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An MP is calling for urgent action amidst the growing waiting list for NHS dental care. Speaking in Parliament yesterday (19 October), MP Yvette Cooper lay out the realities of NHS dentistry and the challenges now faced by dentists and patients across the UK. ‘NHS dentistry is facing a total capacity crisis,’ she said. ‘There…
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University places for dentistry and medical students will return to pre-pandemic levels in 2022, reports suggest. According to University Business, ministers wrote to universities confirming that the number of spots will not be increased for the next academic year. This follows the decision by the government to lift the cap on dental and medical courses…
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Dental campaigners took to the streets of Suffolk to call for better access to NHS dentistry. Crowds were out in full force on Sunday as campaign group Toothless in Suffolk marched through Bury St Edmunds to raise awareness. An estimated 150 locals – armed with signs and placards – flocked to the town to fight…
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The Home Office has ditched plans to use dental X-rays to determine the age of those seeking asylum. But reports suggest that Home Secretary Priti Patel could instead use X-rays of migrants’ bones in a bid to prove their age. The government faced criticism from groups such as the British Dental Association (BDA) after suggesting…
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Nigel Jones shares his views on the current dental landscape, where the profession is heading and the questions surrounding contract reform. In this week’s episode we welcome back Nigel Jones, the sales and marketing director of Practice Plan Group. From new NHS targets to contract reform, Nigel gives us insight into what he sees coming…
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The Oral Health Awards 2021 shortlist is now out! Here’s a list of those who have made it onto the shortlist. Tickets are selling quickly! If you appear on the below shortlist and would like to attend the ceremony, make sure you call 01923 851732. Best Care of Nervous Patients Adam Obermuller – Southview Dental Care…
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Women who have gone through the menopause are more likely to experience gum disease and tooth loss. The fresh study exposed links between the emotional wellbeing of women and early tooth loss, sparking calls for the reinforcement of good oral healthcare at crucial stages of a woman’s life. Comparing the oral health and wellbeing of…
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More than 60% of adults prefer a trip to their practice for dental treatment than back-to-back meetings, it has emerged. Around three in five employees would rather go to their dentist than undergo consecutive meetings – both in person and virtually. The research also exposed regional differences in this preference for dental treatment over an…
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From those just starting up in implant dentistry to expert clinicians, the Implant Dentistry Show has something for everyone. Taking place this Saturday 16 October, the Implant Dentistry Show will bring a whole host of leading exhibitors where you can check out the latest implant innovations. There will also be a line-up of leading speakers,…
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Discover the latest implant innovations at the Implant Dentistry Show this week – and it’s all completely free of charge. Kicking off at Novotel West, London, this Saturday (16 October) the one-day exhibition will feature ‘power lectures’ for any dentists or technicians interested in implant technologies. From treatment planning and intra oral scanners to mindset…
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A nine-year-old girl has waited nine months for dental treatment – and is still yet to be seen. In a new BBC report, it is revealed that the child, Grace, was put on a waiting list in January to have the tooth extracted using general anaesthetic. However, she is still waiting to have it out…
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Two London buses are now kitted out to help those who are homeless access vital services as the winter starts to roll in. The new initiative, Driving for Change, transformed the buses to aid the wellbeing of rough sleepers in the capital. From dental treatment and GP appointments to hot showers and haircuts, it is…
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Smiles at Sea is ‘levelling up health’ as it hits Cornwall and Devon to help provide dental care for coastal families. Neil Carmichael, chair of the ADG, praised the latest Smiles at Sea tour of Cornwall and Devon. The scheme is offering dental checks, oral cancer screenings and emergency treatment at four fishing ports in…
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Kicking off tomorrow (Saturday 9 October), this is your last chance to sign up for the North of England Dentistry Show. We are so excited to welcome you to the North of England Dentistry Show tomorrow at Manchester Central. A spectrum of exhibitors will be available to talk to, where you can learn about the…
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More vulnerable children will have access to dental care following a new partnership between Denplan and Dentaid. The fresh investment will fund 25 mobile ‘Denplan Outreach Clinics’ to help improve oral healthcare for those most in need. It will also support Dentaid’s Brightbites, an oral health education programme that teaches children about the importance of…
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Fancy gaining some recommended CPD completely free of charge? Sign up to the North of England Dentistry Show. Taking place this Saturday (9 October) at Manchester Central, delegates can gain four hours of recommended CPD in several topics. These include medical emergencies (two hours), complaints handling (one hour) and legal and ethical issues (one hour).…
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If you want to learn more about digital practice-lab connectivity, join Robert Chaffe and Steve Campbell for a free webinar tomorrow at 19:00 (Thursday 7 October). Have you ever wondered how digital workflow leads to improved case uptake? Or how to manage cases via cloud-based platforms? Join Align Education and guest speakers, Aesthetic Dentistry Awards 2021 finalist,…
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Health Secretary Sajid Javid bypassed NHS dentistry in the latest Conservative Party Conference, sparking fury from the profession. In his speech to party members, he did not mention the current state of NHS dentistry. Last month, however, he claimed that the UK needs to ‘level up’ on dental inequalities. Recent reports show that people across…
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Cemal Ucer and Aly Virani are just some of the expert speakers lined up to speak at the North of England Dentistry Show. Taking place on Saturday 9 October at Manchester Central, catch lectures at five different auditoriums, including the Implant/Dental Laboratory Theatre. Here delegates can access guidance and tips ranging from orthodontic technology…
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