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All in the Family: The Story of Bailey Buckley Family Dentistry

Following in your family’s footsteps takes on new meaning at Bailey Buckley Family Dentistry.
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In Conversation with Dentists at Every Age and Stage: Retired (Video)

Learn how CDSPI and Cumberland have supported Dr. Kiazyk over the years, and how they have helped the couple avoid financial stress.
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In Conversation with Dentists at Every Age and Stage: Approaching Retirement (Video)

How CDSPI and Cumberland have been able to help Dr. Kowal with his plans to retire.
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In Conversation with Dentists at Every Age and Stage: Practising (Video)

Hear how CDSPI has been able to help Dr. Thompson plan for the purchase of her first practice.
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How Dentists Can Ensure Their Disability Insurance is Enough

Dentists who make the right choice are often very thankful for it.
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Graduating Dental School During Covid: Dr. Nima Khosraviani

Dr. Nima Khosraviani shares his experience completing his studies and starting his career during these uncertain times below.
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New Dentist FAQs

When does it make sense to open or buy a practice? When should I incorporate? (And more, FAQs answered)
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Reopening His Dental Practice During the Pandemic: Dr. James Bonar

On May 4, Dr. Bonar reopened his practice in Brandon, Manitoba, and he shares his journey below.
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Economies of Scale & Combining Dental Practices With Your Spouse: Dr. Mahsa Soraya

Dr. Mahsa Soraya and her husband, Dr. Alex Galo, were solo practitioners running efficient, successful practices for over twenty years.
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Starting Out as a Couple – Planning Your Shared Financial Future

This is an exciting life milestone, when you start making long term plans as a couple – shared goals, shared dreams.
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How to Make Difficult Employee Conversations Easier

It’s not easy, but here is some advice from Telus Health to help you have a more productive conversation.
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Year 2—A Time of Decision for Young Dentists: Dr. Khash Gharavi

Dentists find where their niche is, where they want to be in five years and how they can contribute to the community.
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Interviewing the Toronto Raptors Team Dentist: Dr. Peter Nkansah

Nothing in my career can compare with the excitement of the 2019 Raptors play-off run.
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8 Tips to Help You Keep a Healthy Credit Score

Maintaining a high credit score is an essential when it comes to things like buying a home or a dental practice.
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Good and Bad Stress: Do You Know the Difference?

Whatever the kind of stress we experience, one thing is clear: it’s unavoidable.
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True Wealth is a State of Mind: Drs. Wowchuk and Kiazyk

We spoke with two dentists—clients for over 40 years—who have taken great joy from their careers, and their lives.
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An Interview with Canada’s NHL Hockey Dentists

They don’t wear pads or carry a stick, but they’re definitely part of the team—they’re NHL team dentists.
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An Interview With a Military Dental Student: Dan Shirvani

I have learned organization, discipline and how to pay attention to detail, which are all necessary to be a great dentist.
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Step or Level Payments—What’s Right for You?

There are so many disability insurance products to choose from—each with their own unique options.
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A Successful Dental Practice Sale Takes Time: Dr. Brenda Thompson

Start at least five years in advance—it may seem like a long time, but there’s a lot to do.
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An Unconventional Journey to Dentistry: Dr. Raylien Chao

"I wasn’t into science as an undergraduate. In fact, I was studying finance."
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Five Tips to Help Avoid Back Injuries

You can reduce your risk of back injury substantially by following a few simple preventative steps.
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One New Dentist, Three Practices: Dr. Khash Gharavi

It’s helpful to be exposed to diverse schools of thought to help me figure out my style and approach.