It’s been a busy week in the world of dental news. Missed the headlines? Here’s what’s happened over the past seven days…
GDC announces more dates for overseas registration exam
Key dates for upcoming overseas registration exam (ORE) sittings have been released, the General Dental Council (GDC) announced today.
The GDC said it is working with the current providers to increase the capacity of ORE exams in the UK – with plans to further increase capacity in 2025.
There will be an April 2025 sitting of the ORE Part 1, with 600 places available, and three sittings of the ORE Part 2 from January to April 2025, with 144 places on each.
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Calls for parents to approve HPV jab for children
A report has revealed a ‘critical shift in public expectations’ surrounding healthcare, with a budget for private care now included in the minimum standard for living.
Teens’ mental health issues linked to vaping, says study
Secondary school students diagnosed with mental health issues such as depression and stress are twice as likely to have vaped, according to newly-released research.
Calls for parents to approve HPV jab for children
Parents across the UK will soon receive a form to sign enabling their children to receive the human papillomavirus vaccine (HPV).
Blood pressure checks introduced at NHS dental appointments
NHS England has announced a trial scheme that will deliver blood pressure checks during dental and optometry appointments.
New sleep apnoea model could improve patient outcomes, say dental researchers
A new sleep apnoea model that will help researchers to find answers to chronic pain has been developed.
‘A lonely battle’: NHS dental contract reform will improve preventative care, dentists say
Dental professionals are calling for a new NHS contract and more resources to combat oral health misinformation.
How to make dental therapy a success in practice
The Irish Dentistry Show 2024: plan your visit
The Irish Dentistry Show is set to return to Dublin with a bang tomorrow (7 September), and it’s going to be bigger and better than ever – plan your visit!
Dentistry Webinars
Webinars are back! Here’s what we’re bringing you next week:
- The value of CBCT in our everyday general practice workflow – Jag Hear – Tuesday 10 September at 7pm
- Lessons I have learned from completing 1000 Invisalign cases – David Bretton – Wednesday 11 September at 7pm
- Workforce evolution: preparing employers for the future – Zoe Close, Sarah Buxton, Cat Edney and Ritesh Aggarwal – Thursday 12 September at 7pm.
We also have plenty of webinars available on demand!
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