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Kevin Lewis (1949-2025): dentistry’s voice of reason
Kevin Lewis, one of the most important voices in UK dentistry, has died at the age of 76. From general…
Dentistry
Put an end to dentists flipping burgers with ‘dental oases’, says ADG
The Association of Dental Groups introduces its solution to the dental deserts leaving patients in pain and overseas dentists working…
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Cannabis addiction triples risk of mouth cancer
Individuals with cannabis use disorder (CUD) were found to be more than three times more likely to develop oral cancer…
Dentistry
What to expect at the British Orthodontic Conference 2025
The British Orthodontic Conference has long been known for its speaker line-up – find out what this year’s event will…
Dentistry
Two thirds of UK dental hygienists work in private practice
More than two thirds of dental hygienists and half of dental therapists in clinical roles work in the private sector.…
Dentistry
Simplify to succeed: how better organisation can reduce stress and improve your dentistry
Juggling a busy dental practice and personal life can be overwhelming – but it doesn’t have to be. Professional organiser…
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Redesigning digital dentistry: a vision from the front lines
Guy Hiscott speaks to Pete Bailey about the challenges – and opportunities – of leading Mydentist’s digital transformation Technology is…
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Dental floss used for vaccine delivery
Dental floss can be successfully used to introduce vaccines to the tissue between the teeth and gums. In a new…
Dentistry
Check your indemnity and CPD, Dental Protection urges DCPs
Dental Protection has urged dental care professionals (DCPs) to check their CPD hours and ensure they have appropriate indemnity for…
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Long-term success of dental implants ‘relies on gum health’
Gum health is the ‘unsung hero’ of implant dentistry, playing an equally important role as bone integration in treatment success.…
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Conspiracy theories: patient understanding versus provider obligation
There was a time when the understanding of patients was broadly aligned with professional standards – Kevin Lewis asks how this…
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My vision as president of the Dental Technologists Association
Joanne Stevenson shares what she hopes to accomplish as the new Dental Technologists Association (DTA) president and how she aims…
Dentistry
Beetroot lowers blood pressure through oral microbiome changes
The blood pressure lowering effect of beetroot in older people may be due to its impact on the oral microbiome,…
Dentistry
How holistic wellness is redefining success in dentistry
Championing a vision of holistic dentistry that goes beyond fixing teeth, James Goolnik explains how his commitment to challenging norms…
Dentistry
Stepping away from the chair: finding direction in your dental career
What happens when 22 dental professionals get out of the clinic to consider the direction they want their career to…
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Regenerate, don’t restore: Victoria Sampson on early caries treatment with peptides
Victoria Sampson explores the benefits of guided enamel regeneration, a non-invasive peptide treatment for early caries. Many people are familiar…
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Pärla wins TV advertising support with Sky Media
Sustainable oral care brand Pärla has secured £200,000 worth of advertising with Sky Media as part of its 2025 Sky…
Dentistry
Supporting those experiencing bereavement in the dental workplace
Bereavement can be a taboo topic but often has a profound effect on those affected – Carly Francis shares her…
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ChatGPT ‘struggles’ with complex oral health questions
ChatGPT struggles with detailed answers to specialised queries around smoking and oral health, according to a new study. The research…
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