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Man forced to drive 1,000 miles for NHS dental care

A man from Cornwall reportedly drove for more than 10 hours for an NHS dental appointment in Scotland after searching…

Dentistry

From prevention to policy: the power of dental hygienists and therapists

Rachael England explores why dental hygienists and therapists are vital in improving global oral health and advancing preventative care. For…

Dentistry

Why protection matters when moving to private practice

Wesleyan Financial Services explains why insurance, income protection and critical illness cover are crucial when transitioning from NHS to private…

NHS to Private

Mother’s Day 2025: finding balance for mothers in dentistry

This Mother’s Day, Raabiha Maan and Robiha Nazir share how they juggle motherhood and dentistry, and what they are hoping…

Dentistry

The challenge of self-promotion

Shaz Memon reveals why the dental profession may benefit from rethinking its approach to self-promotion Many people find self-promotion uncomfortable,…

Dentistry

News you’ve missed this week – 29 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

Is eco-conscious dentistry truly achievable? – insight from a conservationist

Naturalist and adventurer Cat Capon speaks about the dos and don’ts of eco-conscious dentistry – and why sustainable living is…

Business

What labs wish dentists knew about digital dentistry

In an effort to bridge the knowledge gap between labs and dentists, Ashley Byrne shares what labs wish every dentist…

Columnists

What impact will the GDC’s updated CPD scheme have on dentistry?

John Makin explores the GDC’s revised CPD guidance documents and the impact these changes will have on dental professionals. A…

Dentistry

The business of biofilm – part two

In the second of two articles, award-winning dental hygienist Claire-Louise Berry considers the core strategies for successfully marketing a ‘sexy’…

Dentistry

Inspiring women to stay and thrive in dental technology

Nina Frketin asks how we can motivate the next generation of women to consider a career in dental technology and…

Laboratory

Spring statement 2025 – reaction from the dental profession

The spring statement was delivered by chancellor Rachel Reeves today – but what does it all mean and how has…

Business

My top 10 tips for young dentists

Dentistry is not just about teeth – it is about people, emotions and trust, says Riaz Sharif. Here, he shares…

Dentistry

How to be a wise leader in dentistry

Leading with wisdom: practice owner Sarika Shah shares her six strategies to be a wise leader in dentistry. We are…

Private Practice

Navigating sustainability compliance: what every practice must know

Join Mark Topley on Tuesday 1 April at 7pm as he discusses navigating sustainability compliance: what every practice must know.…

Business

Virtual surgical planning in oral surgery leads to ‘improved patient outcomes’

Virtual surgical planning (VSP) in oral surgery can improve surgical precision, reduce operative times and enhance patient outcomes. This is…

Clinical Dentistry

Why the NHS never seems to get the message about dentistry

Prevention and oral health promotion should be a first priority, but have always been an afterthought in NHS thinking –…

Columnists

Behind the scenes of dental care at London Zoo

Senior veterinary officer Taina Strike shares how London Zoo cares for the oral health of its animals and the most…

Dentistry

Nearly one in four children skip toothbrushing

A new survey has revealed that nearly a quarter of children (24%) skip toothbrushing altogether because they ‘forget or become…

Dentistry