It’s been a busy week for dental news. Missed it? Here’s what’s happened over the past seven days…
My experience as a trans man in dentistry
Dental hygiene student Ben Marriott opens up about his own experience as a trans man in dentistry and how some simple steps could help to make dentistry more trans-inclusive.
In this honest article, Ben shares how dental practices can make some quick changes to help patients and staff feel more included.
Cases of diabetes in the UK tops five million for first time
The number of people living with diabetes in the UK has topped five million for the first time, a new report reveals.
Dentist to auction sketches by young Queen Elizabeth II
Childhood drawings made by Queen Elizabeth II and Princess Margaret while waiting in a dental practice will be auctioned by a dentist this month.
Patients left ‘stranded’ by NHS dentistry access, MP says
An MP has claimed that his constituents have been left ‘stranded’ and unable to find an NHS dentist.
Why I’m unsurprised we’re in a dental nursing recruitment crisis
We hear from a London-based practice owner about the realities of trying to recruit dental nurses and what they think needs to change.
Dental Therapy Explained: direct access and dental therapy
With more practices appreciating the skillset of dental therapists, this month Cat Edney discusses how to integrate direct access.
Dentistry Scotland Show – all you need to know about Lecture Theatre One
The Dentistry Scotland Show is back and better than ever for 2023 – find out what Lecture Theatre One will have in store.
Dentistry Webinars
We have two great webinars for you next week:
- The art and science of teeth whitening – a rock and roll journey – Prem Sehmi – Wednesday 19 April at 7pm
- Getting started with the iTero scanner – Manrina Rhode – Thursday 20 April at 7pm.
Don’t forget, all of our previous webinars are available On Demand.
Catch up with last week’s dental news here.
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