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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…
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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.…
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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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Why learning is key to a healthier, happier mind – at any age
This National Careers Week, Rex Fan shares why keeping your brain engaged through learning is one of the best things…
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Top tips for opening the perfect squat practice
From tips for recruitment to making mistakes, Kunal Thakker shares his top tips for opening a squat practice. Today, I’m…
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Gum contouring – everything you need to know
Manrina Rhode explores different gum contouring techniques, when to use them and why the treatment is sometimes associated with ego.…
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I’m a new dental graduate – and I’m worried I’m a bad dentist
Sarah McKimm considers a case of imposter syndrome and how newly-qualified dental professionals can reframe their anxieties into positivity. The…
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Never underestimate what a support team can do for your lab
Ashley Byrne shares why investing in a support team is not just beneficial for your lab, but essential for the…
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Why your gums matter for your overall health
Caitlin Miller, head of hygiene and therapy at Bupa Dental Care, discusses why you should engage patients in gum health…
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