Exploring the link between sleep quality and oral health
Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Poor sleep and poor oral health often go hand in hand. Here, two dentists share how addressing sleep problems...
In the right direction
Effective delegating is essential in any practice but many dental managers have difficulties getting the best out of their team members. John Burfitt reports
There...
Perth Dental Rooms: a new classic in dental design
Estimated reading time: 5 minutes When Dr David Hurst moved his business into an iconic heritage building in Perth, he created a practice that’s beautiful...
Effective networking
Effective networking is all about who you know, not how many people you know. Understanding the ways to build a strong network could have...
Noise pollution in dentistry
The issue of noise pollution in the workplace—and possible associated hearing loss— is gaining more attention within the dental profession. John Burfitt reports At first,...
Showing empathy to your patients
Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Treating anxious patients can be challenging and stressful for dentists. Showing empathy and putting patient needs first can go...
Online revolution
Dr Jamie Workman has a passion for sharing dental knowledge with everyone—and the internet is his tool of choice. By Frank Leggett The role of...
How to handle customer complaints
Official complaints about dentists to APHRA are on the rise, but industry experts agree it’s how you respond, rather than react, that can make...
Welcome to country
With the DRISS program moving into its final phase, the scheme is being branded a success. But those involved agree making the move into...
Creating a positive work environment
Creating a positive work environment pays big time, ensuring it’s where your staff—and your patients—want to be. By Louise Baxter
“You’re only as good a...
The next step for tele-dentistry
Dental Monitoring, a new smartphone-based tooth-correction-monitoring system, promises to transform how orthodontists treat their patients, writes Shane Conroy
When orthodontist Dr William Dabney, who practises...
Understanding radiation safety regulations
Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Dental practice owners who operate radiography equipment must follow radiation safety regulations. But too many don’t understand their compliance...











