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Keir Starmer to abolish NHS England: the dental profession reacts
Prime minister Keir Starmer has announced he will abolish NHS England, the administrator managing the health service, as experts warn…
Dentistry
My first dental patient experience
Charlie Steward, a dental therapy student, shares his experience treating his first patient, offering insight into the challenges and lessons…
Dentistry
Discover the gold standard in orthodontic retention
Join consultant orthodontist Dr David Waring on Tuesday 18 March at 7pm as he discusses the gold standard in orthodontic…
Dentistry
What makes a good dental team?
Following their win at the 2024 Dentistry Awards, dentist Johanna Thompson and her team share their top tips for building…
Dentistry
Will supervised toothbrushing be effective? The profession reacts
The dental profession speaks out following the news that a national supervised toothbrushing scheme will be rolled out in early…
Dentistry
GDC announces new interim executive director of legal and governance
Katie Spears has been appointed as the new interim executive director of legal and governance at the General Dental Council…
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‘Reheated austerity’ – NHS dental charges to increase
NHS dental charges for patients in England will increase by around 2.3% from 1 April 2025, sparking criticism from the…
Dentistry
Is there gender bias in dentistry?
‘Creating an inclusive environment is crucial’: Anushika Brogan sheds light on how gender bias exists in dentistry and the need…
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Charging for private dental treatment: top tips to overcome the struggles
Jayne Gibson tackles the sometimes uncomfortable topic of charging treatment fees for private dentistry in the UK. Discussing treatment charges…
Business
Why Facebook groups are essential in dentistry
Nilesh Parmar discusses the rise of Facebook groups as an essential outlet for addressing challenges within the dental community, particularly…
Business
Is humour the unsung hero of dental consent?
The comedy of errors: Biju Krishnan explains why patient education in dental consent is no laughing matter. Patient education is…
Dentistry
Dentistry Awards 2025: last chance to enter!
With not long left to enter the Dentistry Awards, here’s everything you need to know about dentistry’s biggest party. The…
Dentistry
International Women’s Day 2025: the evolving role of women in dentistry
Stevie Farndon celebrates International Women’s Day 2025 by discussing the evolving role of women in dentistry and sharing insight on…
Dentistry
News you’ve missed this week – 8 March 2025
It’s been a busy week in the world of dental news. Missed the headlines? Here’s what’s happened over the past…
Dentistry
The influence of mentorship on professional growth
Cat Edney explores how mentorship shapes dental therapists’ growth, sharing insights from two professionals with diverse experiences. The journey of…
Columnists
Exclusive: it’s time that we change dentistry, says chief dental officer
Jason Wong, chief dental officer (CDO) for England, discusses the government’s priorities for dentistry and what it is doing to…
Dentistry
Career advice I’d give to my younger self – and still follow today
It’s National Careers Week – an opportunity to reflect on your career and look forward to your future. We spoke…
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Tech innovation with a human touch is a winner for Treeline Dental Group
Treeline Dental Group shares its strategy for success, from technological innovation to supporting employees. Embracing the latest technology in dental…
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How to keep your practice thriving
Food for thought: Pat Langley shares a few quick wins to keep your practice thriving throughout the year. Despite our…
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