Practice Transitions Handbook by Michael A. Njo, DDS, with a foreword by Dr. Glenn Vo

Dental Lifestyles Magazine feature 'Beyond Brokerage: Dr. Michael Njo's Whole-Person Approach to Dental Practice Transitions' by Dr. Glenn Vo

Dr. Michael Njo with Dean Nadershahi and Interim Dean Chavez beneath the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry banner

Dr. Michael Njo speaking at the podium during the Dugoni Business Club Symposium, with the 2023 symposium schedule projected behind him

Dr. Michael Njo, DDS presenting to General Practice Residency residents holding copies of Dental Practice Transitions Handbook

Dr. Michael Njo presenting Mastering Your Dental Transition to dentists seated around a boardroom table at the July 2026 San Francisco seminar

Dr. Michael Njo autographing Dental Practice Transitions Handbook at the Los Angeles Panel of Experts dinner

The Practice Blueprint recap collage from the August 2026 Roseville dinner, including a dinner-table group photo and a five-person portrait

Backstage Retreat 2026 book signing in Orlando on July 30, 2026, with contributing authors holding copies of The Dental Exit Blueprint

Backstage Mastermind quote graphic featuring Dr. Michael Njo and a testimonial about handling the business details of a dental practice

View the Handbook Second edition (coming soon)Listen to the podcast interview

Leadership & Community

Dr. Njo's work reaches beyond a single transaction. He teaches, mentors, collaborates, and stays active in the relationships that shape the profession.

Candid office photo of Dr. Michael Njo with an AI startup founder and board of directors, including Nader Nadershahi, former Dean of the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry

Dr. Michael Njo with a large group of dental professionals gathered at a leadership retreat

Dr. Michael Njo participating in a boardroom-style meeting with dental leaders seated around a conference table

Dr. Michael Njo standing with two colleagues in front of a Mayflower sign

Dr. Michael Njo standing with Dr. Allen Budenz, who is wearing a tuxedo and medallion, at a formal event

Dr. Michael Njo with Pacific Dugoni alumni colleagues and classmates in formal attire gathered around a table at an Alumni Association evening

Dr. Michael Njo standing with three Dugoni Business Club student members inside the Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry

Dr. Michael Njo at a long restaurant table with Dugoni Business Club members during an alumni evening

Dr. Michael Njo with a large group of Dugoni Business Club members at a celebration lunch

Dr. Michael Njo seated at a clubhouse table with four Dugoni Business Club leaders after a round of golf

Dr. Michael Njo with two industry sponsor representatives at the Dugoni Business Club Symposium vendor fair

Dr. Michael Njo with fellow Backstage Mastermind members in matching Launch Pod shirts at the Dallas retreat

Relationships Built Over Time

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