Running a dental practice in the UK has never been more challenging. Between inflation, supply chain issues, wage pressure, and ever-growing patient expectations, overheads are creeping up — or in some cases, sprinting.

Stay ahead in UK dentistry with BizDentistry’s weekly roundup: This week’s UK dental business news: Bupa’s soaring profits, a £6M training academy, NHS dental contract reforms, workforce burnout, and national data collection for community services. What it all means for UK dentists.

Stay ahead in UK dentistry with BizDentistry’s weekly roundup: key updates on Botox regulation, private patient growth, dental sector consolidation, NHS graduate policies, and infection treatment trends. Practical insights to grow your practice.

Discover Why Starting A Squat Practice Need Not Be As Risky Or Stressful As You Thought. (From A Dentist That Survived The Experience.)

Stay ahead in UK dentistry with BizDentistry’s weekly roundup: key updates on Botox regulation, private patient growth, dental sector consolidation, NHS graduate policies, and infection treatment trends. Practical insights to grow your practice.

If you’re anything like most dentists I’ve coached or worked alongside, you probably think the key to growing your practice is simple: more patients, more treatments, more marketing. But what if I told you that growth, fulfilment, and even a better work–life balance don’t start with more patients at all…They start with better conversations.

Stay ahead in UK dentistry with this week’s business news roundup: earnings under pressure, indemnity risks for DCPs, lab technician shortages, AI-powered training, and global dental tech expansion. Includes a summary table and action plan for practice owners.

By Dr. Bobby Bhandal | Founder, Squat Success Let me take you back a few years… No patients. No premises. No staff. Just a BIG vision, a...

Dentistry isn’t just about clinical skill—it’s about leadership, strategy, and communication. Dr Chetan Mathias, co-owner of two thriving UK practices and a national mentor, blends cutting-edge implant expertise with strong business insight.

This week’s headlines reflect a shifting landscape across dentistry in the UK from record breaking regulatory performance to warnings over immigration reform and oral hygiene awareness. Here’s what’s happening, and what it means for your practice.

Staying informed on the latest developments in dentistry isn’t just good business it’s essential for making sound decisions about your...

After 42 years in dentistry — spanning private practice, forensic science, digital transformation, and entrepreneurial ventures — I’ve come to a realisation: Clinical excellence alone won’t secure your future. Business understanding will.

Dentistry today is not what it was even a decade ago. Modern practices face new pressures, from rising patient expectations to rapid technological change and the increasing complexity of running a business.

By Dr Dan Shaffer, Active Aligners You can have the sharpest hand skills in your clinic. Deliver smile makeovers that stop people in...

Let’s talk about something that’s changing the face of dentistry — literally. For years, dentists have been the unsung experts of facial anatomy. We understand proportion. We work in millimetres. We transform lives through smiles every single day. So, here’s the real question: Why stop at the teeth?

By Elton Lau, Founder Most effective Dentistry in the UK is facing unprecedented challenges. From increased patient demands to systemic...

The level of ambition I see in dental professionals today is impressive. Many practice owners want to grow, invest and improve their patient experience. The challenge is usually not the lack of ideas but understanding how to fund them properly. That is where Medifinance steps in. 1. Start with a clear and realistic plan A written business and financial plan helps set direction. It does not have to be overly complicated but it must be practical. Include expected costs, project

Running a dental practice is about more than delivering excellent patient care. The tools you use, the way your surgery is organised, and the support you receive all shape the efficiency of your day. At Bradgate Dental Equipment, we have been helping UK practices for over 30 years. Our focus is on providing reliable equipment, expert installation, and ongoing service that keeps clinics running smoothly. 1. Equipment longevity saves money Investing in high-quality dental equip

If you ever needed proof that dentistry operates in a different universe, here it is. Per millilitre, the adhesive you place before a simple composite filling can cost more than rocket fuel . It can even rival high grade printer ink, which already has a reputation for being absurdly expensive. That probably will not surprise most UK dentists. Bonding agents are one of the most precious fluids in the surgery, yet the way they are dispensed is often the least controlled. A few

Digital dentistry has moved quickly in recent years. Many practices are now using scanners and digital case submissions, but not everyone is getting consistent results from their lab partnership. Some find turnaround times still vary. Others spend time adjusting restorations chairside or going back and forth with corrections. At Labyrinth, we’ve seen how a well-managed digital process can relieve pressure on clinicians. When the lab understands how the practice operates, and