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Rev up Your Knowledge: 8 Car Insurance Myths

From "red cars cost more to insure" to "my friend's insurance will cover me if I borrow their car".
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A Conversation with 2023/2024 FCDSA President: Allister Mason

As the newly elected President of the FCDSA, Allister Mason is focused on solidifying the federation’s role in the Canadian dental student community.
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The First Home Savings Account: Your Questions Answered

The first home savings account, or FHSA, is a new savings tool to help first-time homebuyers purchase a home by offering tax advantages.
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The Importance of Wellness for Dentists: Lessons Learned from the COVID-19 Pandemic

Dentists, like other frontline medical professionals, faced heightened levels of stress and anxiety throughout the pandemic, particularly during those fraught first months in 2020.
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High Costs and Nature’s Fury: The Dual Threat to Dental Practices Today

Two of the biggest global stories of 2023 have been inflation and extreme weather. On their own, each has the potential to negatively impact your practice.
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The Power of Giving Back: Dr. Brian Cole

During this recent mission, Bridge to Health's dedicated team collaborated closely with Ugandan dental officers, and an assembly of volunteers to provide free dental procedures.
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The Dental Hive Story: Dr. Aisling Whitaker

She has been around dentists all her life and grew up wanting to be one. You could say it is a family affair.
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Five Ways New Dentists can Kick-Start Their Financial Plan

How quickly should I pay off my debt? When should I start saving? How much will I need to retire? Is this the right time to incorporate my practice?
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Is Private Wealth Management Right For You?

If your attention is pulled in too many directions, it may be time to delegate the job of investment management to a team of experts.
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9 Proven Tips for a Stress-Free Trip

A little preparation is key when it comes to stress-free travel. These tips can help you avoid potential setbacks and enjoy your trip to the fullest.
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How to Make Your Dental Practice More Attractive to Potential Buyers

You may not even realize what elements of your practice will attract buyers, and which will be red flags that may push them away, or drive the price down.
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What is Co-Insurance and the 90% Rule?

It’s important to understand co-insurance and the 90% rule because it affects the amount payable in the event of a claim.
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Simple Tips for Managing a Successful Dental Practice

Here are five ways to help your practice thrive.
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Tips for Financial Success After Dental School

If you’re currently in dental school or a recent grad, here are five ways to help you start your career on solid financial footing.
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Using Digital Technology to Transform Your Dental Practice

From streamlining appointments to improved diagnosis and treatment options, digital technology is transforming today’s dental practice.
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Five Ways to Improve Your Dental Practice Cash Flow

As a dentist, caring for your patients is your top priority, however you may sometimes face some difficult decisions that could impact your cash flow.
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Should you Open a Second Dental Practice?

While expanding your practice may be financially rewarding, there are several points you’ll want to consider ensuring that your second location is as successful as your first.
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Escalators, Elevators and Swings. Advice for Riding the Stock Market.

In the world of the stock market there’s an old truism that you might have heard—as a general rule, markets take the escalator up and the elevator down.
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Perspectives on Wellness: Dr. Diana Liu

An associate at a busy practice in Sechelt, B.C., shares her approach to balancing the pressure of work.
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9 Budget Tips for Dental Students

A dentistry degree is one of the most expensive degrees to obtain. These tips can help set you up for success.
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Simple Tips to Find the Right Home Insurance Coverage

Regardless of whether you own or rent your home, the right home insurance helps ensure your space and your possessions are properly protected.
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Dentists Share What Advice They Would Give To Their Younger Selves

Hindsight is always 20/20. Dentists share what they wish they knew when they were starting out in their careers.
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Creating a Collegial Environment in your Dental Practice: Dr. Kevin Urness

Dr. Kevin Urness, a general dentist in Red Deer, Alberta, shares his insights on how to build a sense of community in your dental practice.
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TFSA or RRSP? It Depends on Your Financial Plan.

Every year around this time, we get asked whether it's best to invest in an RRSP or TFSA. Like many things, it depends and both accounts have their benefits.
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Five Steps to Improve your Mental Health

As we lead increasingly busy lives, the practice of mindfulness reminds us to pause and take in the present moment.