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Uncertainty and terror: a tale of fitness to practise

Eddie Scher reveals the story behind the harrowing first-hand experience of his fitness to practise hearing to Guy Hiscott and…

Implant dentistry

New investigation finds illegal tooth whitening ‘running rampant’

A BBC investigation has revealed the scale of illegal tooth whitening across the west of England. Undercover reporters found one…

Aesthetic dentistry

The untouchables

Ninian Peckitt shares his story of being erased from the dental register by the GDC (read the GDC’s response to…

Dentistry

Dental costs causing people to delay treatment

Dental costs are causing 19% of the population to delay treatment, according to a new survey. The survey, from Get…

Dentistry

How to recommend private treatments

Kevin Lewis explains how ‘ridiculous’ the NHS and GDC guidelines are on how to recommend private treatments. Many years ago,…

Private Practice

LGA calls for child-friendly labelling on sugary drinks

The BDA has backed councils for their leadership on sugar, after the LGA called for child-friendly labelling on sugary drinks. The…

Dentistry

Will the GDC’s action plan change anything?

Seb Evans reviews the GDC’s action plan following the PSA’s whistleblowing investigation. This week the GDC published its action plan after the…

Dentistry

Inaugural EAS congress a heartfelt success

Love was definitely in the air in Vienna over Valentine’s weekend (13 and 14 February 2016) however it was love for clear…

Orthodontics

TMJD treatment training with bite

After survey reveals 80% of dentists have TMJD patients they are unable to help1 first peer to peer training for…

Orthodontics

Join experts at Endodontic Skills Development Day 2016

Endodontic Skills Development Day 2016 is a one-day event on 8 July for general dental practitioners looking to excel in…

Endo Features

Patients’ delight with treatment from Plymouth University dental students

Almost all (99.97%) of NHS patients treated by dental students at Plymouth University’s Dental Education Facilities would recommend them to…

Young Dentist

Nanostructured titanium makes dental implants easier for patients and surgeons

Nanostructured titanium implants, along with new techniques, could help shorten treatment time for patients, a new study has shown. The…

Implant dentistry

NHS England and HEE announce first Dental Clinical Leadership fellowships

NHS England and Health Education England have launched the first Dental Clinical Leadership fellowships in the NHS, in England. The fellowship…

Dentistry

The recommendation game

Guy Meyers explains how to use patient testimonials and recommendations to help your dental practice. The benefit of patient recommendation…

Software of Excellence

Become a Select owner today

Select Villages presents a unique opportunity to buy a distinct part of a four-star luxurious holiday cottage, serviced by central leisure facilities,…

Private Practice

Oral health issues cost UK economy £36.6 million each year

Employees missing work due to oral health issues costs the UK £36.6 million a year, according to a new study.…

Oral health

FGDP(UK) says levels of sugar in hot drinks is ‘shocking’

The FGDP(UK) says the ‘shocking’ amount of sugar in some hot drinks is evidence of the need for bold action. A survey…

Dentistry

BDA Careers Day – helping young dentists take the next step

Sophie Bracken attended the recent BDA Careers Day event in London, a day specifically designed to help young dentists plan…

Young Dentist

Why aren’t we talking about gum disease more?

Living with gum disease is not easy. Its prevalance remains high and it can affect patients’ overall health, leading to…

Oral health