Year: 2025

Is private dentistry a safe haven in stormy conditions?

Nigel Jones considers why private dentistry is growing in appeal following the release of recent practice valuation reports. There have…

NHS to Private

Are SMS messages the right solution to appointment no-shows?

Weighing up the high cost of SMS reminders with lost practice time is a tricky balance – Adrian Dray at…

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How to convert tooth whitening into a high value treatment

Alif Moosajee explains why a high value whitening protocol can enhance the patient journey and provide benefits for the dental…

Business

What are the current and future perceptions of dentistry?

Henry Schein One recently released a white paper into the current sentiment of the dental profession – learn more about…

AI & technology

Am I settling by working as a dental nurse?

Sarah McKimm shares her advice with a dental nurse who is questioning whether she should be more ambitious in her…

Columnists

Beyond the smile: unlocking aesthetic revenue with Hydrafacial

In an increasingly competitive aesthetic landscape where clinics and practitioners are seeking innovative treatments, learn how you can offer enhanced…

Aesthetic dentistry

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Full colour monolithic 3D printed dentures – the power of Polyjet printing

Join Lino Adolf on 27 November at 7pm as he explores the power of Polyjet printing for full colour monolithic…

Laboratory

Most GDC registrants are dissatisfied with fitness to practise process

Most dental professionals are dissatisfied with the fitness to practise process and the outcome of their case, according to the…

Dentistry

Root canal treatment linked with reduced heart disease and diabetes risk

Root canal treatment has been found to reduce inflammation that leads to heart disease and improve blood sugar and cholesterol…

Dentistry

‘You’ll need a psychotherapist’: the emotional cost of navigating the ORE

‘People in my situation just want to work…But right now, it just feels impossible’: Mariia Chalova opens up about her…

Dentistry

Leadership in dental decontamination survey launched

A new survey has been launched on the topic of leadership in dental decontamination – find out how to take part…

Dentistry

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Why mouthwash? Rethinking oral hygiene for better patient outcomes

This year’s Oral Health Summit will feature a discussion on the benefits of mouthwash for patient oral health from LISTERINE.…

Oral health

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Fitness to practise: GDC to explore ‘less adversarial’ processes

Having fewer dental professionals fear the General Dental Council (GDC) is just one of the aims set by the regulator…

Dentistry

Government orders investigation into costs and practices of private dentistry

Chancellor Rachel Reeves ordered a market study into private dentistry this week amidst concerns of ‘hidden costs’, reports suggest. The…

Dentistry

Dental nursing support for dental hygienists: a matter of professional respect

Ayesha Akhter questions why dental hygienists operating without dental nursing support has become normalised and explains the benefits of a…

Dental Nursing

Digital technology to transform Gensmile Dental Group

Clinical director Asad Rahman explains why AI-powered diagnostic technology has been introduced to transform patient communication and practice efficiencies across…

AI & technology

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What are the benefits of Ixion Instruments for orthodontics?

Rebecca Peltier, UK and Europe sales manager at DB Orthodontics, explains why Ixion Instruments are trusted by orthodontic and other…

Orthodontics

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Why AI is ‘truly revolutionary’ for patient communication

Liam McNaughton answers some of the biggest questions on the future of communication in dental practices – and how artificial…

AI & technology

GC’s LabScene goes on the road with LabScene Live!

GC provides a brief look back at this summer’s LabScene Liv events and a question – who wants more? This…

Laboratory

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