Dentistry

UK dental wholesaler says supplies are strained in face of coronavirus

A dental supply company has stopped accepting orders from the general public in response to increasing demands sparked by coronavirus.…

Dentistry

How to know when to dump your plan provider

Janet Mason is urging you to take the opportunity to assess the state of your professional relationship with your plan…

Dentistry

BSPD welcomes dental advice in report on children’s health

The British Society of Paediatric Dentistry (BSPD) has praised a report into children’s health across the UK. The latest ‘State…

Dentistry

Global face mask shortage following coronavirus is risking lives, says WHO

The World Health Organisation (WHO) warns that growing disturbance to the global supply of protective equipment following the outbreak of coronavirus…

Dentistry

If you have a problem with your team, then the problem is you

Leadership is a skill that can be learnt, not a matter of hierarchy, Mark Topley says. Are you struggling to…

Dentistry

Children’s oral health progress in Scotland and Wales ‘markedly outstrips’ England

Preventative support programmes and water fluoridation are among the latest recommendations made by Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health…

Dentistry

GDC releases statement on coronavirus

The General Dental Council (GDC) has stated the dental industry will likely face an increased burden if coronavirus continues to…

Dentistry

Patients perform ‘DIY’ tooth extractions as NHS dental demand grows

Residents in Plymouth are consuming alcohol and opiates before attempting at-home extractions, a council meeting heard. A local councillor gave…

Dentistry

Free webinar offering insight into maxillofacial orthopedics and orthodontics

You can learn how to treat primary, mixed and permanent dentition cases – and all for free. If you have…

Dentistry

90 seconds with…Simon Chard

Here we find out more about Simon Chard and why he got into dentistry, despite being told never do what…

Dentistry

Clinician reports on ‘rewarding’ experience with Bridge2aid

Keith McClean reports on his trip to Tanzania as part of Bridge2aid’s work to provide the community with dental care.…

Dentistry

GDPs in Scotland may be eligible for more maternity pay

General dental practitioners (GDPs) may qualify for higher maternity payments, following a decision by the Scottish government. Authorities amended the…

Dentistry

‘Safe Brace’ campaign launches to guide patients to safe treatment

A collaborative campaign has been launched to educate potential patients on safe orthodontic treatment. The Oral Health Foundation and British…

Dentistry

Ice Casino Review (Slovensko)

IVydajte sa na mrazivé dobrodružstvo do kráľovstva online hier s našou komplexnou recenziou Ice Casino, ktorá je špeciálne prispôsobená pre…

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Tips for making a positive impact in your dental practice

Want to wow your patients when they come for appointments? Nick Olive has some tips on making a positive impact.…

Dentistry

Dental practice launches patient’s implant into space

A dental surgery launched a patient’s new smile tens of kilometres into the space. Claire Nathan saw her implant bridge…

Dentistry

Low dental attendance among over 85s sparks push for regular check ups

New NHS figures reveal low dental attendance among older people, provoking calls for regular check ups. Statistics show only 41.3%…

Dentistry

Be part of the BDIA community

Daniel Davis reflects on his role as British Dental Industry Association president and what the group can offer the industry…

Dentistry

More than a fifth of UK workers avoid dentist for ‘fear of pain’

A fear of pain and financial worries put off British workers from visiting the dentist, a survey has revealed.  More…

Dentistry