Dentistry

One in 20 adults both smoke and vape, study finds

New research has revealed that the dual use of vape products and cigarettes is on the rise, with over one…

Dentistry

The key to success in 2025 is consistency

This new year, Lucie Simic shares why choosing consistency can deliver ‘transformative’ results for your practice. For the past few…

Business

Welsh dentists receive 6% pay rise subject to conditions

Described as ‘a complete break from precedent’, the Welsh government has offered NHS dentists a 6% pay increase in exchange…

Dentistry

Everything you need to know about apprenticeships

As we approach National Apprenticeship Week from 10 to 16 February 2025, Bupa Dental Care answers everything you need to…

Dentistry

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The ultimate membership-only practice model

Join Amber Aplin and Simon Reynolds on Tuesday 28 January as they discuss the ultimate membership-only practice model. In this…

Business

Refugee dental professionals given priority ORE access

The General Dental Council (GDC) has introduced a new policy granting priority Overseas Registration Exam (ORE) booking access to dental…

Dentistry

How will exemptions transform patient care?

Exemptions in focus: Rhiannon Jones explores how exemptions will transform patient care, enhance professional autonomy and support the delivery of…

Dentistry

Do ultra-processed foods obstruct jaw development?

A dental society has responded to a study which links consuming ultra-processed foods with stunted jaw development in children. The…

Dentistry

Three ways to master patient communication

Manrina Rhode shares her three top tips for mastering communication to help you enhance your patient interactions. Effective patient communication…

Aesthetic dentistry

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Practical application of attachments

Join Dr Mark Causey on Monday 27 January at 7pm as he discusses the practical application of aligner attachments. The…

Dentistry

Managing imposter syndrome as a dental student

Hishaam Ahmad and Farhaan Lohn share how to combat imposter syndrome as a dental student and open up about their…

Dentistry

Encouraging healthy habits for the new year

Anni Seaborne, head of general dentistry at Bupa Dental Care, discusses the importance of engaging patients in holistic health and…

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‘Mind the workforce gap’: ADG warns of 3,000-dentist shortfall

The Association of Dental Groups (ADG) warns of the significant gap in the dental workforce as it awaits the Labour…

Dentistry

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Discover what’s on in the Laboratory Zone

Calling all dental technicians, clinical dental technicians and lab owners: the North of England Dentistry Show is back this March!…

Dentistry

Experts call for obesity to be redefined

The definition and classification of obesity is medically flawed, according to a report that provides a new definition and diagnostic…

Dentistry

A student’s guide to dental trauma

In an effort to make the crucial topic a little less complex, Umair Afzal shares his guide to understanding dental…

Columnists

News you’ve missed this week – 18 January 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

Independent owners drive 82% of practices sales

First-time buyers, existing owners and small practice groups were behind 82% of dental practice sales in 2024 according to a…

Business

A step-by-step strategy for becoming a therapy-led practice

Introducing a therapy-led model requires a strategic plan – this month, Cat Edney shares how to make it as smooth…

Business