Are Your Thinking Patterns Hindering Your Dental Career?

If you are reading this, it is because you are a dentist looking to improve your clinical expertise and / or develop your dental practice.   I firmly believe that your success is dependent on the developing the right habits, using them so they become second nature. The way we think becomes habitual, you could…

Are Poorly Managed Emergencies Impacting Your Team’s Stress Levels?

In a dental practice, few things can send stress levels soaring for all the team as rapidly as poorly booked emergency appointments. Picture this scenario: a jam-packed schedule, then suddenly, ping,  a 15-minute appointment is double booked for an emergency appointment , with no information about why the patient needs to be seen  It’s a…

What Should Dentists Ask Themselves when choosing a Dental Coach?

Dentistry is a tough job and to keep yourself mentally and physically healthy you probably exercise on a regular basis. like many of us, you may find the motivation to go to the gym hard, especially when you are exhausted at the end of the day. how can you be certain that you are doing…

Dental Practice Values and the NEW CQC single assessment framework

Are you familiar with the new CQC, single assessment framework? The CQC is introducing a new way of assessing health care providers and is implementing the new single assessment framework. https://www.cqc.org.uk/news/our-new-single-assessment-framework As I read the documentation this morning, I was struck by how focused CQC are becoming on the culture and values of your practice.…

Live your life, not someone else’s.

Live your life, not someone else’s. As I swim my 64  lengths, I could choose to focus on the other swimmers, some who are faster, some slower than me, some do intensive short bursts others long endurance. All the while I look at others, comparing myself, there is a voice that constantly tells me how…

Civility, a moral duty, or a competitive advantage for your dental practice?

Civility, a moral duty, or a competitive advantage for your dental practice? In the world of dentistry, where patient care and teamwork are paramount, the atmosphere within a dental practice can significantly influence not only the patients but also the entire team. Incivility and civility, or the lack thereof, play crucial roles in shaping the…

Navigating the Learning Zones of Dental Practice Success

In the dynamic world of dental practice, success hinges on a foundation built upon four essential principles. Being self-aware, raise standards, communicate well, action and accountability. At the Institute of Dental Business, Jane understands the significance of these principles in helping associate dentists and dental practice owners thrive. Let’s delve into these principles and explore…

Why Having a Coach is Like Having a Personal Trainer

Have you ever been at that point in your life where you feel frustrated that your health and body is not what you want it to be. You know you should go to the gym or do some exercise, yet it doesn’t happen. Have you discovered that the way to make the changes, to stay…

The Missing Piece in Dental Education

Unlocking the Power of Patient-Centred Dentistry: The Missing Piece in Dental Education Are you a dentist who feels that something crucial was left out of your dental school curriculum? You’re not alone. Most dentists graduate with clinical skills but find themselves lacking the knowledge and tools to effectively connect with and communicate with their patients.…

Ways to improve Dental Team Cohesion and Patient Relationships

Enhance Team Cohesion and Patient Relationships through unlocking the Power of Thinking Patterns In the world of dentistry, dental excellence isn’t just about clinical skills, digital tools, and qualifications, it’s about fostering strong trust-based connections that create a strong team and building long term meaningful relationships with your patients. Have you ever stopped to think…