British Dental Association sets out plan to tackle racism and discrimination

The British Dental Association (BDA) has set out its commitment to tackle racism and discrimination at all levels in dentistry, following international outcry initiated by the death of George Floyd in...

Fail to plan – dentistry and liquidity

Frank Taylor & Associates’ Chris Strevens discusses the importance of skilful cash management. The return to a ‘new normal’ is likely to be a longer and more gradual journey for most businesses than...

‘COVID-19 has brought the acceptance of virtual smile consultations forward by five years’

There have been very few upsides to this current pandemic but, as dental practices begin to reopen, it’s heartening to know there have been a few golden nuggets unearthed in among the mountain of...

PPE anxiety, discontent with regulators, pay disputes and bullying – help is at hand for dentists in a crisis

Dentist Lauren Harrhy has been working in dentistry for almost 10 years and runs her own dental practice in Newport.

Optimising finances

Luke Moore discusses what practices can do to prepare themselves for the Covid-19 comeback.

Wanting out? Wanting in?

Andy Acton discusses the steps and preparation needed to ensure an accurate valuation can be derived.

Redundancy and considering the alternatives

Stuart Craig discusses the options available to practices looking at managing their workforce during this difficult period.

Sale and leasebacks: sacrifice or a saviour?

James Polo-Richards explores what the concept could mean for dental practices.

Making use of the pause

Catherine Rutland reflects on the opportunity provided by the unique circumstances of the past few months.

Lockdown learning

Louis Mackenzie looks back at the success of Dental Update’s recent webinar programmes.

EU disinfectant standards

Tim Sandle considers what they mean in practice.

Royally important tasks

A look into the infection prevention and control procedures necessary for practices when they reopen.