How much attention have you paid to the dental news this week? – 5 August 2023

It’s been a busy week for dental news. Missed it? Here’s what’s happened over the past seven days…

GDC announces more places for overseas dentists

The GDC will increase the number of Part 2 sittings of the Overseas Registration Exam (ORE) from three to four in 2024.

It is also increasing the size of its registration casework team and the number of independent assessors to help tackle the backlog in overseas applications.

The next sitting of the ORE Part 2 will be held from 16 to 19 November 2023. The regulator plans to hold sittings in January, April, September and November in 2024.

This follows an agreement with consortium partners to extend contract arrangements to March 2025.

What do you think about the plans? Email [email protected].

Dentist suspended for ‘distressing’ harassment of dental nurse

Six in 10 dental professionals hold negative perceptions of GDC

A dentist who was handed a restraining order after turning up at the home of a dental nurse uninvited has been suspended.

Dental student creates guide to help others apply to dental school

A dental student has made a 15-page guide to help prospective dentists get into dental school after her own challenges with the process.

NHS Workforce Plan: the laboratory community reacts

The government’s new NHS Workforce Plan has no mention of dental technicians – here, we share the thoughts of the lab world.

Children increasingly exposed to vapes on display in shops

Children increasingly exposed to vapes on display in shops

Children are increasingly exposed to e-cigarettes on display in shops – and are more likely to buy from small shops.

Burnout in dentistry has reached ‘unprecedented levels’

Nishma Sharma discusses how dentistry can cause burnout and the importance of finding your inner happiness.

Can eating pecans help to curb obesity?

Can eating pecans help to curb obesity?

Regular consumption of pecans can prevent obesity and other health issues like diabetes, according to a new study.

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Have a happy Friday!


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