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The government has extended its measure to scrap VAT on personal protective equipment (PPE) until the autumn. Dental practices will not pay VAT on PPE until 31 October following a newly-announced three-month extension. Originally, the measure was set to expire at the end of July after it was temporarily zero-rated at the start of May.…
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The British Dental Association (BDA) has set out how it will tackle racial disparities within dentistry as it speaks out in support of Black Lives Matter. The movement has gained international traction over the last six weeks following the murder of George Floyd in Minnesota, US, on 25 May. Now, the BDA says it has…
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More than one quarter of England’s population suffers from tooth decay, new oral health survey statistics reveal. The data shows that more than 27% of participants had untreated tooth decay – with each having around 2.1 decayed teeth. And 18% reported currently being in pain. The same number had experienced one or more impacts relating…
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The government is urging the UK to use temperature screening products with caution. The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) warns there is little evidence to support temperature screening as a reliable method of COVID-19 detection. Additionally, it is telling manufacturers of thermal cameras to not make claims that they are linked directly to…
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George Cheetham talks to Dentistry Online about what it was like to take home the Best Young Dentist accolade – and why the awards are a positive addition to the profession. How does it feel to have won? Winning the Best Young Dentist award did really come as a massive surprise to me. I entered…
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This week we welcome Guy Deeming, a specialist orthodontist at Queensway Orthodontics, to chat about why dentistry needs to embrace the digital. As the profession gets back up and running, we talk about the growing importance of digital dentistry – and why Guy thinks it’s a crucial element to the profession. We discuss virtual consultations,…
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The Care Quality Commission (CQC) will discuss repayment options if practices are struggling to pay their registration fees, a meeting heard. The British Association of Private Industry (BAPD) hosted a meeting with the CQC in a bid to discuss questions from the profession. Among the attendees were John Milne, the senior national dental adviser. Taking…
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Almost 70% of dental professionals feel they are experiencing higher stress and anxiety levels as a result of the pandemic. This is according to new research brought together by the Dental Defence Union (DDU). In a survey of its members, the data revealed that half felt they are unable to spend an adequate amount of…
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The Faculty of General Dental Practice UK acknowledges it has ‘significant work to do’ in a statement supporting the Black Lives Matter movement. FGDP(UK) has spoken out to say it ‘stands in solidarity’ with the Black Lives Matter movement, calling itself an ‘anti-racist organisation’. This follows the murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis, Minnesota, at…
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Gastric bands will become more readily available on the NHS as part of new plans to combat obesity. This is one of the measures Prime Minister Boris Johnson is considering to help get the nation fitter, the Daily Telegraph reports. Other potential measures include banning unlimited refills on unhealthy beverages and scrapping promotions such as…
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Oral-B has revealed its most advanced rechargeable electric toothbrush yet – the Oral-B IO. It creates a balance between effectiveness and experience and reinvents how a brush not only performs, but cleans and feels. ‘Oral-B is committed to continually advancing our technology to provide a superior* clean, while also perfecting the art of brushing for…
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Four in five dentists cannot tolerate wearing an FFP2 or FFP3 respirator mask on a long-term basis, research reveals. This is according to a new survey carried out by the British Association of Private Dentistry (BAPD). As a result, it is calling for a change to respirator mask requirements in dentistry. The group penned an…
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Caroline Wetherall and Sarah Pollard set up Super Smiles in 2012 to improve the oral health of children in Jersey. Here, Caroline talks about what it meant for the charity to take home awards. How does it feel to have won? Sarah and I were delighted to have won the Oral Health Awards, Champions of…
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This week, award-winning hygienist Anna Middleton talks to Dentistry Online about using social media to communicate with patients – and how to manage your time online. Founder of the brand ‘London Hygienist’, Anna hopes to change the way oral health care is delivered to patients. We chat to her about using online platforms to amplify…
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Dental practices, hospitals and other NHS employers have been told to finish the assessments for at-risk staff within four weeks by NHS England. This month, local NHS employers have been asked to carry out risk assessments on all staff classed as vulnerable. This came as part of a Public Health England (PHE) seven-point plan on…
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DenScreen is a systematic screening system, allowing clinicians to individually and accurately assess each patient’s COVID-19 risk. Professor David Denning discusses why it is an important and crucial addition to dental practices during this time. What motivated you to start DenScreen? As the pandemic progressed, dentistry was highlighted as a profession with an elevated risk…
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Dr Fiona Collins is hosting a free webinar on the key protocols in instrument decontamination and sterilisation on Thursday 2 July at 19:00. The webinar – which is sponsored by Tuttnauer, a leading instrument decontamination solutions provider – will discuss the best practices in ensuring the safety and effectiveness of these protocols and requirements. Additionally,…
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A dentist has spoken out about what it has been like resuming face-to-face care. He says better communications would help to alleviate difficulties. Mohsan Ahmad, who is based in Manchester, revealed the week following Monday 8 June – the date when dental practices were given the green light – was the hardest of the entire…
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More PPE purchases, more breaks and more hydration – this is the advice of Public Heath England (PHE) for workplaces struggling to cope with the hotter weather in full PPE. As the weather starts to get warmer, new PPE requirements will start to increase the likelihood of heat stress and overheating. And dental teams are…
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