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Source: Private Dentistry Magazine – September 2025

A new chapter for private dentistry

In the September edition of Private Dentistry Magazine (pg. 83), Sam Waley-Cohen, Founder & Chairman of PortmanDentex, introduces an exciting chapter with new Group CEO Paul Marshall. The article highlights opportunities for clinician growth, strengthened collaboration, and a people-first approach shaping the future of private dentistry.
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Source: BDJ in Practice - August 2025

Corporate dentistry in today's world

Rebecca Sadler, Chief Clinical Officer, talks to David Westgarth, Editor at BDJ In Practice, and gives her views on the role of corporate dentistry in today's world, emphasising consolidation, clinical freedom, digitalisation, and collaboration between corporates and independents to enhance patient care and support clinicians' career growth.
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Source: BDJ in Practice - August 2025

A better way forward: how connecting NHS and private practice is defining the future of dentistry

Sam Waley-Cohen explores the evolving collaboration between NHS and private dentistry, emphasising connected care, clinical leadership, mentorship, and sustainable practices to redefine the future of oral healthcare. ​
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Source: Dentistry Magazine – July/August 2025

Building connections

In the July/August 2025 edition of Dentistry Magazine (pg.55), Cathal Hayes, PortmanDentex’s Head of Clinical Transformation and Strategy, highlights how building connections and collaboration across the group, including via the Referral Hub, is shaping a smarter, more supportive future for clinicians and patients.
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Source: Dentistry.co.uk – March 2025

A new era for dentistry: for patients, practices and clinicians

Dentistry.co.uk features Gary Chapman, PortmanDentex’s Director of Mergers & Acquisitions, as he outlines the company’s four pillars of success: collaboration, consultation, cooperation, and communication. He explains how these guide the business to benefit patients, practices, and clinicians alike.
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Source: Dentistry.co.uk – February 2025

PortmanDentex Leadership Conference: shaping our future

Dentistry.co.uk covers PortmanDentex’s Leadership Conference, held on 3 December 2024, which brought together over 500 clinicians and colleagues to celebrate progress and reinforce shared values. CEO Sam Waley-Cohen highlighted 9% growth and commitment to people, clinical excellence, and patient care.
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Source: Dentistry.co.uk – June 2024

A time of growth: the story on the PortmanDentex merger

Julie Ross discusses the company's merger with FMC editorial director Guy Hiscott. They explore the integration process, cultural alignment, and the shared commitment to clinical freedom and patient care that define the newly formed organisation.
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Source: Dentistry.co.uk – February 2024

Reimagining group dentistry, making lives better

Dentistry.co.uk explores how, following the merger of Portman Dental Care and Dentex Health, PortmanDentex is reimagining group dentistry. The article highlights opportunities to enhance patient care, support clinicians’ careers, and foster innovation across the UK private dental sector.
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Source: British Dental Journal – September 2022

Corporate dealings

In the British Dental Journal, the Portman Dental Care and Dentex Health merger is showcased as a landmark development. The article reflects on how it will foster innovation, support clinicians’ careers, and enhance patient care across the UK’s dental landscape.
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