featured Archives - Bite Magazine https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/tag/featured/ Independent dental news, views and reviews Sun, 21 Sep 2025 23:36:46 +0000 en-AU hourly 1 On top of the world https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/on-top-of-the-world/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/on-top-of-the-world/#respond Sun, 21 Sep 2025 23:36:21 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=41274 Dr Stephen Liew and Samantha Cheetham, two Australians currently in key global leadership roles, admit they don’t want to waste a moment of this opportunity. By John Burfitt History was made in September 2024 when two prominent Australians were appointed to important global dental leadership roles. Dr Stephen Liew was elected as speaker and chair […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/on-top-of-the-world/feed/ 0 Paving the way for a dental benefits scheme for older Australians https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/paving-the-way-for-a-dental-benefits-scheme-for-older-australians/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/paving-the-way-for-a-dental-benefits-scheme-for-older-australians/#respond Sun, 21 Sep 2025 23:35:48 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=41267 There’s consensus on the urgent need for a dental benefits scheme for older Australians, and now a recent pilot project is offering real hope that a viable solution is closer than ever. By Tracey Porter. To aid its push for a government-funded oral health scheme for seniors, the Australian Dental Association (ADA) was recently involved in […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/paving-the-way-for-a-dental-benefits-scheme-for-older-australians/feed/ 0 What does a dentist need to do to get ready for practice growth? https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/what-does-a-dentist-need-to-do-to-get-ready-for-practice-growth/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/what-does-a-dentist-need-to-do-to-get-ready-for-practice-growth/#respond Mon, 15 Sep 2025 00:23:03 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=41278 What does a dentist need to do to get ready for practice growth? The experts agree it’s all a matter of timing and taking care of the details. By Josh Jennings Taking on more staff, more chairs, and even more dental practices sounds like a lucrative business move. In theory. In practice, however, there’s a […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/what-does-a-dentist-need-to-do-to-get-ready-for-practice-growth/feed/ 0 Gentle dentistry https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/gentle-dentistry/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/gentle-dentistry/#respond Mon, 01 Sep 2025 00:02:31 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=41270 Dr Henriette Macri-Etienne firmly believes that the gentle dentistry approach and outstanding clinical results go hand in hand. By Frank Leggett Dr Henriette Macri-Etienne is a firm believer and advocate for gentle dentistry. At her practice, Integrated Dental Canberra, she offers a holistic approach that maximises patients’ chances of a calm experience while benefiting from […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/gentle-dentistry/feed/ 0 Sweet tooth https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/sweet-tooth/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/sweet-tooth/#respond Tue, 26 Aug 2025 22:53:38 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=41264 Running a Lebanese sweets business allows Leanne Zoghbi, an oral health therapist at Diamond Smiles Dental in Carramar, WA, to share her cultural heritage. “When I was 17 and had just finished high school, I had a passion for my Lebanese culture and Mum had a passion for cooking. Mum made a tray of baclava […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/sweet-tooth/feed/ 0 Dental business directory listings https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/dental-business-directory-listings/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/dental-business-directory-listings/#respond Tue, 26 Aug 2025 01:09:16 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=41166 With search engines adding automatic directory listings for health practitioners, some dentists may unknowingly be breaching industry advertising rules. Here’s what you need to know. By Lynne Testoni The internet can be a confusing, constantly evolving space. With algorithms regularly changing, continual software updates, and the growing use of AI in many business settings, it […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/dental-business-directory-listings/feed/ 0 Side by side https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/side-by-side/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/side-by-side/#respond Mon, 25 Aug 2025 00:09:11 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=41158 A shared passion for everything dental saw two friends start a consultancy business that helps practices thrive. By Frank Leggett Julie Parker and Ameena Basile run Dental Business Mastery, one of Australia’s leading dental business coaching and training companies. They share similar backgrounds, starting their careers as dental assistants, then moving on to become receptionists […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/side-by-side/feed/ 0 The new Oral Health Association of Australia  https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/the-new-oral-health-association-of-australia/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/the-new-oral-health-association-of-australia/#respond Sun, 17 Aug 2025 23:24:31 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=41128 The launch of the new Oral Health Association of Australia could be good news for many practitioners who have previously felt unheard—and unappreciated. By Stephen Downie As any practitioner will advise, you ignore your oral health at your peril. Just ask Nathan Clarke, the new CEO of the equally new Oral Health Association of Australia. […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/the-new-oral-health-association-of-australia/feed/ 0 Hearing loss in the dental profession https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/hearing-loss-in-the-dental-profession/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/hearing-loss-in-the-dental-profession/#respond