How to choose and use an accountant
An accountant is an essential adviser for any business. Adam Bernstein offers nine tips to help you choose the right person for maximum value. Selecting an accountant can appear a daunting task, but if you choose correctly, they can become an asset to your practice. Not only because they can handle your financial and operational…
Dentists ‘need to improve their knowledge of pregnant women’, experts say
Visits to a dentist for problems during pregnancy was linked with reduced odds of conditions such as gestational diabetes – prompting calls for better integration of oral care education in maternity services. A new study, published in the Journal of the American Dental Association, found that pregnant women who received preventive oral health care or…
Workplace bullying in dentistry: ‘I’m being targeted by senior staff – but I’m scared to report it’
Sarah McKimm tackles the problem of workplace bullying, and reveals the steps she would take towards reclaiming control and resolution. The scenario I’ve been working at my dental practice as a hygienist for six months and I’ve been experiencing workplace bullying from a more senior colleague. It’s been going on for some time, and I…
The power of precision
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Osstem World Meeting 2025 set to take place in Vietnam
SEOUL, South Korea: On 18 and 19 April, Osstem Implant is hosting the 2025 Osstem World Meeting at the Ariyana Convention Centre in the coastal city of Da Nang in Vietnam. The global dental symposium will welcome approximately 1,400 dental professionals from over 50 countries to participate in hands-on courses and special lectures and to […]
Man forced to drive 1,000 miles for NHS dental care
A man from Cornwall reportedly drove for more than 10 hours for an NHS dental appointment in Scotland after searching nearby for years. According to news reports, taxi driver Mark Formosa was unable to find an appointment anywhere near his home in Newquay, Cornwall. He said he cannot get an NHS dental appointment ‘for love…
From prevention to policy: the power of dental hygienists and therapists
Rachael England explores why dental hygienists and therapists are vital in improving global oral health and advancing preventative care. For many years, oral diseases have been neglected in the global public health agenda. Oral diseases can include dental caries, periodontitis, oral cancer, edentulism, tooth surface loss and noma. This has led to the prevalence of…
IDS 2025 achieves strong growth and international reach
COLOGNE, Germany: Over five days, this year’s International Dental Show (IDS), which concluded on 29 March, welcomed more than 135,000 visitors from 156 countries to its Cologne expo centre—an increase of more than 15% in visitor numbers compared with the previous edition. The event was marked by substantial growth and a high level of international […]
The art of growing small and winning big – Kalon Dental’s squat success
Kiran Shah shares his journey to opening successful squat practice Kalon Dental in Tunbridge Wells and the tools that helped along the way. Why I chose Tunbridge Wells In 2011, I moved to Tunbridge Wells for what I thought would be a temporary position before returning to London. But I quickly grew to appreciate the…
Why protection matters when moving to private practice
Wesleyan Financial Services explains why insurance, income protection and critical illness cover are crucial when transitioning from NHS to private dentistry. Transitioning from NHS to private practice is exciting, but it comes with new responsibilities and risks. While the potential rewards of private practice are clear — greater autonomy, increased income potential, and the freedom…