It’s been an interesting week for dental news. Missed it? Here’s what’s happened over the past seven days…
Proposed compulsory NHS tie-in for new dentists – the profession reacts
Last week, the government launched a consultation on an NHS ‘tie-in period’. This would require newly-qualified dentists to work in the NHS for several years following graduation.
The consultation will ask whether dentists should commit to delivering a minimum amount of NHS care or have to repay some of the training costs that are subsidised by the government.
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Stalked by an ex-patient with a crossbow: Ian Hutchinson details how he learnt to handle fear
We hear from dentist Ian Hutchinson who opens up about his almost four-year-long stalking ordeal by an ex-patient. Listen here or watch on YouTube.
Scottish Liberal Democrats pledge to ‘save NHS dentistry’
The Scottish Liberal Democrats has launched its general election campaign with a focus on NHS dentistry as it pledges to tackle Scotland’s dental deserts.
Introducing sustainability in dentistry
Guy Hiscott introduces the sustainability in dentistry campaign – exploring what we can all do to make dentistry a more sustainable profession.
Is the associate dentist model desirable?
Last week, we asked our audience for their thoughts on whether the associate dentist model is desirable – find out what was said.
Skin cancer cases in UK reach record high
Researchers have projected a record high of 20,800 cases of skin cancer this year, as experts are urging the UK public to stay safe in the sun.
CQC – all change… or is it?
Pat Langley provides some insight into what is and isn’t changing under the new CQC framework, and what this means for your practice.
How to tackle cracked veneers, crowns and composite
Dentistry Clinical Case Awards – two weeks left to enter
The deadline for entering the 2024 Dentistry Clinical Case awards is fast approaching – here are our top tips for entering…
Dentistry Webinars
Here’s our first lot of June webinars. You can sign up now for free:
- CQC – all change… or is it? – Pat Langley – Wednesday 5 June at 7pm
- Restorative and aesthetic led implant dentistry – the key to long term success – Dominic Hassall – Thursday 6 June 2024 at 7pm.
Remember, all previous webinars are available on demand!
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