Going slow means going further, working smarter, being safer
Dr. Miguel Stanley founded Slow Dentistry in 2015 with one important goal in mind: advance the standards of oral healthcare worldwide while building trust with patients. How? By providing a work ethic and cornerstones that benefit everyone.
Artificial intelligence in dentistry
For those who have been paying attention to the latest news in the technology space, you will most certainly have noticed that OpenAI recently launched ChatGPT, a new artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot. It is amazing to see how this technology works and how quickly it can do incredibly complex tasks and have virtually all the information that is online at your disposal in a matter of seconds.
Healthy Teeth = Healthy Skin
When it comes to health, not all people are the same and some are more sensitive than others. Those who manage skin conditions on a daily basis know this very well. What they might not know is that there is a strong link between managing oral health and managing a variety of skin conditions.
Healthy Teeth = Healthy Eyes
The link between poor oral health and eye conditions, particularly glaucoma, is an emerging area of interest in medical research. And just further scientific evidence that every single organ in our body is connected to our mouth, from the brain and the eyes to the gut and the heart.
Healthy Teeth = Healthy Reproductive System
Dealing with fertility challenges can be an emotional journey for many couples. Johns Hopkins research from 2022 reveals that “while U.S. infertility rates have stabilized, the issue persists for numerous individuals”. And we all know someone who has or is dealing with reproductive issues. But did you know that oral health can also affect fertility?
Healthy Teeth = Healthy Gut
While mainstream dentistry focuses primarily on mechanical issues, a biological dentist will focus primarily on the immune system and the neuropathic system. This means focusing on removing all toxicity and inflammation from teeth and surrounding bone to help the patient regain vitality, energy, systemic health and boost longevity. Immune dentistry helps reconnect the missing link between healthy teeth and a healthy gut.
Healthy Teeth = Healthy Heart
The dental community has known for decades about the correlation between oral health and cardiac health or better yet, between oral inflammation and heart disease. It’s not just about healthy teeth and gums anymore, it is also about the quality of your dental treatments.
Healthy Teeth = Healthy Brain
I’ve been connecting the dots between oral health and general health for over 25 years now and that connection is not only undeniable, but has become increasingly significant as we clearly understand that if something is wrong in the body, the diagnosis process may very well need to begin with the mouth.
The Missing Link
I am very passionate about surgery, and my days are typically taken up with treating complex cases with my long-time team at the White Clinic, in Lisbon, Portugal. And I am very passionate about connecting systemic health to dental health.
10 benefits of being a Slow Dentistry member
In addition to being recognised for outstanding dedication to patients in everything from awareness and information, to top-level medical and gold standard dental practices, Slow Dentistry members benefit from a wide range of advantages and they are all impacting the future of gold standard oral healthcare as we write.
A new Slow Dentistry is in the works
Our first words are simple, yet filled with gratitude: thank you. Whether you’re a member, a sponsor, a Global Ambassador, a friend or a follower, your commitment to Slow Dentistry is greatly appreciated.
The Future of Dentistry with Karma
I recently sat down in the Netherlands with Karma Dental Philosophy for a great webinar where we discussed so many insightful questions that are at the core of the current state of dentistry, where it’s headed and how it differs across the globe.
Could placing attachment over authenticity be the reason behind dental burn-out?
In psychology, burn-out is defined as a state of physical and emotional exhaustion. It can occur when we experience long-term stress in our job or when we work in a physically or emotionally draining role.
Why is Slow Dentistry calling for a system reform of the hiring process in dental practices?
The dental industry is doing its best to forestall the increasing number of employee turnover and attrition amidst inflation in a post-pandemic world. Clinic owners are facing a bewildering conundrum of applicant shortage and misfits, staffing needs beyond the norm, and patients’ demand for excellence.
Happynecks headrests are the best, according to Dr. Miguel Stanley
There are many challenges facing the modern dentist today. It does not really matter if you are a dentist just beginning your career or a senior practitioner with a network of clinics. These challenges all boil down to a few simple commonalities: we all have to keep our patients happy, and we all have to keep them coming back.
