Private Dentistry

One in five UK dentists provide no NHS care

A fifth of UK-registered dentists said they only deliver private care with no NHS activity, the General Dental Council (GDC)…

Dentistry

CMA calls for dentist input to private dentistry inquiry

A review of the private dentistry sector has been launched by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) to ‘make sure…

Breaking news

Dentistry at 30: confident, complex and at another crossroads

To mark 30 years of Dentistry, we explore how the profession has transformed – and where it heads next. It’s…

AI & technology

Private dentistry inquiry: is the profession being scapegoated?

Politicians, press and the public will always look for a villain – Rasnaam Tiwana asks if the CMA inquiry into…

Dentistry

Proposed CMA inquiry into private dentistry – could there be a silver lining?

Nigel Jones chats with Simon Thackeray about the chancellor’s request for the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) to investigate private…

NHS to Private

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,…

Patient management

How to find the right lawyer as a dental professional

Adam Bernstein explains what to look for in a lawyer when the time comes for the practice to need legal…

Business

Is private dentistry a safe haven in stormy conditions?

Nigel Jones considers why private dentistry is growing in appeal following the release of recent practice valuation reports. There have…

NHS to Private

Government orders investigation into costs and practices of private dentistry

Chancellor Rachel Reeves ordered a market study into private dentistry this week amidst concerns of ‘hidden costs’, reports suggest. The…

Dentistry

How your dental practice will change when you convert from NHS to private practice

Transitioning from NHS to private comes with different expectations – Donna Hall explains how your practice should change once you…

NHS to Private

How to create a high-value patient experience in private dentistry

Private dentistry inevitably comes with a higher price tag than NHS treatment – Chris Nicholson explains how to ensure your…

Dentistry

How holistic wellness is redefining success in dentistry

Championing a vision of holistic dentistry that goes beyond fixing teeth, James Goolnik explains how his commitment to challenging norms…

Dentistry

How I rediscovered joy in my dental career

Tearing up the traditional rulebook, Andrea Ogden is inspiring dentists to craft careers that align with their passion, purpose –…

Dentistry

NHS to private dentistry – you can choose the pace

Moving completely away from the NHS is not the only way to shift towards private practice – we hear why.…

NHS to Private

How to transform your dental life from busy to balanced

Rana Al-Falaki explores how mastering productivity can help dentists break free from constant busyness and build a more balanced life.…

Dentistry

How I took my dental brand into Harrods

Zayba Sheikh, CEO of Ruh Dental, shares what it took to launch a dental clinic inside the world-renowned department store…

Dentistry

Why being a treatment coordinator is more than just a scan

Leanna Best details how a skilled treatment coordinator can elevate patient understanding to build business growth. Effective communication builds trust,…

Dentistry

How I stay ahead of the curve as a practice owner

Well-prepared for success: Arnold Gangaidzo explains how small, consistent, well-considered moves allow him to stay ahead of the curve. Arnold…

Dentistry

Private Dentistry Awards 2025: everything you need to know

The esteemed Private Dentistry Awards are back for 2025 – here’s everything you need to know to take part in…

Dentistry