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News you’ve missed this week – 30 November 2024

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… Dental recovery plan – what has it achieved so far? This week, a new investigative report was released looking into the NHS dental recovery plan and what it has achieved so far. Carried…

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Why you need to prioritise intimate relationships over your dental careers

From reconnecting with your partner after a busy week in practice to finding the right balance between dentistry and your personal life, therapist Silva Neves covers it all in in our latest podcast episode. We are thrilled to welcome Silva Neves, a leading sex and relationship therapist, to explore the often-overlooked pressures that dentistry places…

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GDC showed ‘woeful ignorance’ in handling confidential papers, says High Court

The General Dental Council (GDC) has acknowledged ‘significant deficiencies’ in the way it acted following a High Court judgement over its application for disclosure of family court documents. In the case GDC versus KK and Others, Justice Gwynneth Knowles concluded the GDC showed a ‘woeful ignorance’ about the confidential nature of documents produced for the purpose…

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Dental recovery plan ‘unlikely to deliver target of 1.5 million extra treatments’

The dental recovery plan will fail to reach target of 1.5 million additional NHS dental treatments by March 2025, says new research, as delivery of NHS dentistry continues to sit below pre-pandemic levels. According to a new report from the National Audit Office (NAO), even if the target was reached it would still be 2.6…

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Embracing complete practice digitisation: the transformative power of digital scanners

We hear from Marcos White on why integrating digital technology into his dental practice has revolutionised his patient care and workflows. In an age where technology advances accelerate more rapidly every year, dental practices are evolving in ways which are benefitting more and more clinicians and patients. Dr Marcos White, a dentist based in Huddersfield,…

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News you’ve missed this week – 23 November 2024

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… UK inflation rises: what this could mean for dentistry Inflation is back on the rise, according to new figures – but what could this mean for dentistry? Statistics released this week by the…

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Introduction to occlusion for early career dentists

Early career dentists are invited to a one-day symposium where they can gain knowledge on occlusion and improve their confidence in the area of restorative dentistry. Having a solid understanding of the principles of occlusion is crucial for the provision of successful, long-term restorative treatments for tooth wear and other conditions. This one-day symposium, hosted…

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UK inflation rises: what this could mean for dentistry

Inflation is back on the rise, according to new figures – but what could this mean for dentistry? Statistics released this week by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show that inflation increased to 2.3% in October. This marks a significant increase on the 1.7% in September. This means inflation is back above the Bank…

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News you’ve missed this week – 16 November 2024

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… The Private Dentistry Awards 2024 – the winners FMC is delighted to present the 2024 Private Dentistry Award winners and highly commended – congratulations to all who made it. This year’s ceremony took place…

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World Diabetes Day 2024: linking gum disease and diabetes 

As we mark World Diabetes Day, experts are highlighting the connection between gum disease and diabetes. The European Federation of Periodontology (EFP) is drawing attention to the effect of diabetes on oral health – as well as the effects of gum disease on diabetes – and how understanding this is essential for improving overall health. This…

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‘Mewing’ dentist struck off after claiming treatment can expand the brain

A dentist has been struck off after offering ‘inappropriate and misleading’ treatment recommendations, prompting warnings from orthodontic experts. The dentist was erased from the General Dental Council (GDC) register after the regulator found his actions fell ‘far short of the standards expected of dental professionals’. The Professional Conduct Committee heard that he recommended an ‘orthotropic’…

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Berry-flavoured vapes may be more dangerous than those without flavour

Berry-flavoured vapes can weaken the lungs’ natural defences, new research suggests, prompting warnings over the types of flavours used for e-cigarettes. Published in PNAS, the scholars said the study adds to ongoing evidence on how adding flavourings to vaping solutions can increase the associated dangers. Assistant professor Ajitha Thanabalasuriar, from the Department of Pharmacology & Therapeutics…

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News you’ve missed this week – 9 November 2024

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… GDC discloses number of suicides among dental professionals with fitness to practise concerns The cause of death for dental professionals who have died while fitness to practise (FtP) concerns were investigated or remediated…

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Preventing caries and periodontal disease with TePe IDBs

We hear from periodontist Varkha Rattu on why interdental brushes are key for thorough oral hygiene practices. Effective plaque control is essential for preventing periodontal disease (and other subsequential health issues) – and yet, one of the most common questions dental professionals frequently hear is, ‘Do I really have to brush my teeth?’ The answer…

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Two-year-olds treated for obesity-related conditions in England

Children as young as two are being treated for health conditions associated with obesity, with one health expert saying latest figures ‘continue to concern’. One in 10 (9.6%) of children joining primary school have obesity, according to NHS data, a rise from 9.2% in 2022-23. Obesity in year six children fell slightly from 22.7% to…

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Head and neck cancer checks: resources available to dentists

We hear from Oracle Head and Neck Cancer UK (HNCUK) which offers up its resources to dental professionals and explains why we need better awareness of the disease. Dentists play a crucial role in the early detection of head and neck cancers. The statistic that approximately 50% of head and neck cancers are first identified…


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