Dentistry

Dentists play a vital role in the fight against oral cancer

The Government and health ministers have acknowledged the vital role dentists play in detecting oral cancer. In Thursday’s Westminster Hall debate…

Dentistry

Newtron techology from Acteon

Acteon presents its Newtron ultrasonic handpieces. In this video you can see the range of products it has on offer…

Acteon

GDC receives damning report from the PSA

The GDC has received a damning report from the PSA over unacceptable organisational and personal failings at the organisation. The Professional…

Dentistry

Meet the 2016 finalists – Irish Dentistry Awards

It’s time to reveal the finalists for the 2016 Irish Dentistry Awards, and book tickets for the most anticipated Irish…

Dentistry

Evlynne Gilvarry says a reduction in the ARF is possible

Evlynne Gilvarry has announced that a reduction in the annual retention fee (ARF) for 2017 could be possible. In an…

Dentistry

‘Timetable needed’ for regulation reform

The Government has renewed its commitment to reforming health and social care regulation, with no specific timetables being made. Parliamentary Under-Secretary…

Dentistry

What’s in your Christmas coffee?

Denplan has moved to highlight the high sugar content found in some festive drinks this Christmas. Using the below video,…

Dentistry

Results of the BDA’s PEC announced

The results of the BDA’s Principal Executive Committee (PEC) have been announced, with Paul Woodhouse winning the UK-wide seat. The…

Dentistry

Oil-free compressors suitable for dentistry

Dürr Dental have been at the forefront of compressor development for nearly 60 years. Even their appearance belies their extraordinary…

Dentistry

Third NHS Confidence Monitor survey launched

Practice Plan has launched its third NHS Confidence Monitor survey to find out your thoughts on NHS dentistry. The NHS…

Dentistry

That was the year that was

Gary Anders, managing director of DPAS Dental Plans, reviews the year gone by and looks forward to 2016. Having taken…

Dentistry

Recommending dentists’ pay

The DDRB should go back to recommending dentists’ pay, not contract values, Michael Watson says. In February 1949 the House…

Dentistry

Board moves to improve dental regulation model

A new report has been published to make dental regulation ‘more coherent, streamlined and effective’. The Regulation of Dental Services…

Dentistry

Sugar tax backed by the Welsh Government

The Welsh Government has become the first parliament to back moves for a 20% sugar tax on sugary drinks. Although…

Dentistry

New powers for the GDC

The General Dental Council has been given the go-ahead to make changes to its fitness to practise proceedings, Sophie Bracken…

Dentistry

Introducing the winners of The Dentistry Awards 2015

Returning for a spectacular 10th year in a row, The Dentistry Awards 2015 proved the perfect occasion to celebrate everything…

Dentistry

Ian Brack appointed as interim chief executive and registrar at the GDC

Ian Brack has been appointed as interim chief executive and registrar of the General Dental Council (GDC). He will join…

Dentistry

Food Standards Scotland calls for a curb on addiction to sugar

Food Standards Scotland has published a reminder of the need to curb our addiction to sugar. This latest reminder comes…

Dentistry

Supporting the introduction of a sugar tax

Dentistry.co.uk pledges its support for the introduction of a sugar tax, says Sophie Bracken. Regardless of arguments for and against…

Dentistry