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Dental therapists are the future of dentistry – and here’s why
Lorena Pivoda, dental therapist and Dentistry Award winner, shares her thoughts on the future of dentistry – and why dental…
Dentistry
GDC ‘at the back of the queue’ for regulatory reform
The government has announced plans to reform UK healthcare professional regulators – but has excluded the General Dental Council (GDC).…
Dentistry
Does the term ‘dentistry’ need a rethink?
Whoever would have guessed that a debate on gender identity would have such resonance for dentistry? Kevin Lewis uncovers some…
Columnists
Bridging the gap: the growing importance of dental hygienists and therapists
We hear from dental hygienists and therapists about why they are essential for improving access to dental care. Grant Simleit,…
Dentistry
Happy National Dental Hygienist and Dental Therapist Day 2025
Dentistry is delighted to celebrate National Dental Hygienist and Dental Therapist Day for its second year – here we detail…
Dentistry
Amanda Harbrow-Harris and Pat Popat: in conversation
Dental hygienist Amanda Harbrow-Harris and dental therapist Pat Popat discuss their career journeys, how dental hygiene has evolved, and the…
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Meeting complex health needs with tailored oral care
Emma Slade-Jones introduces the newly published guidance on medical conditions that may impact dental appointments, helping dental professionals manage complex…
Dentistry
How crucial is semantics in regulation?
Cat Edney explores how unclear regulatory language and semantic ambiguity are impacting dental therapists – especially around scope of practice…
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What motivates you to keep going?
As part of National Dental Hygienist and Dental Therapist Day, we hear what keeps people motivated to keep going. Katie…
Dentistry
GDC outlines its plans for the next three years
The General Dental Council (GDC) has published its 2025 Costed Corporate Plan (CCP), detailing its workplan for the next three…
Dentistry
The essential toolkit for becoming a therapy-led practice
Thinking of becoming a therapy-led practice? Cat Edney shares an essential, practical tool to simplify referrals, boost collaboration and support…
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Dental therapy foundation training: a game-changer for graduates
After a lonely and disheartening start to her career as a dental therapist, Lydia Austin shares how dental therapy foundation…
Dentistry
News you’ve missed this week – 19 April 2025
It’s been a busy week in the world of dental news. Missed the headlines? Here’s what’s happened over the past…
Dentistry
Scope of practice: navigating the new legislation
Tom Chaston explores how new legislation is reshaping the roles of dental hygienists and dental therapists, bringing greater autonomy, fresh…
Dentistry
Addressing the dental hygienist and therapist workforce shortfall
Mohammed Ghafoor discusses the barriers facing EU-trained dental hygienists and dental therapists. The UK is currently grappling with a significant…
Dentistry
Tides of change: progress and headwinds for dental therapists
Imogen Fox outlines the milestone journey of dental therapists and the remaining challenges preventing them from fully reaching their potential.…
Dentistry
How can we prepare a new generation to work in dentistry?
The Dental Leadership Network met to discuss the next generation of dental professionals and how best to train them for…
Dentistry
The rise of the NHS dental therapist: life at the coalface
Dave Martin reflects on the decades-long journey of dental therapists in the NHS and the barriers they continue to face…
Dentistry
Smoking, vaping and oral health: all you need to know
With new bans on smoking and disposable vapes set to take effect this year, we take a look at what…
Dentistry
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