It’s been a busy week for dental news. Missed it? Here’s what’s happened over the past seven days…
Smile Direct Club shuts down following bankruptcy
Smile Direct Club has shut down weeks after filing for bankruptcy, it has been revealed.
The direct-to-consumer aligner company announced the ‘incredibly difficult decision’ to shut down operations at the end of last week.
It confirmed that all current orders have been cancelled and patients should not expect to receive any further aligners.
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What’s next for Smile Direct Club patients?
Following Smile Direct Club’s closure, a number of dentists share advice for those left midway through treatment.
Smile Direct Club cases overseen by ‘just five UK dentists’
The BDA has revealed that Smile Direct Club had ‘just five UK-registered dentists’ supervising its reported 65,000 patients.
‘Nothing short of scandalous’ – the dental industry reacts to Smile Direct Club closure
Following the news that the direct-to-consumer aligner company Smile Direct Club has shut down, the dental industry shares its thoughts.
Uncovering the truth behind Smile Direct Club
We hear what the Smile Direct Club news means for dentistry, the aligner industry and the customers who have been impacted.
‘I felt guilty and isolated’ – dentist removed from register for forgetting ARF payment
We hear from a dentist about their own registration troubles and why a mandatory grace period could help reduce unnecessary removals from the register.
Big Brother contestant on returning to life as a dental therapist
Big Brother contestant Chanelle Bowen discusses her passion for dentistry, her journey into dental therapy and what it was like inside the Big Brother house.
Single-use wipe ban planned for 2024 – what does this mean for dentistry?
Kevin Keane explains the proposed ban on single-use wipes in 2024 and the next steps that dental practices could take.
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