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 profitability. I recently caught up with Amber Aplin, the owner of The Gentle Touch, Kelso, after she had spent a number of months flipping her practice to a dental therapy-led model. Of course, I was hugely…
From scan to smile: Enhancing patient care through digital innovation
Dr Verena Freier, an internationally respected dental practitioner from Bad Soden in Germany, has long been committed to advancing her clinical practice through continuing education and the integration of digital technologies. Speaking with Dental Tribune International during the 2025 International Dental Show, which took place in March in Cologne in Germany, she shared her experience […]
Are my NHS pension contributions worth investing elsewhere?
Scott Wilson weighs up the benefits of the NHS pension and whether your pension contributions would be better invested elsewhere. Before we dive in, let’s address a common misconception – one that many people understandably struggle with, given the complexity of the NHS pension scheme. As strange as it may seem, when you pay into…
Overcoming your public speaking fears: a guide for dental professionals
Manrina Rhode explores how dental professionals can overcome public speaking fears, offering practical tips to help you communicate with confidence. With extensive experience as a conference speaker and director of prestigious dental networks, Dr Manrina Rhode understands the challenges of public speaking. Despite her accomplished background, she recognises the nerves and self-doubt that can hold…
How to prepare for ‘making tax digital’
Reducing the tax gap: Adam Bernstein explores ‘making tax digital for income tax’, and how to get ready for the changes. The difference between how much tax should be paid and how much is actually collected is called the ‘tax gap’. A 2024 HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) report estimated it at almost £40 billion.…
Regenerate, don’t restore: how to adopt the next-gen caries treatment with peptides and saliva insight
Join Victoria Sampson on Wednesday 28 May at 7pm as she discusses how to adopt the next-gen caries treatment with peptides and saliva insight. This webinar will discuss the clinical indications and applications of biomimetic regenerative peptide technology in early caries management. Victoria will explain the components of saliva and their role in protecting patients…
People, process, progress: scaling dental practices with smart ops and talent
Join Chris Barrow, Sandeep Kumar and Krupal Shah on Tuesday 27 May at 7pm for a powerful session focused on what truly fuels a growing dental practice: great people and great systems. This webinar will explore how to streamline your daily operations, recruit and retain top talent, and develop a team culture that drives performance…
Dental nurse suspended for posting patients online – what can we learn from this?
Professionalism, privacy, and the perils of posting: Biju Krishnan shares some lessons from a GDC fitness to practise case in which a dental nurse was suspended for her online activity. The recent GDC decision to impose an indefinite suspension on a dental nurse serves as a stark reminder of the serious consequences that can arise…
Opt for a trustworthy ceramic and metal primer
HATTERSHEIM AM MAIN, Germany: Contrary to the uniformity suggested by the name, ceramic primers vary widely in composition and efficacy. Most common primers include silane, but silane alone is insufficient for pretreating all materials commonly used in indirect restorations prior to bonding.
HKU researchers launch world’s first AI-based oral oncology clinic
HONG KONG: Oral cancer remains a significant global health concern, highlighting the urgent need to strengthen prevention efforts and promote early detection. In response, researchers from the University of Hong Kong (HKU), in collaboration with the Prince Philip Dental Hospital, have launched the world’s first dedicated artificial intelligence (AI) clinic for patients with potentially malignant […]