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Will skill-mix be enough to save NHS dentistry?
A letter from Sara Hurley, chief dental officer for England, issued on 19 July, announced what were labelled as the…
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Being in control makes the difference
In this month’s column, Nigel Jones considers the changing world of dentistry and why many clinicians are choosing to take…
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Question Time – NHS England’s dental contract changes and the findings so far
Join Nigel Jones, Chris Groombridge and Shiv Pabary MBE on Tuesday 22 November at 7pm for a Question Time discussion of…
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Practice Makes Perfect – the popularity of private practice during the cost of living crisis
Nigel Jones reflects on popularity of private practice and how it speaks volumes for how much the dental profession is…
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Practice Makes Perfect – the problem of supply issues
There is no quick fix for the supply issues we are experiencing – and like it or not, the NHS…
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Bodcast – why the dental sector remains attractive to investors
Despite challenges such as the cost-of-living crisis and geopolitical uncertainty, the dental sector continues to be attractive to investors according…
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Practice Makes Perfect – the point of no return for NHS dentistry?
Nigel Jones debates the current political climate and why oral health inequality should be a massive concern for us all.…
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Dentistry’s past, present and future with veteran Michael Watson – part two
Nigel Jones talks to stalwart of the profession, Michael Watson, about the future of the profession and his views on what…
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‘Could do better’ – Nigel Jones reacts to the NHS dental contract changes
‘Could do better’ is the verdict of Practice Plan’s sales and marketing director, Nigel Jones on the NHS dental contract…
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Practice Makes Perfect – it’s not yet lights out for dentistry
In the latest Practice Makes Perfect, Nigel Jones discusses the importance of focusing on the positives in dentistry and why…
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Nigel Jones reacts to the new UDA targets
Nigel Jones shares his views on the latest UDA targets put in place by NHS England. It’s now business as…
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Practice Makes Perfect – is there a way to stop the collapse of NHS dentistry?
Nigel Jones considers the current climate in UK dentistry and how he believes demand for private dentistry will outstrip supply…
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Suicide awareness – it’s everybody’s business
Nigel Jones talks about suicide prevention and the efforts one man is making to help raise awareness. You may or…
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Why I left the NHS…twice
Nigel Jones discusses with Simon Gallier, whose career involved practising in the Army Dental Corps and setting up direct access…
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Practice Makes Perfect – what problem are we trying to solve?
Nigel Jones explores the current problems facing NHS dentistry and the inequalities with access to dental care. In business, writing…
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Dental Business Theatre line up announced
Nigel Jones announces the line up at this year’s Dental Business Theatre and encourages you to come along. Once again,…
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Join Practice Plan’s question time webinar on NHS dentistry
Join a panel organised by Practice Plan as they discuss NHS dentistry during a free webinar on 28 April at…
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Your questions answered – leaving the NHS
Nigel Jones shares answers to the dental professional’s big questions about moving to private practice. It’s perhaps a good indicator…
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Practice Makes Perfect – with purpose comes clarity
Nigel Jones draws attention to the importance of purpose and how it can help to shape the future of your…
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