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3 Jul 2019 • Practice Management

How to handle challenging patients

Zoe Close shares her experience of and thoughts on managing challenging patients in the practice… Dealing with a challenging patient is something almost everyone working in a dental practice will encounter at some point. Having…

1 Jul 2019 • Blog, Practice Management

Five things that can go wrong when buying a dental practice and how to overcome them

Buying a dental practice is a pivotal moment in your professional career but it can be overwhelming as well. Dentists can suffer many pitfalls, both during and immediately after the transaction process, so it’s essential…

26 Jun 2019 • Blog, Practice Management

How to communicate effectively

Connie Hopper asks Dr Barry Oulton for his tips and advice for communicating with your team and your patients…

24 Jun 2019 • Blog, NHS

Weighing up the pros and cons of dental contract reform

When NHS dental contract reform begins being rolled out, practices may well find themselves working under new targets and a new way of being paid. This might sound a little vague and that’s because it…

18 Jun 2019 • Blog, NHS

NHS contract reform – what dentists need to know

‘Knowledge is power’ was one of the key messages for NHS dentists at the latest What Next for NHS Dentistry? event. Panellists, including Eddie Crouch from the BDA, and practice owners involved with the prototype…

17 Jun 2019 • Dental Health

How to deal with bleeding gums and chronic inflammation

If eyes are said to be the window to our soul, then the mouth can be a window to our health. Teeth are the closest we get to seeing the state of our bones, so…

27 May 2019 • Dental Health

Maintaining a healthy smile

With evidence that oral health is linked to general health, it has never been more important to look after your mouth, a healthy smile is also one of the first things people notice about you. This month is National Smile Month…

22 May 2019 • Mental Health, Practice Management

Farzeela Merali-Rupani discusses how to stop a complaint escalating

The threat of complaints/litigation is the biggest source of stress to dentists, according to a recent survey by the BDA. More than 2,000 dentists responded to the survey and 54.9% said they were experiencing high…

20 May 2019 • Practice Management

Five steps to successfully buying your first dental practice

Purchasing a dental practice is an exciting landmark in your professional and personal development. However, anyone thinking of becoming a business owner must undertake considerable research and self-evaluation before turning the idea of buying into…

16 May 2019 • Mental Health

Why I created a mental health group for dentists in crisis

With almost a fifth of dentists saying they feel suicidal and high levels of stress and anxiety across the profession, many are finding solace in a Facebook group. In just two years, the closed Mental…

13 May 2019 • Mental Health

Simple mindfulness exercises to help reduce stress

Mindfulness has become a popular way for many people to de-stress, reduce anxiety and de-clutter the mind. It is a form of meditation that helps people to ‘live in the present moment in an enjoyable…

8 May 2019 • Blog, NHS

Eddie Crouch talks about what lies ahead for NHS dentists

Nigel Jones speaks to Eddie Crouch, Vice Chairman of the BDA, ahead of his appearance on a panel discussion at the British Dental Conference and Dentistry Show… Next year could see a lot of change…

7 May 2019 • Marketing and Design

How to tell if your practice needs a rebrand

Laura explains some of the key signs to watch out for as ‘red flags’ that illustrate your practice brand might be in need of a refresh and the potential impact of not updating your brand…

6 May 2019 • Marketing and Design

Creating the perfect membership toolkit

It’s really important to have up-to-date membership plan promotional literature on display in your practice. Without current membership literature, you could be losing a steady stream of new joiners as people are left confused by…

25 Apr 2019 • Blog, NHS

Dentists – raise your voices

There are often calls within the profession for there to be more unity and collective action in order to achieve the change many are desperate to see. Completing surveys that shine a spotlight on the…

22 Apr 2019 • Practice Management

Banking on good service?

Whether you have recently purchased a dental practice, or are shopping around for a better deal, choosing the right financial provider to fulfil your requirements can play a vital part in your business’s success. With…

19 Apr 2019 • Dental Health

What to look for when choosing the right dental practice for your child

Choosing a dental practice for yourself can be a difficult task, but this is even more so when it comes to selecting a practice for your child. It’s important to pick the right dentist and…

18 Apr 2019 • Blog, NHS

VWV Healthcare Lawyer Mark Jarvis discusses the risks of losing a child-only NHS contract

There is a perception among some of the profession that NHS dental practices with a child-only contract are becoming a rarity that are increasingly under threat. Those that have such contracts are often aware of…