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The weight-loss drug Wegovy is now being prescribed by the NHS in England as part of its weight management strategy in a ‘controlled and limited’ launch. Also known as semaglutide or GLP-1 analogues, the injection will be prescribed via specialist weight management services alongside a reduced calorie diet and exercise. Research suggests Wegovy can help…
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Patients are queuing at 4am in a desperate attempt to access NHS dental care – a scene that the profession fears will become ‘the new normal for millions’. Daily queues starting as early as 4am have been reported outside the Avenue Dental Centre in Leigh, Greater Manchester, which offers appointments to all NHS patients on…
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Zero Gravity helps UK students from low-income families secure places at top universities. We hear from its founder, Joe Seddon, and Umair Afzal, a fifth year dental student at Leeds Dental School, about what the organisation stands for and how it is making a difference in dentistry. What is Zero Gravity? Umair Afzal (UA): Zero…
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The General Dental Council (GDC) has launched a pilot to ‘improve proportionality and timeliness’ of fitness to practise processes. Announced today, the GDC is launching a pilot that will test a change to the initial stages of its fitness to practise processes to improve proportionality and timeliness. Process changes are being made to the way…
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The government could ban unlicensed providers of non-surgical cosmetic treatments in England following the launch of a new consultation. At present, healthcare professionals such as doctors, nurses and dentists carrying out non-surgical cosmetic procedures, such as Botox, have to be trained and insured to do them as part of the requirements laid down by their…
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‘I’m hugely passionate about digital dentistry’ – Dr Robert Chaffe on why exoplan, exocad’s software for guided surgery, is a game changer. Dr Robert Chaffe says he can’t imagine his work as an ortho-restorative, implant dentist without digital workflows. Based at a private practice in London, Dr Chaffe relies on exocad CAD/CAM tools like DentalCAD…
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It’s been a busy week for dental news. Missed it? Here’s what’s happened over the past seven days… Hospital dental trainees vote to strike The British Dental Association (BDA) has revealed that hospital dental trainees across 15 NHS trusts have voted to strike against below inflation pay awards. Closing on 21 August, a ballot asked…
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Researchers are kicking off a study to explore the long-term physical impact of wearing dentures. The 18-month study will be led by experts from the University of Plymouth’s Peninsula Dental School. They will create 3D models of the oral mucosa – the tissue similar to skin which lines the inside of the mouth, including the…
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Fishermen and their families will have access to free dental checks after a dental charity makes its return to the south coast. Between 14 September and 14 December 2023, Smiles at Sea – now in its seventh year – will open its doors to fishermen suffering from dental problems in Cornwall and Devon. Along with…
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After using the QuickSleeper system for more than 10 years, Dr Andrew Prynne explains why its predictability is second to none. Please introduce yourself My name is Dr Andrew Prynne. I am a general dental practitioner based on the south coast of the UK in sunny Bournemouth. I have been in practice for 35 years…
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Acetaminophen or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs – such as ibuprofen – can be used to manage dental pain when immediate care is unavailable. According to new clinical practice guidelines by the American Dental Association Science & Research Institute (ADASRI), acetaminophen alone, NSAIDs (like ibuprofen) alone or acetaminophen in combination with NSAIDS can effectively manage a child’s pain…
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We headed to Impress, on York Road, to find out about its tech first approach to invisible orthodontics. Impress clinics have been awarded, across many different countries, for their architecture and innovation. This is apparent when you look around the clinic on York Road, London, in the heart of Waterloo. Like all Impress clinics, it…
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Sugar-sweetened beverages can contribute to liver problems, increasing the risk of liver cancer and fatal liver disease. This is according to new research published in JAMA. This study evaluated whether intake of sugar-sweetened beverages or artificially sweetened beverages was associated with higher rates of liver cancer and chronic liver disease mortality in the Women’s Health Initiative…
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Ever wondered how your fellow dental professionals choose which electric toothbrush to endorse? We’re buzzing with excitement to find out! Dive into our comprehensive survey and share the factors that influence your recommendations. Is it brand loyalty, clinical efficacy, patient feedback or perhaps a memorable experience from university or practice? From the frequency of your…
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Dentistry and medicine have secured their place as the most valued non-technology degrees by employers this year. According to a recent survey by Forbes Advisor, medicine and dentistry came in at joint fifth place (16%) among the most valued degrees in 2023. The most valued degree was artificial intelligence (25%), followed by information technology in…
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It’s been a busy week for dental news. Missed it? Here’s what’s happened over the past seven days… ‘Absolutely appalling’ – profession reacts to dental technician’s GDC erasure After a dental technician was struck off for failing to complete his CPD requirements amidst a brain tumour diagnosis, we heard from a number of dental professionals who are…
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Scientists have identified a link between high white blood cells in the saliva of healthy young adults and an early cardiovascular disease warning sign. Published in Frontiers in Oral Health, the research team recruited 28 non-smokers between 18 and 30. They had no medications that could impact cardiovascular risk and no reported history of periodontal…
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More than three quarters (76%) of orthodontists report an increase in adult patients seeking orthodontic treatment within the past three years. This is according to a new survey carried out by the British Orthodontic Society. The rise of online working/socialising and video calls is having an impact with over half of orthodontists (65%) saying this…
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‘This multi-trillion pound market is broken’ – entrepreneur Steven Bartlett has announced his investment in health and wellness company UNTIL. UNTIL today announces Steven Bartlett as the company’s new marketing co-founder following his latest investment into the sector. Founded in 2022 by entrepreneurs Vishal Amin and Alex Pellew, UNTIL brings a fresh look to the…
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