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The UK’s largest dental care provider mydentist has recently undertaken a significant merge, relocation and expansion of its Walsall practice following a substantial investment of £1.4 million. The new mydentist Walsall practice, which is now located on 2 Digbeth, St Matthew’s Quarter, was officially launched by practice manager Conor Batty and his team on Thursday 3 April 2025.…
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The Dental Leadership Network met to discuss the next generation of dental professionals and how best to train them for the demands of the profession. Convened by the General Dental Council (GDC), the Dental Leadership Network (DLN) met on 25 March 2025 to discuss the expectations, development and career of a new generation of dental…
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LonDEC’s multi-million pound, high-specification centre is dedicated to training all oral healthcare professionals. LonDEC aims to drive up clinical standards and improve clinical leadership via unrivalled opportunities for continuous personal and professional development. The centre delivers postgraduate education and CPD for all team members from a collection of fully equipped training suites that rival the…
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Academy footballers were found to be more likely to experience major dental issues and poor oral health than non-footballers at a similar age. This is according to a study of the oral health of players from 10 clubs across the Premier League, Championship and Women’s Super League. The majority of the 160 academy players (76.9%)…
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Dental Sky shares Renata Redka’s experience with The Wand as a tool for prioritising practitioner wellness as well as delivering pain-free anaesthetic to patients. Creating the ideal patient experience is essential for building a profitable and thriving dental business. However, many dentists often underestimate the part their own wellbeing plays in achieving successful outcomes. According…
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Practice Plan shares the story of Oswyn House Dental Practice as it transitioned from NHS to private and created a new brand identity. The loss of two associates to the private sector was the catalyst for Oswyn House Dental Practice owners Anthony and Helen Griffiths to start thinking – for them – the unthinkable. Principal…
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Compromised oral health has a significant negative impact on older adults’ quality of life including a greater risk of loneliness, a new study has found. Researchers from the UCL Eastman Dental Institute found that ‘maintaining good oral health in older age may be a protective factor against loneliness’. They said that people who reported at…
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Introducing Elevating ClearCorrect Excellence 2025, the conference designed to inspire, educate, and celebrate the incredible work of ClearCorrect clear aligner providers. Taking place on 5 and 6 June 2025 in Birmingham, this two-day event is packed with valuable insights, hands-on learning, and an exclusive awards night to recognise the best in clear aligner therapy. Day…
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Learn more about Zirkonzahn’s advanced milling unit on display at the ADI Team Congress and Dental Technology Showcase 2025. Zirkonzahn’s newest milling unit, the M6 Teleskoper Blank Changer, is the company’s answer to the increasing need of more automation as well as greater speed and performances. The company’s research and development team constantly works to…
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Align Technology explains the clear aligner innovations on show at its booth at the International Dentistry Show (IDS) 2025. The success of a dental practice largely depends on three key pillars: outstanding clinical outcomes, increased practice efficiency, and an optimised patient experience. Align Technology, the pioneer in clear aligner technology, has been supporting more than…
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Forward thinking sisters who are changing the face of caries management hosted a ‘meet the founders’ session at IDS on 25 March. According to the World Health Organization, tooth decay is one of the most pervasive global diseases. It affects around 2.3 billion people worldwide – around 30% of the population. The condition is non-communicable…
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Experts are calling for contract reform to maintain the dental workforce as a new report identified more than 5,500 unfilled NHS dental vacancies. The Fixing NHS Dentistry report was released by the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) today (4 April). As of March 2024, it found that there were more than 5,500 unfilled NHS positions including…
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Nearly 10,000 urgent appointments have been booked through a pilot scheme allowing the NHS 111 service to directly arrange appointments with practices. In mid and south Essex, NHS 111 can now add appointments directly into dental practice booking systems. The integrated care board (ICB) for the area said this is ‘significantly improving access to care’…
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VoiceStack introduces its AI phone system and the financial, organisational and problem solving benefits it can bring for dental practices. For many dental practices, daily operations revolve around one critical element: phone calls. A single missed call can mean losing a potential patient, while inefficient staff workflows or unclear marketing data can hinder growth. This…
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A new mural has been unveiled at Treeline Dental Suite in Sleaford, commissioned from street artist Peachzz. As the first signs of spring arrived, Treeline Dental Care was excited to unveil a brand new mural commissioned for an entire external wall at the Treeline Dental Suite in Sleaford. In the first week of March, Treeline’s co-founder…
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Smartee introduces the S8, S9 and S10 as solutions for mandibular repositioning to enhance your orthodontic treatments. Achieving ideal orthodontic treatment results goes beyond just aligning teeth, especially in complex Class II and Class III cases. Mastering mandibular repositioning is key to achieving functional balance, occlusal harmony, and long-term skeletal stability. With the right knowledge…
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Worsening climate change has been linked to an increased risk of mouth cancer and other dental diseases by a new study. The study found that extreme weather events due to climate change negatively impacted oral health in a number of ways. During events such as hurricanes or floods, people are less likely to have access…
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Bupa Dental Care has teamed up with The Wildlife Trusts to make a valuable contribution to the natural environment in local communities across the UK. The initiative will see Bupa Dental Care create greener spaces across its UK practices and connecting colleagues and patients with local natural environments. The Wildlife Trusts will also provide support…
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A man from Cornwall reportedly drove for more than 10 hours for an NHS dental appointment in Scotland after searching nearby for years. According to news reports, taxi driver Mark Formosa was unable to find an appointment anywhere near his home in Newquay, Cornwall. He said he cannot get an NHS dental appointment ‘for love…
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