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We hear from sports dentist Umair Mohammed, one of only a handful of clinicians worldwide to hold an MSc in sports dentistry, on why oral health belongs at the heart of athletic performance. Umair reflects on carving out a niche many once dismissed, combining his background in sport with his clinical career to help shape…
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National Careers Week (2-7 March) is a timely opportunity to reflect on the many rewarding routes into dentistry and the opportunities the profession offers at every stage. Dentistry is a profession that’s powered by people and shaped over time through the skills you develop, the support around you and the choices that guide your next…
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Listerine explores the latest evidence on mouth rinses containing essential oils as an adjunct in everyday oral care routines. Effective plaque control is central to the prevention and management of gingival inflammation. While toothbrushing and interdental cleaning are fundamental components of daily oral hygiene, evidence indicates that mechanical plaque removal alone is often insufficient to…
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Tipton Training analyses the dental landscape in London – what has changed and how can dental professionals keep up? Over the past decade, patient expectations in dentistry have evolved dramatically, and nowhere is this more apparent than in London. Patients here are highly informed, selective, and outcomes-driven. They research clinicians online, compare treatment options, review…
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NHS charities across the UK have been awarded £500,000 to invest in creating and improving green spaces, which research has revealed have significant benefits for staff and patients alike. The award is the third round of funding dedicated giving NHS staff, patients and communities better access to nature, and will be divided between 15 NHS…
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Scottish dental, medical and nursing graduates would have to work in the NHS for five years or repay tuition support under a new Scottish Labour Party tie-in proposal. Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar said he would implement the ‘train here, stay here’ policy if elected as first minister in this year’s Holyrood election. It would…
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Prime minister Keir Starmer has pledged to make the student loan system ‘fairer’, but what does this mean for the next generation of dental professionals? The government has suggested that reforms of the student loan system such as reducing interest rates and altering the repayment threshold are being considered. The British Dental Association (BDA) welcomed…
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Listerine explains the often overlooked benefits that daily mouthwash can provide and the evidence behind them. Effective plaque control remains the cornerstone of both gingivitis management and the prevention of periodontitis. While mechanical plaque removal through toothbrushing and interdental cleaning is fundamental, evidence shows that mechanical methods alone are often insufficient to achieve and sustain…
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Discover Clarity Portal’s ability to give you the freedom to choose the best orthodontic treatment for your patients. Imagine having the flexibility to treat each patient exactly as their case demands – without being limited by a single modality or platform. Today’s orthodontic landscape is evolving, and so are your patients’ expectations. They want aesthetics,…
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Join Paul Tipton on 5 March at 7pm as he discusses essential aspects of occlusion for the general dental practitioner. Often regarded as one of the most challenging concepts in restorative dentistry, occlusion can feel complex and abstract. This session is designed to demystify occlusion by breaking it down into clear, logical principles that are…
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Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS) introduces Modules 3 and 4 of its Postgraduate Diploma in Dental Implant Reconstructive Surgery. Following the strong diagnostic, planning and restorative foundations established in Modules 1 and 2, clinicians on the Postgraduate Diploma in Dental Implant Reconstructive Surgery at BSMS progress into the core surgical and reconstructive elements of…
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Henry Schein explores some of the findings of its Trusted Partner Report, which includes insight into dental professionals’ attitudes towards AI. Over the past year, AI has quickly been adopted by the wider public as the new normal – and it was only a matter of time before such technology made its way into the…
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Join Nick Moore and James Connan on 4 March at 7pm as they discuss a real practice sale success story demonstrating that you can value today and sell for more tomorrow. By the end of this webinar, attendees will understand how dental practice value can be improved well in advance of a sale. They will…
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Emily Pittard catches up with her younger self to reflect on girlhood, turbulent school years, and inherited strength. I spot her straight away – grass-stained knees, hair doing its own thing, quietly humming to herself while drumming a rhythm on the table with two sugar sticks she’s decided are drumsticks. She’s 10, full throttle, and…
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Just over 27% of children in Wales were found to have experienced tooth decay in a new survey, which had fallen from 32.4% the previous year. The NHS Wales Dental Epidemiology Programme survey examined the teeth of 8,526 children across Wales in the 2024/5 academic year. It found that in an average class of 30…
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The British Fluoridation Society (BFS) recently held a live webinar to share the learnings from the recent successful expansion of water fluoridation in the north east of England, as this was the first important test of new legislation from the 2022 Health Care Act. This move transferred responsibilities to the Secretary of State, launched by…
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Join Ashish Soneji on 3 March at 7pm as he discusses how to achieve functional and aesthetic harmony in real-world clinical scenarios. This webinar will provide a structured understanding of how to manage challenging everyday clinical scenarios and clinical tool kit required to help you achieve this. Learning outcomes The speaker Ash Soneji qualified from…
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The government has announced a £485 million budget uplift for GPs, leading experts to question why funding for dentistry has remained static for so long. The British Dental Association (BDA) said that NHS dentistry has operated with a flat budget for a generation, with government contributions in 2023/24 lower than in 2010/11. Meanwhile, the £485…
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The 700,000 additional dental appointments promised by the government will now apply to a broader scope of cases, following criticism of the limited amount considered ‘urgent’. In February 2025, the government announced that 700,000 additional urgent dental appointments would be rolled out across England. However, chief dental officer (CDO) for England Jason Wong said the scope…
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