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Improving oral healthcare over Easter

With Easter just around the corner, it will be open season for chocolate lovers. It is important, therefore, to ensure…

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Patients satisfied with dental care, survey finds

A new survey of more than 1,600 patients and members of the public has revealed that 96% of those who…

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General Dental Council looking for new recruits

The General Dental Council (GDC) is looking to recruit up to 35 Investigating Committee panel members, comprising approximately 13 dentists,…

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Generous supporters save Bridge2Aid

Exactly eight weeks after launching its urgent appeal, Bridge2Aid (B2A) has reached its target of £50,000. CEO Mark Topley said:…

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Dentists urged to speak out about new CPD proposals

Dental professionals have until 21 March 2014 to have their say on proposals to change continuing professional development (CPD) requirements…

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Dentists encouraged to support No Smoking Day

Dentists across the UK are being encouraged to take part in No Smoking Day by promoting quit aids and directing…

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Dental students brush away fear of the dentist

Dental students from Plymouth University Peninsula Schools of Medicine and Dentistry have been working with pupils at Mayflower Community School…

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High-fluoride toothpaste may benefit brace wearers

A Swedish study has found that high-fluoride toothpaste may prevent white spots from developing on the teeth when braces are…

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Private Dentistry Conference: current concepts

The Private Dentistry Conference is an exciting new premium event where the ‘real life’ issues and current concepts in private…

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Join Dentaid’s dental mission to Zimbabwe

Dentaid is offering an exciting opportunity for all members of the dental team to volunteer in Zimbabwe for two weeks…

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Inactive older men more prone to gum disease

Inactive, middle-aged men are at greater risk of developing gum disease compared to those who exercise regularly, a study has…

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Raising awareness of dental implants

Dentalcareplus, a leading provider of affordable dental implant treatments in the UK, has announced the launch of its forthcoming ‘Jack and…

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Urgent appeal from Bridge2Aid

Due to circumstances beyond Bridge2Aid’s control, the charity needs to raise at least £50,000 before 31 March 2014 to ensure…

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Elite 20: Zaki Kanaan in pole position

Zaki Kanaan has taken this year’s top spot in Private Dentistry’s Elite 20 poll, after taking second place for the…

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Diet to blame for ancestors’ tooth decay

Cavities and abscesses were abundant in the teeth of our ancient ancestors, according to a study led by British scientists.…

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New year, new name

The BDTA has now officially become the British Dental Industry Association (BDIA), reflecting the increasing diversity of its membership and…

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Call for action on cutting sugar

A study into the effects of sugars on our oral health has recommended cutting down on the sweet additive as…

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New president for the ADI

Dr Philip Friel took over the presidency of the Association of Dental Implantology (ADI) – the representative body of implant…

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Award for Peninsula Dental Social Enterprise

Peninsula Dental Social Enterprise has been awarded the prestigious Social Enterprise Mark at a ceremony held at Plymouth University during…

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