Our co-founder is one of the “32 Most Influential People in Dentistry”
Our Global Network’s co-founder, Dr. Miguel Stanley, has been named one of the “32 Most Influential People in Dentistry” by Incisal Edge magazine, alongside some of the biggest names in the field, which means congratulations are definitely in order!
Dr. Huthaifa AbdulQader is our new General Secretary
The Slow Dentistry Global Network has a new general secretary and it is with great pleasure that we welcome Dr. Huthaifa AbdulQader, who brings extensive leadership and project management experience to this important role in our dynamic and growing organisation.
Bone & Tissue Webinar Biofunctionalization With Hyaluronic Acid
Dr. Stanley was invited to lecture alongside a few of the most prominent periodontist in the world to discuss a unique bio material that contains hyaluronic acid that is used to accelerate the formation of collagen. This allows for a faster and more predictable bone regeneration. As always, Dr. Stanley only chooses the best for his patients and his team.
Slow down everyone — dentistry does not need to be done at speed — Part 2
These days, there is a growing emphasis on quality over quantity, that is, preferring an object or service that is worthwhile rather than a quick and easy fix.
Secrets to Success with
Dr Kyle Stanley
This week, Jana Denzel speaks to Kyle Stanley about his life in dentistry and why he is now an advocate for mental health in the profession. Dr Kyle Stanley is a dentist from Beverly Hills, USA. He is known for his work in the field of aesthetics, dental implants, smile design, and dental artificial intelligence. […]
See Less Patients in a Day
In this fast-paced world we are living in, with everybody trying to do the best they can to make everybody happy, trying to consolidate clinical success with financial success is tough. The easiest solution many times appears to be seeing as many patients a day as possible, in order to make money, but that most […]
Our founder Dr. Stanley writes for Ortho
Dr. Miguel Stanley, our founder and one of the top 100 dentists in the world, just penned a deep dive into the ongoing and interesting debate: can Slow Dentistry® be digital? The article in Ortho – International Magazine of Orthodontics, published by Dental Tribune International, raises important questions: As one of the fastest growing dental […]
Dr Rhona Eskander
on Slow Dentistry Global Network®
We’re starting off the week with a great read on @dentistry.co.uk, brought to us by the words, insight and professionalism of our longstanding Honorary Global Ambassador, Dr. Rhona Eskander, an award-winning dentist, a speaker and a Slow Dentistry advocate who is based in London, UK. Dr. Rhona Eskander understands that the Slow Dentistry work ethic means […]
The Slow Dentistry way – improving standards of care
Miguel Stanley and Rhona Eskander look at how to improve the standards of care in dental practices worldwide. UK dentistry can be a minefield. Indeed, patients are continually bombarded with advertising or website links to places they don’t know will suit them. How do we know what is safe? How will we ensure that our needs are met? […]
Dr Miguel Stanley talks about importance of practising Slow Dentistry
Many dental professionals equate business success to practice profitability. Unfortunately, this can sometimes lead to rushed dental appointments and poor-quality treatments. In his webinar on 4 December, Dr Miguel Stanley, the clinical director of the White Clinic based in Lisbon in Portugal and a passionate advocate for high-quality dental care, will talk about how Slow […]
Slow Dentistry launches in London
The new ‘Slow Dentistry’ initiative held its first UK event in London last month. Slow Dentistry is the brainchild of Dr Miguel Stanley, who’s building a movement focused on achieving the best for patients. At the first UK event, held on 23 November, early adopters including Koray Feran, Simon Chard, Jameel Gardee, Rhona Eskander and Marcus Engelschalk explained […]
Slow Dentistry movement encourages dentists to change the way they practise
Slow Dentistry is a new movement looking to change the way people view their oral health. Launched last weekend, the Slow Dentistry network is calling on dentists to slow down the way they practise. It hopes this will improve standards of care and ensure safety, well-being, comfort and understanding. ‘Time becomes a huge factor of practising […]
