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The Journey Begins… I’m Delighted to Announce My 2026–2027 Practice Plan Workshop Tour

There are certain moments in your career that make you stop, reflect and feel incredibly grateful. I am absolutely delighted to announce that I will be joining Practice Plan for their 2026–2027…

October 2026 · 6 min read

Industry News

The Rise of the Boutique Dental Practice

The UK dental landscape has changed significantly over the past decade. Corporate groups have grown rapidly, acquiring independent practices at pace and reshaping the market.…

30 Oct 2026 · 3 min read

Team Training

The Dental Nurse Masterclass

Welcome to my second blog post! First of all, a huge thank you to everyone who read my first one about celebrating 25 years in…

30 Oct 2026 · 4 min read

Team Training

Mastering Practice Management – Reflections from Scotland

I recently delivered the first two dates of my Mastering Practice Management course in Scotland, in both Edinburgh and Dumfries. What I always enjoy most…

30 Oct 2026 · 4 min read

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I recently attended Michael Bentley’s Mastering Practice Management event through Practice Plan and found it to be a fantastic session. Michael was engaging from the very start and delivered the content with real energy and a wonderfully flamboyant flair. He was also refreshingly open and transparent when sharing his own experiences, which made the session both insightful and relatable. Having worked in dental business management for many years myself, supporting others in their own development, I strongly believe there is always something new to learn or refresh. This event provided exactly that, along with a great opportunity to engage, connect, and share experiences with others in the profession. I would absolutely encourage anyone to attend one of Michaels' sessions whether you are new to practice management or highly experienced. It’s a great learning opportunity and a brilliant way to connect with others in the industry.

Amy Burty

I have seen Michael speak many times, he is always such a joy and so engaging, his content is so useful as is his experience he shares. THANK YOU Michael.

Fliss McCalmont

I've had the pleasure of working with Mike Bentley now coming up to 20 years and I've throughly enjoyed every minute! Mike truly is one of the best Consultants and public speakers in the industry. Not only is he tremendously knowledgeable but so very engaging and hugely entertaining, always keeping his audience totally enthralled, envolved and upskilled. Feedback is always amazing! Mike it's been a delight and I hope it's not too long before our paths cross again!

[BDAC]PracticeManager ÖzgeYelken

I had the pleasure to join Michael Bentley's 'New Beginnings' programme as I had taken over the role of Practice Managing without having any sort of training/handover from a Practice Manager! The support, systems, techniques and knowledge which Michael has is amazing. His effort and guidance is exceptional and his willing to help always puts you at peace. I will always appreciate the growth within my role which he has given me throughout the years. I cannot thank Michael enough!

Josie Hutchings

Michael is an excellent dental support coach and speaker. His extensive knowledge experience and commitment are what makes him outstanding. This comes from successfully working in the dental industry for many years and experiencing first hand the topics he covers. I can not recommend him highly enough he brings a fresh lively approach that benefits all members of the team.

Springmount Dental & Implants

Michael played a key role in supporting our business over several years. He was consistently kind, approachable and highly supportive, and made a real effort to understand the business inside out. He quickly grasped what makes Springmount unique — our focus on high-quality, patient-centred care and the more complex nature of the work we undertake — and tailored his support accordingly. His expertise and guidance were invaluable, and he became someone we truly trusted. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him.

Sophie Trolio

I really enjoyed Michael's course and would thoroughly recommend it to any Practice managers new or experienced as he has some great tips and tricks

Donna Robb

I attended Michael's not really knowing what to expect as this was the first course I have attended in my new role as Practice Manager From the beginning he had me captivated and wanting to rush back to the practice and implicate lots of his strategies and tips.

Selina Alexander

I found Michael’s content incredibly relevant to the real challenges dental practices are facing today. His insights were practical, timely, and truly resonated with the day‑to‑day realities of working in a modern dental environment. Michael was also exceptionally engaging—his delivery was so compelling that I genuinely felt I could listen to him all day. Thank you, Michael, for coming up to Scotland and delivering such valuable learning to our Practice Plan practices as part of Mastering Practice Management. It was greatly appreciated! Selina x

Infinityblu HR

I recently attended the Practice Manager course and found it extremely useful and informative. Michael is engaging and a fantastic course provider. His career in dentistry has given him a wealth of knowledge, which he shares in a very practical and easy to understand way. I would highly recommend this course to anyone working in dental practice management.