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People who experienced socioeconomic deprivation as children have been found to be 12-16% less likely to go to the dentist for preventive visits as teenagers and adults. A new University of Bristol study found that early socioeconomic disadvantage (SED) led to reduced dental attendance even at the age of 17, when NHS dental care is…
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The KaVo MASTERmatic M45L is a new addition to KaVo’s family of ‘reds’ – a speed-increasing handpiece that will lighten your workload. This latest addition to the MASTER series collection marks a significant breakthrough in access, visibility, and patient care within the dental industry. Designed with KaVo’s usual commitment to superior operator ergonomics and patient…
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Today we celebrate National Dental Hygienist and Dental Therapist Day, recognising the invaluable contribution dental hygienists and dental therapists make to dentistry. Now in its third year, the day is held annually on 1 May and was created in partnership with the British Association of Dental Therapists (BADT), the British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy (BSDHT) and the Irish Dental Hygienists’…
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Dentistry Practice Services, part of FMC, has announced that Rodericks Dental Partners, one of the UK’s leading dental groups, has selected the Dentistry Compliance platform to support compliance management across its 224 practices following a successful pilot. The rollout will introduce Dentistry Compliance across the group to provide practice teams with a clearer and more consistent way to manage daily…
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Dandy explores the increasingly essential scanning technology behind digital dentistry – and how Dandy Vision can help. Digital dentistry has rapidly moved from a ‘nice to have’ to an essential part of any modern practice. And, as adoption grows, clinicians are quickly learning that not all technology is created equal. Some scanners excel in speed,…
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Join Ezgi Demir on 6 May 2026 as she explains why wellbeing starts with dental professionals and shares mindfulness tips. To support dentists and dental teams in maintaining personal wellbeing and mental resilience, in order to practice safely, effectively, and sustainably in high-pressure clinical environments. Learning outcomes The speaker Ezgi Demir is a business professional,…
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We hear from writer, broadcaster and speaker Judith Holder on ageing, identity and why later life deserves a different narrative – particularly for dental professionals working with an older patient base. Judith reflects on a career in television and comedy, and how stepping away from it allowed her to rediscover a sense of freedom, purpose…
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Colgate Sensitive with Pro-Argin technology is clinically proven to provide instant,* and long-lasting pain relief.† Dentine hypersensitivity (DHS) is a chronic problem, affecting up to 57% of patients (Davari et al, 2013; Dam et al, 2022; Berg et al, 2021). Many patients do not report DHS at the dentist’s office and their sensitivity burden remains…
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Join Liz Price on 5 May at 7pm as she discusses how to navigate challenging patient contacts in dental practice. MDDUS knows that difficult patient interactions are among the most common triggers of stress, complaints, and claims in dental practice. These situations often arise from patient anxiety, unmet expectations, financial concerns or heightened emotions, and…
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Align Technology explores the benefits of the ClinCheck signature experience and how it is helping dentists deliver seamless, automated digital orthodontics. Nearly three decades ago, the Invisalign system transformed orthodontics with clear aligner therapy. Yet behind every smile was a complex, time-consuming treatment planning process. Clinicians had to submit physical impressions, write detailed instructions to…
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W&H enters the arena of innovative digital solutions with the Seethrough CBCT range, developed using solid research from leading clinicians. Adding to the existing portfolio of cutting-edge solutions, Seethrough brings to life the connectivity concept with two high-performance CBCT units that combine intuitive operation with high-quality 2D and 3D imaging producing an effective digital workflow…
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Around 7% of UK adults said they had carried out some form of DIY dentistry in a new survey – with some areas seeing levels as high as 14%. Of those who had attempted to perform their own dentistry, 35% said they had pulled out a loose or painful tooth with pliers. A further 44%…
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The QS World University Rankings by subject has been released for 2026 – find out which UK dental school ranked in the global top five. With an overall score of 90.1 out of 100, King’s College London took fifth place in the global rankings. It scored particularly highly for H-index citations (97.3/100), which measures the…
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When Dr Gurwinder Singh Dhesi set out to establish Bromsgrove Dental Specialists, his ambition was clear: to create a fully private, specialist-led practice that combined clinical excellence with an exceptional patient experience. Opened in May 2025, the practice is the culmination of months of planning, partnership and precision. As a specialist prosthodontist with a strong…
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A new dental school and NHS treatment hub is set to open in Gloucester in 2027, as pressure mounts to expand the dental workforce and improve patient access. The University of Gloucestershire and NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board (ICB) have agreed £3m in funding for the Three Counties Dental School, located within the university’s City…
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The SprintRay Midas World Tour features an exclusive CPD-verifiable masterclass with Dr Wally Renne, coming to Park Hyatt London River Thames on 22 May 2026. SprintRay is bringing the Midas World Tour to London – an exclusive hands-on educational masterclass showcasing the latest advancements in same-day chairside 3D-printed restorative dentistry. Developed in collaboration with Align…
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Join Rafael Belolchi on 29 April at 7pm as he discusses fundamental knowledge for treating even the most complex tooth whitening cases. This webinar is a practical lecture on mastering tooth whitening – from causes of discolouration to advanced techniques. Learn how peroxide works, manage sensitivity, treat complex and non‑vital cases, and deliver predictable whitening…
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A dentist removed from the General Dental Council (GDC) register for sending racially-motivated emails to former colleagues has had that decision overturned following a successful High Court appeal. In 2023, the dentist emailed their former employer asking for their name to be removed from the practice website as they did not want to be associated with ‘Indian…
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Cattani explains how its new suction system, the Turbo Smart TS Multiple Surgery System, is powering the future of dental care. In today’s fast-paced clinical environments, efficiency, reliability, and safety are no longer optional, they’re essential. The Turbo Smart TS Multiple Surgery system is engineered to meet these demands head-on, delivering high performance, intelligent control,…
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