Sun, 10 Aug 2025 23:32:36 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=41169 Among dental professionals, hearing loss has been identified as a common condition that needs to be addressed early. By Kerryn Ramsey It is an unfortunate fact that dental professionals are at risk of damaged hearing. A 2023 study from Oxford University found that approximately 82 per cent of dentists and oral health specialists suffer from […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/hearing-loss-in-the-dental-profession/feed/ 0 Dr Haylea Blundell: Landing on her feet https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/dr-haylea-blundell-landing-on-her-feet/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/dr-haylea-blundell-landing-on-her-feet/#respond Sun, 03 Aug 2025 23:54:40 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=41161 Former champion athlete turned acclaimed orthodontist Dr Haylea Blundell says her curiosity and quest for learning led her onto the right career path in dentistry. By John Burfitt Dr Haylea Blundell has scooped the pool in recent years in orthodontics, earning a wide range of international awards and citations for her innovative approach to methodology […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/dr-haylea-blundell-landing-on-her-feet/feed/ 0 Creature comfort https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/creature-comfort/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/creature-comfort/#respond Tue, 29 Jul 2025 23:34:37 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=41131 Dental hygienist Rachelle Johnson of Coastal Glo in Ulverstone, TAS, wants to give every patient a positive experience—and a furry little sidekick is helping her make this happen. “Some people bring notebooks to work. I bring Col, my certified therapy dog and trusted teammate. Col, my six-year-old Maltese Shih tzu, is Coastal Glo’s most enthusiastic […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/creature-comfort/feed/ 0 Modernising the role of dental assistants https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/modernising-the-role-of-dental-assistants/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/modernising-the-role-of-dental-assistants/#respond Sun, 27 Jul 2025 22:57:40 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=40968 Workforce shortages, inconsistent training, and high turnover are straining the dental sector—yet the answer might be as simple as modernising the role of dental assistants. By Marina Williams Dental assistants are ready, willing and able to do more in the clinic, says Martin Thomas, CEO of the Dental Assistants Professional Association (DAPA). But he believes […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/modernising-the-role-of-dental-assistants/feed/ 0 Automating patient feedback https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/automating-patient-feedback/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/automating-patient-feedback/#respond Tue, 22 Jul 2025 00:47:55 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=40972 Most dental practices understand the importance of patient feedback. Now an option to automate the process promises to help them build the online reputation they deserve. By Tracey Porter Authentic recommendations are the holy grail of any successful dental business. They can help monitor, maintain and strengthen public perception of your brand, assist to solidify […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/automating-patient-feedback/feed/ 0 Why it pays not to keep your patients waiting https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/why-it-pays-not-to-keep-your-patients-waiting/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/why-it-pays-not-to-keep-your-patients-waiting/#respond Sun, 13 Jul 2025 23:46:38 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=40981 Running late isn’t just frustrating for patients—it can damage trust and loyalty, which why an effective schedule is essential for an ideal patient experience. By Angela Tufvesson Ten minutes. That’s the maximum amount of time patients should typically wait for a scheduled dental appointment, says Dr Toni Surace, managing director of Momentum Management and principal […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/why-it-pays-not-to-keep-your-patients-waiting/feed/ 0 The business of friendship https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/the-business-of-friendship/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/the-business-of-friendship/#respond Sun, 06 Jul 2025 23:54:47 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=40985 When two friends opened a practice in the Victorian city of Ballarat, they were providing a much-needed service in a place they loved. By Frank Leggett There was certainly some risk involved when Drs Peter Apostolopoulos and Nicholas Palfreyman set up Midwestern Dental Specialists from scratch in 2016. For a start, their business concept bringing […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/the-business-of-friendship/feed/ 0 New Dental Board of Australia chair Dr Simon Shanahan is ready to serve https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/new-dental-board-of-australia-chair-dr-simon-shanahan-is-ready-to-serve/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/new-dental-board-of-australia-chair-dr-simon-shanahan-is-ready-to-serve/#respond Sun, 29 Jun 2025 23:35:39 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=40964 The new Dental Board of Australia chair Dr Simon Shanahan looks forward to continuing and even improving upon the Board’s mission to support the dental profession. By John Burfitt Back when Dr Simon Shanahan was a young dental student at the University of Western Australia, he recalls the mere mention of the Dental Board of […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/new-dental-board-of-australia-chair-dr-simon-shanahan-is-ready-to-serve/feed/ 0 In a pickle https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/in-a-pickle/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/in-a-pickle/#respond Tue, 24 Jun 2025 22:30:15 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=40988 It started out as a way to meet people but Dr Michelle Chin of Chermside Dental Care in Brisbane