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Gum health found to signal early kidney dysfunction
The prevalence of periodontitis was twice as high in those showing early signs of kidney dysfunction in a new study,…
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The Week in Dentistry: NHS care gaps, child oral health and AI use
Welcome to The Week in Dentistry, a regular round-up of dental sector updates from across the profession, including this week’s…
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More than a cosmetic issue: why aligner hygiene matters for oral and overall health
Clear aligners have transformed modern orthodontics, providing patients with a discreet and effective alternative to fixed appliances. As treatment continues…
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Cuts to clinical academia pose ‘existential threat’ to dental training
Government cuts to clinical academia funding could leave dental schools without the senior staff needed to train the next generation…
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New brush biopsy could detect mouth cancer in under one hour
A brush test for mouth cancer could replace more than 90% of painful scalpel biopsy procedures, according to Queen Mary…
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Halfway through 2026 – is your CPD plan still on track?
LonDEC shares some advice for keeping your 2026 CPD plan on track, plus some courses that can help you catch…
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Former dentist found guilty of £92,500 NHS fraud
Former dentist Fariba Shameli has been found guilty of defrauding the National Health Service (NHS) out of more than £92,500…
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Nigel Carter OBE – the public voice of oral health
Dr Nigel Carter OBE, former chief executive of the Oral Health Foundation and one of UK dentistry’s most prominent public…
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Next Top Digital Dentist: reflections, growth and looking ahead
Last year Sheena Tanna became Dentistry‘s Next Top Digital Dentist. As her journey draws to a close, she reflects on…
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GDC to fix troubled ORE booking system with new candidate portal
The General Dental Council (GDC) has announced plans to overhaul its Overseas Registration Exam (ORE) booking system following widespread technical…
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A quick guide to the duty of candour
Leo Briggs explains how understanding both the ethical and legal duty of candour helps dental professionals respond appropriately and maintain…
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Living and working with endometriosis in dentistry
Anna Najran shares her experience of navigating endometriosis and adenomyosis alongside a career in dentistry, plus her advice for others…
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GDC challenged over lack of quality assurance for ORE prep courses
The General Dental Council (GDC) was challenged over the lack of formal quality assurance for Overseas Registration Examination (ORE) preparatory…
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From celebration to change: Vaisakhi in Parliament
Simran Bains reflects on the 19th annual Vaisakhi celebrations in Parliament and explains why faith leaders and healthcare professionals must…
Dentistry
The week in dentistry: Venezuela statement, new Dentally AI tool and community support
Welcome to The Week in Dentistry, a regular round-up of dental sector updates from across the UK and Ireland. This…
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ORE booking system failure leaves applicants without a seat
Dentists hoping to secure a spot to sit the Overseas Registration Exam (ORE) reported payment issues, errors and overloaded servers…
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High Court orders new sanction hearing in racist and sexualised comments case
Warning: This story contains comments of a racist nature and references to sexual violence A High Court ruling has exposed…
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Five lessons for getting started in implant dentistry
For dentists getting started in implant dentistry, supervised clinical experience can teach what textbooks cannot – Patric Aria Saraby shares…
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Who will you nominate for the Dentistry Top 50 2026?
The Dentistry Top 50 is back and we need you to nominate the best and brightest in the profession to…
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