Year: 2025

More than 120,000 people demand better funding for NHS dentistry

Campaigners travelled to Westminster today to deliver a petition backed by thousands calling for the government to fund NHS dentistry.…

NHS in crisis

From research to impact: how the perio-systemic link shaped my path to Forbes 30 Under 30

Crystal Marruganti explains why periodontal care is essential to supporting a patient’s whole-body health. For years, periodontitis has been considered…

Dentistry

Elevating endondontics: my must-have products

After delivering a two-day endodontic workshop, specialist in endodontics Ammar Al Hourani explains what products helped to elevate delegate learning…

Dentistry

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Protecting your hearing in the dental workplace: understanding the risks and solutions

KaVo had the chance to interview the postdoctoral research scientist Sreeram Kaithali Narayanan on the issue of hearing protection in…

Dentistry

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Poor NHS staff wellbeing stats prompt ‘crucial’ new support initiatives

As nearly half (47%) of NHS staff report their work negatively impacting their mental health, £2.4 million of funding has…

Dentistry

From leaky buckets to lasting growth: the power of the new patient funnel

Join David Nelkin on 18 November at 7pm as he explains the power of the new patient funnel for creating…

Dentistry

Dental amalgam: agreement sets global ‘phase-out date’ for 2034

A ‘global phase-out date’ of 2034 has been set after which the manufacture, import, or export of dental amalgam will…

Dentistry

Are we treating locum dental nurses as people or placeholders?

Jen Upton reminds us that locum dental nurses supplied by agencies are a meaningful part of the team deserving more…

Dental Nursing

Is mechanical cleaning enough?

Rhiannon Jones explores the evidence, patient limitations, and the role of adjunctive therapies in questioning whether mechanical cleaning alone is…

Oral health

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Why orthodontists choose Ixion Instruments

DB Orthodontics explains the benefits of Ixion Instruments – superior dental instruments from cutters to pliers for lasting precision. When…

Orthodontics

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Revolutionary comprehensive orthodontic treatment in days for dentists

Join Anthony D Viazis on 17 November at 7pm as he discusses how dentists can achieve comprehensive orthodontic treatment in…

Orthodontics

Children’s access to NHS dentistry remains ‘very poor’, analysis shows

Rates of tooth decay among children remain very poor, new analysis shows – but experts suggest ‘cautious optimism’ surrounding government interventions.…

Health & research

Annual renewal period for dentists opens for 2026

The General Dental Council (GDC) has opened its annual renewal period for dentists, confirming the steps required to remain registered…

Dentistry

Limited company directors: make the most of your pension

Stuart Garlick explains the tax benefits of operating as a limited company director in dentistry and how to get the…

NHS to Private

Another year of smiles: Mydentist Excellence Awards 2025

Mydentist celebrates its 2025 Excellence Awards winners, making another year of outstanding dentistry across the mydentist network. Mydentist, a leading…

Dentistry

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Social media: what standards should dental professionals uphold online?

John Makin shares his top tips for using social media responsibly as a young dentist – from maintaining professional standards…

Business

Getting ahead in implant surgery

Kathryn Taylor discusses a recent sinus lift and immediate implant placement case – plus the surgical equipment used to achieve…

Implant dentistry

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‘Life is completely unpredictable’ – the realities of the overseas registration exam

In October, dentist Eni Muco was unsuccessful in booking part one of the overseas registration exam (ORE) for the sixth…

Dentistry

MiSmile NEXT Conference and Gala: 10 years of smiles and growth

MiSmile reports back from its NEXT Conference and Gala, marking 10 years of resilience, innovation and community spirit in the…

Dentistry

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