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Align Technology awards funding to universities for advancing dental research

Align Technology has announced the award of twelve research grants to universities under the company’s fifteenth Annual Research Award Program. ‘Align is pleased to grant the following research awards that will lead to insights and evidence that advance the science and applicability of treatment for patients of all ages,’ said Dr Mitra Derakhshan, Align executive…

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Spending review: what does the dental profession think?

The UK chancellor has pledged to increase NHS funding by 3% in her latest spending review as she promises to ‘renew Britain’. Rachel Reeves unveiled the details today (11 June) with billions set for investment in healthcare, energy, housing, transport and infrastructure. The NHS was allocated a 3% increase in funding, equal to £29 billion.…

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Plans for NHS dentistry in Wales could see 64% dentists go fully private

Patients in Wales could be offered treatment at any available practice within their area under new plans for NHS dentistry, sparking criticism from the profession. Rather than visiting a single surgery, proposed changes could see Welsh patients offered visits at any practice within their health board area – with check-ups for those with healthy teeth…

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DCPs urged to complete CPD cycle ahead of deadline

The annual renewal period for dental care professionals (DCPs) is now open – with the dental regulator introducing some simplified steps for CPD cycles. To complete their annual renewal, DCPs must complete three essential steps by the below deadlines:  DCPs in the final year of their five-year CPD cycle who need additional time can apply…

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New training places for whole dental team ‘vital’ for profession’s future

As calls are made for the expansion of training places in dentistry, we spoke with leading dental experts on what they think is needed to address workforce shortages. The Dental Schools Council – which represents UK dental schools – has outlined a number of recommendations for addressing workforce shortages in a new report called Fixing NHS…

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Care minister fails to commit to ‘decisive break’ with UDA system

The minister of state for care did not promise a ‘decisive break’ with the current UDA system – but said a timeframe for contract reform is coming. Stephen Kinnock appeared remotely at this year’s Annual Conference of LDCs (Local Dental Committees), taking place today (5 June) in Newcastle. According to the conference panel, he is the…

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Harassment in dentistry: what it looks like and how to handle it

Leo Briggs, deputy head at the Dental Defence Union (DDU), and Dan Carder, content consultant at Peninsula Business Services, discuss what is meant by harassment and how to eliminate it within the dental practice. What constitutes as harassment? Harassment, in particular sexual harassment, continues to dominate headlines and be a significant issue in the workplace.…

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Private practice principals in Scotland see ‘big drop’ in net profits

Private practices in Scotland saw a big drop in average net profit per principal – down more than £30,000 in 2022-23. But NHS practices showed an increase – the net profit per principal rose by almost £10,000 in the same period. This is according to NASDAL Scotland (National Association of Specialist Dental Accountants and Lawyers)…

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Dental schools urge government to expand training places

Increase UK training places in dentistry and dental hygiene to help secure long-term sustainability of NHS dentistry, the government has been told. The Dental Schools Council – which represents UK dental schools – has outlined a number of recommendations for addressing workforce shortages in a new report called Fixing NHS Dentistry. It argues that with…

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‘I was arrested and sectioned for 28 days’: ex-police officer Beck House on mental health

We speak with Beck House who opens up about her own mental health challenges and her advice for dental professionals who feel they are approaching breaking point. Seven years into her career, serving police officer Beck House was arrested by colleagues in her own home and placed in a psychiatric unit for 28 days. In…

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GDC strategy to focus on ‘reducing fear of regulation’  

The General Dental Council has today launched a consultation on its new regulation strategy, with a focus on international registration and reducing fear among registrants. Titled ‘Trusted and Effective: A Strategy for Dental Regulation’, the strategy proposes a new vision of ‘good oral health for all’. It outlines how the GDC will modernise its approach…

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The Private Dentistry Awards 2025 – entries now open!

The esteemed Private Dentistry Awards are now open for entry – here’s everything you need to know to take part in this year’s celebration of excellence. The Private Dentistry Awards is among the most respected accolades in UK and Irish dentistry. They set the gold standard for outstanding patient care, innovation and clinical excellence across…

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News you’ve missed this week – 10 May 2025

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… Sexual misconduct experienced ‘by up to half of dental professionals’ Up to 48% of dental professionals could have experienced sexual misconduct firsthand -with men disproportionately represented as perpetrators. The General Dental Council (GDC)…


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