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‘Feelings of humiliation and panic’ – why the GDC’s approach to deadlines needs to change
We hear from a practice owner who explains why the current approach to ARF deadlines is having an ‘irreversible’ impact…
Dentistry
‘Size doesn’t matter’ – BDA casts doubt on government promises
The government’s promises of a ‘big package of change’ for NHS dentistry have been received with scepticism from the dental…
Dentistry
Plant-based eating and dentistry – adapting to a changing world
As we celebrate Veganuary, Dr Bijal Sisodia-Shah and Dr Keval Shah explain how dental professionals can navigate questions from patients…
Dentistry
The many benefits of follow-up systems
Treatment coordinator Tracie Barnett discusses how to create an effective follow-up system, and why they are ‘crucial’ for patients and…
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A love-hate relationship with flowable composites
DD breaks down the pros and cons of flowable composites, along with their role in contemporary dentistry. We love flowable…
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The young dentists shaping the future of dental care
We hear why mydentist is investing in young dentists, and how its clinical network and training resources are a ‘game-changer’. …
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Revolutionising dental pay: the case for annual salaries over hourly rates
Lucie Simic calls for annual salaries in dentistry, and discusses why this shift would boost job satisfaction, professionalism, and…
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Calls made to reform overseas registration exam in dentistry
Calls are being made for urgent reform to the overseas registration exam to help boost the dental workforce. The Association…
Dentistry
Business planning for success
The strategic blueprint: Eleanor and Emily Pittard discuss how to make an effective business plan that will be a powerful…
Business
A bright start to a new century
Ivoclar celebrates and reflects on the past century as the company marks its landmark 100-year anniversary. As an expression of…
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European Parliament’s amalgam ban: views from the dental profession
As the European Parliament votes to ban dental amalgam from 1 January 2025, the UK dental profession has shared its…
Dentistry
The GDC and the High Court – a dentist’s considerations
As the GDC hits the headlines once again, Simon Thackery wonders if this is the only road the regulator has…
Dentistry
Six Nations to use concussion-detecting mouthguards
Players in the forthcoming Six Nations will wear smart mouthguards to detect head injuries that require off-field assessments. The technology…
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‘Like a battlefield’ – dentist details volume of dental sepsis cases
The profession is warning of increased cases of dental sepsis amidst ongoing access problems in UK dentistry. As part of…
Dentistry
Overcoming challenges to realise the dream
Dr Amandine Beke explains how she took her vision for her new practice, Vere Dental, from dream to reality. Setting…
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Dencraft on winning Best Aesthetic Laboratory
Leanne Levick, laboratory manager at Dencraft, discusses how it felt to win Best Aesthetic Laboratory and her advice for maintaining…
Dentistry
‘Take action now’ – research sparks plea to ban energy drinks for children
Following new research about the impact of energy drinks on children, more than 40 health organisations including the British Dental…
Dentistry
National newspaper launches campaign to save NHS dentistry
The BDA has backed a national newspaper’s campaign calling for action to be taken on the ‘intolerable’ state of NHS…
Dentistry
Kanye West’s ‘titanium teeth’ – what does the dental profession think?
It has emerged that Kanye West has reportedly had ‘titanium fixed prosthodontics’ installed – but what does the dental profession…
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