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The Safety Dance: Going from Near Misses to Good Catches

Posted Jun 10th, 2022 in 2022, the wire, thought leadership

Imagine the following scenario: A temporary dental assistant loads a sterilizer before lunch, and despite pressing the start button, the sterilizer fails to begin the reprocessing cycle. Another assistant returns later to unload the pouches. In a rush because one of their appointments ran long, they fail to confirm the status of the indicators, incorrectly marking the instruments as passed (i.e. sterilized), and subsequently store and distribute the instruments.

Partner Spotlight: Dr. Ken Phillips

Posted Jun 6th, 2022 in 2022, spotlights, the wire

This month, we shine the spotlight on Dr. Ken Phillips, owner and Principal Dentist at Royal Centre Dental Group in Vancouver, BC, and dentalcorp’s Partner since 2018. We discuss how partnership with dentalcorp has allowed him to provide consistent patient-focused care, his philosophy of building trust with patients, and the importance of mentorship for emerging dentists.

dentalcorp Announces the Appointment of Julian Perez to Chief Legal Officer

Posted May 31st, 2022 in 2022, in the news, the wire

dentalcorp Holdings Ltd. ("dentalcorp" or the "Company"), (TSX: DNTL), Canada's largest and one of North America’s fastest growing networks of dental practices, announced today the promotion of Julian Perez to Chief Legal Officer (CLO), commencing immediately.

Associate Spotlight: Dr. Alycia Klymkiw

Posted May 30th, 2022 in 2022, spotlights, the wire

This month, we shine the spotlight on Dr. Alycia Klymkiw, General Dentist at Fort Richmond Dental Centre in Winnipeg, MB. We discuss how she has evolved as a clinician, the importance of forming relationships with patients, and what she finds most rewarding about practicing dentistry.

Support Centre Team Member Spotlight: Carla Ofstie

Posted May 24th, 2022 in 2022, spotlights, the wire

Today we shine the spotlight on Carla Ofstie, Clinical Development Manager at dentalcorp’s Support Centre. Carla tells us about her journey in the dental industry, her entrepreneurial mindset, and the importance of collaboration with other dental professionals.

dentalcorp Academic Excellence Award 2022 recipients announced

Posted May 20th, 2022 in 2022, in the news, the wire

dentalcorp, Canada's largest and one of North America's fastest growing networks of dental practices, has announced the 2022 winners of its national scholarship program that supports the next generation of oral healthcare professionals.

Partner Spotlight: Dr. Michel Comeau

Posted May 12th, 2022 in 2022, spotlights, the wire

Today we shine the spotlight on Dr. Michel Comeau, Principal Dentist at SouthWest Dental in Yarmouth, Nova Scotia. We discuss his journey into dentistry, the importance of lifelong learning, and his appreciation for his team, who go the extra mile.

dentalcorp Once Again Earns Platinum Distinction as One of Canada’s Best Managed Companies

Posted May 10th, 2022 in 2022, in the news, the wire

dentalcorp (TSX: DNTL), Canada's largest and North America’s fastest growing networks of dental practices, is pleased to announce that it has again achieved Platinum Club status as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.

dentalcorp Achieves Major Industry Milestone, Acquiring 500 Practices

Posted May 10th, 2022 in 2022, in the news, the wire

Canada's largest and North America’s fastest growing networks of dental practices, is pleased to announce that it has welcomed 42 practices to its network in Q1 2022 and reached a major milestone of 500 Practices acquired since inception in 2011.

dentalcorp Invests $1-Million in Student Support and Well-being at the University of Alberta’s School of Dentistry

Posted May 5th, 2022 in 2022, in the news, the wire

Canada's largest and North America’s fastest growing networks of dental practices, today announced a $1 million gift in student support and well-being for the University of Alberta’s (U of A) School of Dentistry.