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The General Dental Council has published registration and fitness to practise statistics for 2022, revealing that nearly half of newly-registered dentists did not qualify in the UK. The report shows that the overall numbers of registered dental professionals have remained stable, with a 0.6% increase compared to 2021. In December 2022, there were 44,000 dentists…
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The ability to chew may improve the blood sugar levels of people with type 2 diabetes, new research suggests. The study highlights that patients with type 2 diabetes who have full chewing function have a blood glucose level that is significantly lower than patients whose ability to chew effectively is impaired. Carried out by the…
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New research suggests a strong link between men gaining weight early in life and developing prostate cancer. Men who put on two stone before turning 30 are 27% more likely to die from prostate cancer in old age than those who maintain their teenage weight. This is according to new findings that emerged as part…
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Last year, Dentsply Sirona hosted the world premiere of A Smile is Born. We hear about the story and how a digital workflow leads to better patient outcomes. A Smile is Born is a feature-length documentary film following the personal story of Luke, a real-life patient who had been putting off the dental treatment he…
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Background music helped to improve the performance of dental students during tooth preparation exercises, a new study shows. According to a new study carried out at the University of Eastern Finland, the use of background music reduces dental students’ stress and improves their performance during preclinical tooth preparation exercises. Published in the Journal of Dental Education,…
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We hear from three dentists about the impact of the cost of living crisis and how it is – or isn’t – affecting their patients and their treatment choices. Stevie Potter I think the business is fairly resilient – we’re still seeing a good flow of new patients coming in, despite high prices. I think…
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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… Dental profession bites back at claims NHS dentistry is ‘recovering’ The British Dental Association has urged parliament to set out a clear roadmap to reform for government after it tried to ‘defend the indefensible’. The inquiry into the state of NHS dentistry continued…
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Babak Houshmand explains how Damira Dental has helped to transform his work-life balance, free up time for postgraduate education and increase his income. Please tell us a bit about your journey into dentistry My dental journey began 28 years ago. I’m originally from Iran – I left my country 38 years ago and went to…
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A care home manager said it had become an ‘impossibility’ to get NHS dentists to visit residents when they need treatment. Speaking to BBC News, Liz Wynn, of Southminster Residential Home, Essex, said she had struggled for years to obtain on-site visits from dental teams. She said the shortage of NHS community dentists available had…
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We hear from Dr Sunil Hirani, practice principal and specialist orthodontist at Smilelux, who explains how his 3D printer – and the service that comes with it – has improved his practice’s efficiency. Sunil Hirani (SH): Today is an extremely important day. It’s the day that we make history because we’re having our very own…
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The British Dental Association has urged parliament to set out a clear roadmap to reform for government after it tried to ‘defend the indefensible’. The inquiry into the state of NHS dentistry continued as the Health and Social Care Committee heard more oral evidence yesterday (25 April). The BDA disputed claims made by MP Neil…
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Clyde Munro Dental Group has 80 practices spanning Scotland, each offering a unique opportunity for dental professionals. Whether you prefer the fast-paced atmosphere of a city or the laid-back vibe of a Scottish town, there is a Clyde Munro practice in a location that will provide the lifestyle you are looking for. In Glasgow, Edinburgh,…
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Dr Michael Ainsworth talks us through the benefits of ethoss and how it’s transformed his bone grafting journey. Please introduce yourself I’m Michael Ainsworth and I have a referral practice just south of Sheffield. I mainly do implants and complex restorative. I’ve been using ethoss since it came out in 2007 almost exclusively. Tell us…
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Current costs are leaving one quarter of patients delaying or avoiding treatment, according to new statistics. With NHS dental charges in England set to jump to 8.5% today (Monday April 24), the British Dental Association (BDA) has warned government that costs are now shaping the clinical choices made by millions of patients. The BDA is…
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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… There isn’t a dental nurse shortage, and here’s why… ‘Practices should be looking at their dental nurses as an investment, not a cost for the practice’ – dental nurse Rebecca Silver discusses some of the reasons why…
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April marks the starting point of the implementation of new guidance for determining the employment status for tax in relation to associate dentists. This is a reminder that the employment law position also needs to be considered. One of the industry challenges that poses the question as to whether an associate is considered employed or…
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Replacing sugary drinks with coffee, tea or water is linked to fewer deaths in adults with diabetes, say researchers. For adults with type 2 diabetes, the swap is associated with lower rates of early death due to cardiovascular disease (CVD) and other causes, finds new research published by The BMJ. A greater increase in coffee…
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The BDA has called new figures into NHS dentistry a ‘work of fiction’, warning that the reality is far worse due to gaps in official data. New Commons Library research shows how a rise in ‘dental deserts’ has left people struggling to get an appointment. The data shows that some areas now have more than…
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There are more questions than answers according to Johnny Nash’s 1972 top 10 hit. However, Practice Plan’s Dental Business Theatre at this year’s British Dental Conference and Dentistry Show hopes to provide at least some answers to a few of dentistry’s biggest questions with its programme. As Practice Plan’s creative director, Les Jones, explains in…
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