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Six ways to use psychology to improve oral health compliance
Syeda Amera Hussaini explores the psychology behind clean teeth and how an understanding of this can improve patients’ oral health…
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Experts to design quieter dental drills to reduce dental anxiety
Experts are designing a dental drill that minimises noise without compromising efficiency as research shows its a key source of…
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How to take the fear out of oral surgery
Kaila Girvan rethinks the patient experience in private practice to prevent and address fear surrounding oral surgery. Let’s face it,…
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Small but mighty: how a single investment can boost patient loyalty
Nearly three years after launching Bourne Dental at SOBO, Ismail Qazi reflects on how his innovative approach to patient care…
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How to attract new patients to your squat practice
What makes patients choose your practice over a competitor’s? Kunal Thakker shares his roadmap for attracting new patients as a…
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Are SMS messages the right solution to appointment no-shows?
Weighing up the high cost of SMS reminders with lost practice time is a tricky balance – Adrian Dray at…
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How to convert tooth whitening into a high value treatment
Alif Moosajee explains why a high value whitening protocol can enhance the patient journey and provide benefits for the dental…
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Supercharge your patient communication!
Join Jaz Gulati on 24 November at 7pm as he explains how loupe-mounted cameras can supercharge your patient communications. This…
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Words that wow: using communication to shape the patient journey
Success in a healthcare setting relies on effective communication – Gareth Edwards and Zak Kara explain how they use language…
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‘Terrifying but unsurprising’: the implications of illegal whitening
Ben Atkins explains what recently exposed illegal tooth whitening practices mean for dentistry, and how the profession and industry can…
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‘Shaky and surreal’: coping with cardiac arrest in the dental practice
Lydia Austin explains how she managed a patient’s cardiac arrest in her practice and shares her advice for navigating severe…
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What do dental professionals wish their patients knew about dental anxiety?
Bupa Dental Care shares the results of its survey into dental anxiety and how dental professionals help their patients through…
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From check-up to cosmetic consultation: mastering the transition
Manrina Rhode explains how to seamlessly move from a standard dental health check to discussing cosmetic treatments without running out…
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What is the role of dental nurses in anxiety management?
Amelia Hodgson considers what dental nurses, alongside the wider practice team, can do to help nurture a positive experience for…
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Feelings of shame a ‘potent treatment barrier’ for dental patients
New research has shed light on the ‘self-reinforcing shame spiral’ that causes patients to avoid seeking dental treatment. The study…
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Young people who experience divorce or abuse more likely to have dental fear
Young people who have experienced bullying, divorce, violence or abuse are significantly more likely to be anxious to visit the…
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Safeguarding adults, children, and young people at risk – CQC dental mythbuster 29 update
Join Pat Langley on 7 October at 7pm as she discusses recently updated guidance on safeguarding adults, children and young…
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Orthodontic open days: converting visitors into patients
Open days are a great way to attract orthodontic patients – David Nelkin shares a systematic approach with eight simple…
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How can clinical hypnotherapy be used in dentistry?
Munir Ravalia discusses clinical hypnotherapy – what it is, how it works and its practical applications in dental settings. Dental…
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