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The British Orthodontic Conference has long been known for its speaker line-up – find out what this year’s event will offer. Boasting a line up of international and UK experts, the three-day event will offer clinical excellence, evidence-based lectures and real insights into contemporary orthodontic challenges. This year, the BOC trade and exhibition experience will…
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More than two thirds of dental hygienists and half of dental therapists in clinical roles work in the private sector. This is according to a new General Dental Council (GDC) report into the working patterns of dental professionals. The reports provide insights into areas such as employment status, where dental care professionals (DCPs) work, treatment…
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Juggling a busy dental practice and personal life can be overwhelming – but it doesn’t have to be. Professional organiser Vicky Silverthorn reveals how embracing simplicity can help dental professionals reduce stress and stay focused. In this episode, we’re joined by Vicky Silverthorn, a professional organiser who has helped hundreds of people embrace a simpler…
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Gum health is the ‘unsung hero’ of implant dentistry, playing an equally important role as bone integration in treatment success. This is according to a new study that looked into soft tissue management during second-stage implant procedures. The team – from the West China Hospital of Sichuan University – assessed mainstream surgical techniques, detailing their…
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Joanne Stevenson shares what she hopes to accomplish as the new Dental Technologists Association (DTA) president and how she aims to approach various challenges My name is Joanne Stevenson, and I am the newly elected president of the Dental Technologists Association (DTA). I am a prosthetic dental technician originally from Manchester, currently residing and working…
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Sustainable oral care brand Pärla has secured £200,000 worth of advertising with Sky Media as part of its 2025 Sky Zero Footprint Fund. It was one of six brands to walk away with a share of the fund, which is now in its fourth year. With a mission to tackle the climate crisis using the…
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Laboratory Leading 20 is returning for a third year – a list that celebrates skill, influence and dedication in the UK dental laboratory sector. This initiative recognises the extraordinary individuals who are driving the future of dental labs and setting new standards, shining a spotlight on the work being done in dental technology and its…
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From raw material to high-performance dental instruments – see how craftsmanship and innovation come together in Komet UK’s German manufacturing, and how dental professionals use the instruments in real-world settings during hands-on courses. Since 1923, Komet Dental, a division of the family-owned Gebr Brasseler has been at the forefront of rotary dental instrument innovation. With…
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Calls have been made for better public education on the dental team after research found ‘critical knowledge gaps’ regarding different roles. Published in the BDJ, a new study found ‘limited public understanding’ of the different dental team member roles, with participants also lacking clarity on how and when to access urgent dental care. Most participants…
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Alan Clarke’s pearls of wisdom about how meaningful communication and visual tools can boost case acceptance and patient loyalty. Helping patients understand their oral health is at the heart of building lasting trust, and, as Dr Alan Clarke, clinical director of Paste Dental, explains, that trust leads to better outcomes for everyone. ‘Patients want to…
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Helen Phillips has been announced as the new chair of the General Dental Council (GDC) from October 2025. This follows the completion of Lord Toby Harris’s four-year term in September this year. Dr Philips will bring experience from a 30-year career across sectors including insurance, legal, social care and further education. ‘My ambition is that…
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From graduate tie-in timeframes to NHS pensions for DCPs, care minister Stephen Kinnock breaks down the proposed NHS dental contract reforms in an exclusive interview with Dentistry. This week, the government released a long-awaited consultation proposing changes to the NHS dental contract as part of its wider NHS 10-Year Health Plan. Speaking to Dentistry, care…
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Avijit Banerjee has been announced as the new president of the British Society of Oral and Dental Research (BSODR), which he describes as a ‘great honour and privilege’. He currently holds three international honorary chairs as well as being a member of the board of trustees at the Oral and Dental Research Trust (ODRT, UK).…
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Proposed changes to the NHS dental contract have been announced by the government, including a new time-limited ‘care pathway’ for higher needs patients. Released today (8 July), the changes are being put to consultation, and focus on prioritising those with urgent and complex needs. The announcement falls under the 10-Year Health Plan that was announced last…
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Sweeping changes to UK immigration rules will bar new overseas dental hygienists, dental nurses and dental technicians from working in the UK via the skilled worker visa route. From 22 July 2025, only existing visa holders with continuous skilled worker status may continue or extend their visas, according to the updated Appendix Skilled Occupations of…
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Moving completely away from the NHS is not the only way to shift towards private practice – we hear why. Rising costs and a disappointing expenses uplift are causing more NHS dental practices to consider handing back their contracts. However, turning off the NHS tap all at once isn’t the only way to introduce private…
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Under the new plans, dental graduates will have to provide NHS dentistry for three years – dental students, graduates and dentists share their thoughts on the proposal. This week, the government released its NHS 10-Year Health Plan, detailing major reforms of the health system including dentistry. Among these proposals is that newly-qualified dentists will be…
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Dental nurses across the UK can apply for a funded volunteering trip abroad to provide vital dental care in underserved communities. Perfection Plus has teamed up with Dr Mitesh Badiani and Smilestar to provide an opportunity for a dental nurse to join one of the charity’s overseas outreach programmes in 2026/2027. Smilestar was founded by…
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Evidence of racism and sexism has been found in the structures and person-to-person interactions across the NHS. Published in the BDJ, a new report makes recommendations for the UK government, healthcare leaders, the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and equivalent regulators, and the NHS, based on the findings. ‘The NHS cannot maintain legitimacy as a publicly…
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