It’s been an interesting week for dental news. Missed it? Here’s what’s happened over the past seven days…
What do dental professionals want to see in party manifestos?
With a general election fast approaching, we spoke to a number of dental professionals about what they would like to see in party manifestos.
On 22 May, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak called a UK general election for Thursday 4 July.
With election campaigns in full swing, the dental profession will be keeping an eye out to see where dentistry features in party promises.
We heard from dental professionals about what pledges and commitments they would like to see from UK parties.
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Tooth regrowth medicine successful in animal trials
Medicine that was successful in promoting tooth regrowth in animals is set to enter human trials in September, with hopes it will be sold by 2030.
What’s happening to the proposed smoking ban?
The Tobacco and Vapes Bill, which would effectively initiate a smoking ban, has been dropped in the run-up to the general election – what does this mean?
Should the scope of practice for clinical dental technicians be expanded?
Last week, we asked the profession if the scope of practice for clinical dental technicians should be expanded – here’s what was said.
NHS dentistry a top concern for voters, poll suggests
A recent Yougov survey has indicated that NHS dentistry is a top concern for voters in the run up to the upcoming general election.
Cancer vaccine trials offered to NHS patients
Cancer vaccine trials offered to NHS patients
NHS England announced that it has treated its first patient with a personalised vaccine against bowel cancer.
‘Disturbing’ rise in cancer cases linked to obesity
Cancer rates among under-50s in the UK have risen by 24% since 1995, with experts linking the increase to obesity and junk food.
FMC partnership with ADAM ‘will make practice managers’ lives easier’
FMC, publisher of Dentistry.co.uk, is delighted to announce its partnership with the Association of Dental Administrators and Managers (ADAM).
UK Dentistry Golf Championship – last chance to register!
The long-awaited 2024 UK Dentistry Golf Championship is just around the corner. Find out what’s in store and how to register!
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