Smile Escapes

Is emotional resilience the secret weapon for success in dentistry?

Bashar Al-Naher explores how psychological empowerment and resilience help dentists thrive – personally and professionally. Running a dental practice is incredibly rewarding yet undeniably stressful. The challenges – from patient care and financial management to leading a team and maintaining a personal life – can feel overwhelming on occasion. However, with the right mindset, strategies… 

The use of AI in oral sciences: “More research does not necessarily mean greater impact on society”

MUNICH, Germany: As the use of artificial intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly established in dentistry, questions have arisen regarding the justification for its integration into certain disciplines. In a recent research article, researchers discuss how generative AI can assist in generating, analysing, summarising and contextualising data in oral health sciences, thereby enhancing research efficiency and saving […]

Going private? It’s time to review your partnership agreement

Graham Hutton highlights the importance of an up-to-date partnership agreement when transitioning from NHS to private or mixed dental practice. For many dentists, the move from NHS to private practice is a significant professional milestone. It can bring greater autonomy and more control over your working life, but with that freedom comes new responsibilities –… 

Putting mouthwash myths to bed

Iain Chapple and Elena Figuero take a deep dive into the evidence supporting the use of adjunctive chemical agents such as mouthwash. When we talk about chemical biofilm control, there are two main ways of application: either local application, such as subgingival delivery into the periodontal pocket (a professional treatment), or topical application, such as… 

Operational efficiency: the biggest mistakes your practice is making

Rasnaam Tiwana explains how dental practices can achieve peak operational efficiency, starting with simplifying payments, systems and tools. Clinically, dentistry has evolved. Scanners, AI tools, digital workflows – these are now standard in modern practices. But operationally? A lot of practices are still running like it’s 2005. I’ve seen it across practices of every shape…