For private practitioners, dentistry is a gentle balancing act between providing safe and quality oral healthcare, and running a business based on other people’s wellbeing, including their own and that of their staff. A business is always a business, and healthcare is always healthcare, which means it’s crucial that patients understand the investment that goes on behind the scenes of a private dental practice when questioning why a dental appointment is so expensive.
In a world that’s so used to moving fast, it is becoming increasingly important to know when and where to slow down. And dentistry just so happens to be one of those areas – thanks to the global phenomenon Slow Dentistry that has gained popularity in over 50 countries worldwide. I know what you’re thinking: why would patients want to spend any longer than they already have to at their dentist? Let’s discuss why.
Did you know poor oral health could be linked to Alzheimer’s disease? Studies increasingly show a strong connection between oral conditions – like gum disease (periodontitis) – and neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s.
As the dental field continues to evolve, the insights and perspectives of emerging professionals are more valuable than ever. Driven by curiosity, enthusiasm and a passion for innovation, young dental practitioners bring a fresh perspective that helps to shape the future of dental care.
The DentalPro Best Dentist Awards aim to recognise the excellent work of Portuguese dentists with 22 awards. White Clinic won the award in the “Innovation” and “Management” categories.
I’m excited to share that I’ll be speaking at the Yankee Study Club Fall 2024, and I’d love for you to join me for Session 1 on September 4th, where I’ll be leading the webinar “Advanced Treatment Planning for Integrative Dental Health”.
I’m thrilled to announce that I’ll be a special guest speaker at the upcoming FDI Young Dentist Forum, taking place during the 2024 World Dental Congress in Istanbul. This event is a fantastic opportunity for young dentists and dental students to engage in discussions on some of the hottest topics in dentistry and explore new professional development opportunities.
Running a clinic is not easy. Much has changed, and now clinics need to offer great service and customer care beyond good dentistry.
The Tufts University School of Dental Medicine will be the stage of the 2nd Global Symposium on Implant Dentistry in Boston, USA, between October 26th and 27th, and I’m thrilled to be one of the keynote speakers, alongside an amazing panel of world-renowned colleagues.
Dr. Miguel Stanley is the founder and clinical director of the White Clinic in Lisbon, Portugal. His patients travel to him from around the world; among his clients are famous athletes and celebrities. “I’m an old school dentist doing advanced integrative dentistry,” he said.
In recent years, the medical community has made significant strides in understanding the intricate connections between oral health and overall systemic health. However, as we delve deeper into this crucial relationship, it’s becoming increasingly clear that we’ve only scratched the surface.
I was recently invited to participate in the FDI Dental Check-up podcast, hosted by Kelly Hoey and alongside dental student, Sanika Shorey, where the spotlight is focused on all things dentistry and health, where oral healthcare is discussed openly and passionately.
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