Course Overview
Presented by Henry Schein One
This article aims to provide dental professionals with an understanding of the strategic, regulatory, and technological challenges and opportunities currently shaping the UK dental landscape, as explored in a recent white paper by Henry Schein One.
On completion of this article, participants will be able to:
- Identify the primary drivers of uncertainty in the UK dental sector, particularly concerning ongoing NHS contract reforms.
- Understand the strategic shift required in patient management, moving focus from patient attraction to operational efficiency.
- Recognise the critical role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and advanced technology in mitigating litigation risk and improving clinical workflow.
- Examine the changing dynamics of practice ownership, including the reluctance of associates to become principals, and the competitive viability of independent practices versus Dental Service Organisations (DSOs).