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Dental recovery plan has failed, NHS leaders admit

The previous government’s proposed dental recovery plan has not been successful, NHS leaders have acknowledged. The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) heard from senior government officials yesterday (13 February) on the progress of the plan which was released in February last year. One of the plan’s measures, the ‘Golden hello’ incentive, aimed to encourage dentists to…

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‘This has changed my whole life’: Dentaid’s remarkable impact

Dentistry‘s Lucy Veal visits a Dentaid dental unit to witness firsthand the transformative care they provide to vulnerable communities. ‘This has changed my whole life.’ These were the words of just one of many patients whose suffering was relieved by Dentaid The Dental Charity during my visit to their mobile dental unit. On this day,…

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Ortho-restorative treatment planning for holistic patient care

Join Robbie Hughes on Tuesday 18 February at 7pm as he discusses ortho-restorative treatment planning for holistic patient care. This webinar will discuss case presentations involving simulated outcomes of ortho-restorative workflows. Robbie will show examples of cases planned using Invisalign Smile Architect, discussing how utilising Align Oral Health Suite can transform your daily practice and…

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‘Little change’ to oral health gap in England, report finds

A new oral health survey has revealed that ‘wide variation’ in the prevalence of decay in five-year-old schoolchildren across England remains. Five-year-olds in the most deprived areas of the country were more than twice as likely to have experienced decay (32.2%) compared to those in the least deprived areas (13.6%). In addition, the survey found…

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Calling time on NHS dentistry: how to make the move to private dentistry

Join Les Jones, Zoe Close and Manish Chitnis on Thursday 13 February at 7pm as they discuss how to make the move to private dentistry. The aim of this webinar is to provide guidance to dental professionals considering the transition from NHS to private dentistry. Les Jones, creative director of Practice Plan, hosts this live…

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How to avoid your lawyer – legal best practice for dental practice owners and managers

Join Thomas Coates, Deniz Altin and Jessica Rogers on Wednesday 12 February at 7pm as they discuss legal best practice for dental practice owners and managers. This webinar will host a broad discussion about all legal issues relevant to dental practice ownership and management with experts from corporate (Thomas Coates), employment and HR (Jessica Rogers)…

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How does NHS dental access compare across England?

Access to NHS dentistry is uneven across England, according to new data analysing A&E visits, staff turnover and access to dentists. There were around 26.2 full-time equivalent (FTE) dentists per 100,000 people in England as of March 2024. The east of England (24.3) and the south west (24.4) recorded the lowest figures, while London (27.6) and…

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Lung cancer in non-smokers on the rise

The number of lung cancer diagnoses amongst people who have never smoked is increasing globally, says the World Health Organization’s (WHO) cancer agency. According to a new study published in The Lancet Respiratory Medicine journal, air pollution is said to be an ‘important factor’ in this rise. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) estimates…

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North of England Dentistry Show – new speakers revealed

With the North of England Dentistry Show taking place this March, discover the new speakers taking the stage to share their insights and expertise. Mark your calendars for the 2025 North of England Dentistry Show! Featuring the latest in dental technology, hands-on workshops and an exhibition with over 100 top suppliers, this year’s show promises…

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Service costs for dental foundation training to increase

Service cost payments to practices hosting foundation dentists are set to increase for the first time in a decade. Currently, practices receive £64,164 per year for all of the associated practice costs of providing dental foundation training (DFT). This amount is set to rise to £65,244, in line with the expenses increase applied to contracts.…

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Funding stalls for NHS dentistry, dental leaders warn

Following a ‘damning’ report into NHS funding, dental leaders have urged the government to ‘put its money where its mouth is’ and fix NHS dentistry. Published today (29 January), the new public accounts committee (PAC) report into NHS financial sustainability examined whether the NHS has the funding and resources needed to provide sustainable healthcare services.…

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The Dentistry Awards: a summer of celebration

The Dentistry Awards 2025 are making a seasonal shift to June, transforming into the ultimate summer party. Enter now! It’s time to mark your calendar – the Dentistry Awards will now take place on 6 June 2025. Imagine longer, lighter evenings, vibrant summer vibes and the perfect opportunity to honour excellence in dentistry against a…


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