Lead Management
As economic conditions tighten, many practices are making assumptions about the effectiveness of digital marketing or the performance of their front desk teams without the data to back it up. …
Redefining the “basics” of good accounting
What constitutes good accounting? Meeting deadlines and ticking legal boxes are certainly important – but as times change, a basic level of service means a whole lot more. …
Navigating NHS Reform in Wales and Realising Private Potential
Early preparation is essential — understanding the financial position of the business, developing a clear strategy for private care, and introducing patient membership plans to encourage loyalty are all key steps for long-term success. …
Christie & Co Quarterly Market Update
Quality practices - those with solid financials, good premises, and strong treatment standards - remain in high demand, while underinvested or declining practices face reduced buyer interest. …
Get more commercial value from dentistry
To succeed today, dentists must adopt a strategic mindset: understanding business principles, analysing cost structures to make informed decisions. …
Changes to Companies House reporting and what to do about it
From 1st April 2027, all limited companies, including small and micro-entities, will be required to disclose a headline version of their Profit and Loss Account on the public record. …
When is a new patient not a new patient?
Charting success in sales and marketing relies on four key measurables. From a lead to a signed-off treatment plan, semantics and measurable data can help to improve your patient journey. …
Growth Culture
While marketing remains crucial, success now hinges on speed, alignment between teams, and understanding how to convert opportunities effectively. …
Don’t market your dental practice – unless you’re willing to do this first
Marketing success doesn’t depend on luck, budget, or convenience – and it certainly doesn’t happen by magic. It all comes down to strategic, tactical and creative collaboration. …
Don’t be forced into action
In finances, as in life, taking action only when you’re forced will always lead to the worst outcome. …
Wait, I just want the answer
In a complicated climate, it’s tempting to oversimplify – so why do we keep asking more questions? …
Saving £500,000 is possible, but it won’t be easy
As a time-stretched business owner, it’s natural to focus on the easy wins. But pushing yourself a little further can result in disproportionately enormous gains. …
Inheritance Tax Warning
If you or your household has assets approaching or above £500k (£1m for couples), now is the time to start thinking seriously about inheritance tax. …
Topical discussion on pensions
There’s a grey area between financial and tax advice, which makes integrated, forward-thinking planning essential. …
Should I become a practice owner or stay as a dental associate?
It’s a big decision in any dentist’s career, but choosing to change from an associate and become a practice owner isn’t as straightforward as it seems. …
Practice owner vs successful associate – which path wins?
Factors like income, wealth, time, and gratification help you assess what fits your goals. …
The marginal gains making a difference
If your practice’s performance isn’t at peak, the solution may not lie in big changes, but small, incremental gains. …
Don’t break the £100k glass ceiling
Too many dentists are falling foul of an HMRC quirk they never saw coming – but with proper planning, it’s easy to avoid. …
