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The government has reportedly defunded the NHS Rainbow Badge Partnership, a scheme aiming to foster LGBT inclusivity in healthcare settings. It was announced on 9 February that the NHS Rainbow Badge Partnership would be coming to an end. The LGBT foundation, one of the charity partners within the project, said this was ‘due to lack of funding’.…
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PortmanDentex shares its mission to reimagine group dentistry and wellness enabling happier and healthier futures for patients, clinicians and colleagues. If you weren’t already aware, Portman Dental Care and Dentex Health merged in April 2023 to form one of the most prominent providers of privately focused dental care in UK and Ireland. This week, with…
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The Dental Practice Accelerator programme is up and running for winner Hannan Saleem and his practice – now, the crucial work of building a roadmap for growth begins in earnest. The Dental Practice Accelerator programme – powered by sponsorship from Align Technology – is now well underway, with winner Hannan Saleem and his practice London Dental…
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The BDA says it is ‘appalled’ at claims from politicians that the NHS dentistry crisis is being worsened by immigrants. The Telegraph reported on 7 February that Conservative MPs and Reform UK (formerly UKIP) said the high number of new arrivals in Britain was driving an ‘unquenchable demand’ for health services. Conservative backbenchers also encouraged prime…
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Learn more about the application of crown lengthening in cosmetic dentistry – EduDent introduces its one-day masterclass. The one-day (seven hours’ CPD) event is aimed at clinicians interested in learning more about crown lengthening and its application in particular, to enhancing cosmetic cases. Short term orthodontics and cosmetic bonding can really change a smile, but…
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Key figures in the UK dental profession have shared their thoughts on the recently-released NHS dental recovery plan. The government’s long-awaited recovery plan for NHS dentistry was released yesterday (7 February) to a mixed response from the dental profession. The report promises measures such as a one-off £20,000 for dentists to work in under-served areas, an…
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Straumann explains how offering clear aligner treatment can prove a lucrative revenue stream for your practice. If the recent demise of Smile Direct Club showed that aligners based on at-home moulding kits at a ‘discount’ price was always a recipe for disaster, it also showed just how in demand clear aligner treatment is. A reported…
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Bupa Dental Care celebrates National Apprenticeship Week with inspiring stories from dental nurse apprentices. As we approach National Apprenticeship Week from 5 to 11 February, Bupa Dental Care’s latest research that shows 76% of healthcare workers feel that their job makes a real difference to society. However, 27% of those outside the healthcare sector lack the…
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Adhese Universal is a light-cured single-component adhesive for bonding direct and indirect restorations. One adhesive for complete flexibility. Sustainability is more than a buzzword Because your routine workload is already heavy enough, Ivoclar offers you solutions that are designed to help streamline your workflows and save time, materials and money. In this context, sustainability is…
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Get ready to be part of something extraordinary! Listerine invites you to the 2024 Dental Hygienist Roadshow and exclusive Q&A forums. This is your chance to explore the introduction of an adjunctive mouthwash and its transformative effects on patient oral health. Sign up to register your interest in attending our exclusive Q&A Forum: Engage with…
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The One Team – One Future Leadership Conference offered a jam-packed day of connection and growth. Rowan Thomas shares her thoughts on the event. On Tuesday 5 December, delegates from across the Portman-Dentex network gathered at the Hilton Metropole in Birmingham for the One Team – One Future Leadership Conference. The event was the first…
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New research has revealed which song has the most positive impact on patients in a healthcare waiting room. Practice management company Tebra first analysed 286 playlists on Spotify with ‘waiting room’ or terms associated with healthcare environments in the title. ‘Don’t Stop Believin” by Journey was found to be the most popular waiting room song.…
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Software of Excellence offers a solution that empowers dental practitioners to understand, optimise and unlock the untapped potential of their practice. Running a dental practice can be both rewarding and challenging. The daily pressures and responsibilities often consume your time and attention, leaving little room to explore new avenues for growth. However, Software of Excellence…
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Do you love flowable composites but hate bubbles? DD explains the pros and cons of composite. We love flowable composites because of the ease of placement and the excellent wetting of the tooth with its lower viscosity. We are tormented, however, by the constant threat of bubbles that so often appear as we syringe the…
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Elevate your expertise in a range of orthodontic skills – DB Orthodontics introduces its portfolio of educational courses. Collaboration with leading professionals from the orthodontic, dental and dental technology industries is at the heart of DB Orthodontics, and this fuels a passion for providing world class educational courses. DB Orthodontics invites you to discover six…
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A new study found that around 50 days of productive time per employee were lost to poor physical and mental wellbeing in 2023. Vitality’s recently-released Britain’s Healthiest Workplace survey polled almost 5,000 employees at 59 workplaces. It found that on average, 43.6 days were lost to unproductive time in the workplace and 6.1 to sickness…
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Damira Dental Studios discusses the benefits of joining the team and the job opportunities currently available in Damira practices. In the dynamic field of dentistry, securing a workplace that meets your professional goals is crucial. Damira Dental Studios distinguishes itself as a top choice for dental professionals, providing modern facilities, a supportive work environment and…
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Bupa Dental Care is celebrating its 25th anniversary – learn more about the team who have made the London Bank practice what it is today. On 29 January 1999, Bupa began offering dental care after acquiring a small number of dental practices in central London. The largest of these is Bupa Dental Care London Bank, which has…
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One third of adults said the cost of dental care had affected the type of treatment they had, with a quarter having to delay treatment for this reason. This is according to new statistics published by the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities (OHID) on 25 January. To collect the data, OHID polled 6,343 adults…
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