was soon representing Australia in pickleball. “About 12 months ago, I played in the National Pickleball League in Australia. It was an amazing experience, and I’m still astonished to say I represented Australia in pickleball, particularly […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/in-a-pickle/feed/ 0 Mental health in dentistry https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/mental-health-in-dentistry/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/mental-health-in-dentistry/#respond Mon, 23 Jun 2025 00:05:06 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=40914 Mental health in dentistry is under growing strain, with compassion fatigue identified as one of the main issues, but experts agree there are ways to deal with it. By Marina Williams Caring for patients is central to dental practise, but emotional strain, long hours, and pressure for perfection can take a serious toll. In January […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/mental-health-in-dentistry/feed/ 0 How technology is changing orthodontics https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/how-technology-is-changing-orthodontics/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/how-technology-is-changing-orthodontics/#respond Mon, 23 Jun 2025 00:03:50 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=40895 Changes in orthodontics due to advances in technology means it’s now more necessary than ever for orthodontists to take a multidisciplinary approach to treatment. By Rob Johnson According to Professor Qingsong (Adam) Ye, the internationally distinguished orthodontist, educator and most recently Noel Martin Visiting Chair at the University of Sydney School of Dentistry, orthodontics is […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/how-technology-is-changing-orthodontics/feed/ 0 Mother and daughter team https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/mother-and-daughter-team/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/mother-and-daughter-team/#respond Mon, 16 Jun 2025 00:18:15 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=40911 Principal dentists and co-owners of Perth’s Serene Smiles, the mother and daughter team Dr Mitra Shabanian and Dr Parnian Zareie have unconditional trust in each other. By Frank Leggett There’s no such thing as a typical mother-daughter relationship. Some are destined to butt heads for their entire lives and some, like Dr Mitra Shabanian and […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/mother-and-daughter-team/feed/ 0 How the new tax rules could affect your dental practice https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/how-the-new-tax-rules-could-affect-your-dental-practice/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/how-the-new-tax-rules-could-affect-your-dental-practice/#respond Tue, 10 Jun 2025 00:09:21 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=40919 With tax time looming this month, it’s important to know what changes have been made to the tax rules and regulations that could impact your clinic. By Ellen Hill With the end of the financial year almost upon us, now is the time to review the recent changes to tax laws that can have an […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/how-the-new-tax-rules-could-affect-your-dental-practice/feed/ 0 Dr Alex Khominsky—steering a course https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/dr-alex-khominsky-steering-a-course/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/dr-alex-khominsky-steering-a-course/#respond Mon, 02 Jun 2025 00:54:10 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=40905 Dr Alex Khominsky is on a mission to help dentists take better control of their career paths through a new approach to skills training, with a focus on guiding general practitioners from beginner to expert. By John Burfitt There was one period, after Dr Alex Khominsky finished his dental studies in 2017 and settled into […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/dr-alex-khominsky-steering-a-course/feed/ 0 Who dentists facing regulatory complaints and audits turn to https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/who-dentists-facing-regulatory-complaints-and-audits-turn-to/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/who-dentists-facing-regulatory-complaints-and-audits-turn-to/#respond Wed, 28 May 2025 01:17:27 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=40691 When faced with regulatory complaints and audits, many dentists turn to Dr Martin Webb for help. By Tracey Porter No dentist ever expects a patient to pass away after booking in for a simple tooth extraction. Likewise, few oral health professionals anticipate a patient will suffer a bowel perforation having swallowed the dental impression material […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/who-dentists-facing-regulatory-complaints-and-audits-turn-to/feed/ 0 Dental practice protocols https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/dental-practice-protocols/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/dental-practice-protocols/#respond Mon, 26 May 2025 00:47:30 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=40707 Ensuring the entire team is following the same protocols, and not going off in different directions, is essential for practice success. By Lynne Testoni A dental clinic is, more often than not, a place full of well-trained, highly skilled professionals working to offer the best outcomes in the oral health of their patients. But when that […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/dental-practice-protocols/feed/ 0 Extended opening hours—a good idea or not? https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/extended-opening-hours-a-good-idea-or-not/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/extended-opening-hours-a-good-idea-or-not/#respond Sun, 18 May 2025 23:25:49 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=40710 Extended hours appeal to many clients but early mornings, evenings and weekends increase your operating cost. So, how do you make it work? By Frank Leggett One of the main advantages of extended hours is the improved accessibility it offers clients. They can schedule appointments around work, family and social commitments, making it more convenient to […]

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