Catalyst for change - closing one door and opening another

This has been a week for wrapping things up, closing some doors and opening others. 

I had my fantastic new crowns fitted, courtesy of Lance Kruger, a maxillary facial surgeon who is such a kind perfectionist and did my preps as a huge favour, and the talented Simon Newbold from Creative dental laboratory @w1. It has allowed me to appreciate just how good we make our patients feel when we help them to get their smile back or better. I have been grinning like a fool all week. The quality of work has really blown me away and exceeded any expectations I had.

I also wrapped up a great practice consultancy where we have improved the patient journey, developed confidence and profitable skills in the team, and increased revenue. The next phase is developing the leadership skills with a willing and visionary principle after summer.

My final wrap up is me leaving The Fresh Breath Centre after 6 and a half years as the main hygienist. I am cutting down my clinical time and increasing my non clinical work. It feels like the right thing at the right time. It was impossible to cut down there as patients were so familiar with me they didn't want to see anyone else. My replacement is lovely and should thrive there.

And so another chapter begins. I will be joining a colleague from an old practice in his new venture and can't wait to help him develop.

There are lots of new things happening too. Working in partnership with CPDforDCPs and Philips I have two practice development days planned for this year. They will see my vision become reality in creating a 'try before you buy' opportunity to have experienced advisors on hand to inspire, support and aid development of you, your practice and your team. The sessions will be very relaxed and supportive, with casual wear the order of the day as there are some fun bits that are best done out of suits. The places are limited as we need small numbers for it to work. For booking details visit www.mharicoxon.com Until August 19 if a principle books, they can bring one team member for free.

There is also a great taster day for dental nurses to develop their skills planned for October. It will include impression taking, fluoride application and interviewing skills. For booking details visit http://www.cpdfordcp.co.uk/teamexpansion.html 

And there are a few things that will see more doors opening which I should be able to share with you by September.

August is my break month and I am looking forward to some quality family time. Hope you have a lovely summer.

Keep on keeping on.