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Are dental therapists going to save the NHS?

Cat Edney examines how the role of dental therapists has evolved in recent years and explores whether they might be…

Columnists

NHS to deliver dental checks for children at residential special schools

Children and young people in England with special educational needs in residential special schools and colleges are to be offered…

Dentistry

Nearly 250,000 could access weight loss jabs under NHS England

NHS England has proposed that patients likely to achieve the greatest clinical benefit from shedding weight are prioritised to receive…

Dentistry

CQC appoints new chief executive

Sir Julian Hartley will be appointed as the CQC’s new chief executive, it has been announced. Sir Julian has been…

Dentistry

Baby boomers live longer but are less healthy, study finds

New research found that baby boomers have a longer lifespan than previous generations but are more likely to experience illness,…

Dentistry

Exploring body dysmorphia and facial aesthetics

Zainab Al-Mukhtar discusses an important ethical dimension of facial aesthetic treatments and how to manage body dysmorphia in patients. Body…

Aesthetic dentistry

Designing a first-class team

Inspired by Dr Barry Oulton’s presentation to Practice Plan customers ‘How to build a team of high flyers’, Donna Hall…

Patient management

The Orthodontic Therapist Masterclass: a resounding success

Sarah Macdonald discusses why her Orthodontic Therapist Masterclass was such a success, and what attendees can expect from the next…

Dentistry

What to consider before embarking on a specialist career

Amardip Kalsi explains how he embarked on his specialist career and offers invaluable advice to younger dentists who may be…

Dentistry

News you’ve missed this week – 5 October 2024

It’s been a busy week in the world of dental news. Missed the headlines? Here’s what’s happened over the past…

Dentistry

Smooth transitions – an expert guide to the practice acquisitions landscape

Join Thomas Coates and Joel Mannix on Thursday 10 October as they discuss smooth transitions – an expert guide to…

Business

Benefits of water fluoridation in decline, review finds

New research suggests that water fluoridation is a cost-effective measure but only leads to a slightly lower prevalence of caries…

Dentistry

Mastering porcelain veneers: boost your confidence and achieve predictable results every time

Join Sam Jethwa on Wednesday 9 October at 7pm as he discusses mastering porcelain veneers: boost your confidence and achieve…

Aesthetic dentistry

Smoking rates of young adults in steep decline

New data has shown a steep decline in the smoking rates of young adults in the UK over the past…

Dentistry

Will the GDC take dental technology in the right direction?

General Dental Council (GDC) CEO Tom Whiting recently visited Byrnes Dental Lab to learn more about dental technology – Ashley…

Dentistry

Why dentistry’s pronouns are ‘we’ and ‘us’

Dentist Sharif Islam gives thanks to the work of dental nurses and explains why, for him, any successes are a…

Team management

The 2024 Private Dentistry Awards shortlist

FMC is delighted to announce the finalists for the 2024 Private Dentistry Awards – find out if you made it…

Dentistry

Dentistry’s guide to dental practice refurbishment

Dental practice refurbishment can be key to attracting and retaining patients and staff. An attractive exterior is inviting. A calming…

Dentistry

Working to your full potential as an orthodontic therapist

Award-winning orthodontic therapist Chrystal Sharp shares her top 10 tips for maximising your full potential and achieving success in the…

Dentistry