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I need time off dentistry but I don’t know how to ask for it
When burnout hits, asking for time off can seem daunting – Sarah McKimm shares why speaking up matters and how…
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Therapy-led and thriving: a case study in smart practice evolution
Cat Edney shares how dental practice The Gentle Touch’s switch to a therapist-led model transformed its workflow, patient care and…
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What will a dental laboratory look like in 2030?
The future lab: Ashley Byrne discusses what he believes lies ahead for dental labs in 2030 and how they will…
AI & technology
Mastering time management in dentistry
Anushika Brogan shares why effective time management is crucial in dentistry and her top tips for mastering it. Effective time…
Business
Does the term ‘dentistry’ need a rethink?
Whoever would have guessed that a debate on gender identity would have such resonance for dentistry? Kevin Lewis uncovers some…
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Is full automation a dream or a threat?
This shift to automation in dental labs is inevitable, says Ashley Byrne. But does it threaten the future of dental…
AI & technology
Is the dental profession biased towards water fluoridation?
Neel Kothari considers whether the dental profession might be over-exaggerating the benefits of water fluoridation and downplaying its risks. There…
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How to evaluate risk when selling your dental practice
Ads Thanki outlines the potential risk factors in practice valuation and how to maximise practice value before you exit. Selling…
Business
Buy and build versus squat practice
Kunal Thakker weighs up and pros and cons of buying and building an existing practice versus opening a squat practice.…
Business
How crucial is semantics in regulation?
Cat Edney explores how unclear regulatory language and semantic ambiguity are impacting dental therapists – especially around scope of practice…
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Kevin Lewis: In search of answers
In a world of misinformation and disinformation, it’s difficult to know who or what to believe, says Kevin Lewis. Don’t…
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Exploring gum fillers: what dentists need to know
Manrina Rhode shares everything you need to know about gum fillers, from what the treatment involves to how long it…
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US dentistry: a new world of possibilities
Alan Clarke discusses his connection with US dentistry and what the Stateside Sessions series aims to bring UK dentists. Let’s…
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Redefining work-life balance in dentistry
Lucie Simic discusses what work-life balance in dentistry really means and why it’s important for practices to prioritise a healthy…
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What labs wish dentists knew about digital dentistry
In an effort to bridge the knowledge gap between labs and dentists, Ashley Byrne shares what labs wish every dentist…
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Why the NHS never seems to get the message about dentistry
Prevention and oral health promotion should be a first priority, but have always been an afterthought in NHS thinking –…
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What is the ROI from dental SEO?
Organic search versus paid advertising: Shaz Memon explores whether organic traffic via Google is the best way to attract the…
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Is there gender bias in dentistry?
‘Creating an inclusive environment is crucial’: Anushika Brogan sheds light on how gender bias exists in dentistry and the need…
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The influence of mentorship on professional growth
Cat Edney explores how mentorship shapes dental therapists’ growth, sharing insights from two professionals with diverse experiences. The journey of…
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