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UK dentistry is third most expensive in the G7, study says
Research comparing the average cost of dental treatments in the G7 found that the UK was the third most expensive…
Dentistry
One quarter of adults have delayed dental care due to cost, study says
One third of adults said the cost of dental care had affected the type of treatment they had, with a…
Dentistry
How much attention have you paid to the dental news this week? – 11 November 2023
It’s been a busy week for dental news. Missed it? Here’s what’s happened over the past seven days… Mouth cancer…
Dentistry
Data reveals negative impact of cost of living crisis on attitudes to dentistry
Newly released data has demonstrated the impact of the cost of living crisis on the UK public’s perception of dentistry…
Dentistry
How can my practice survive the cost of living hikes?
With inflation still cripplingly high, how can practices navigate the cost of living storm? This was one of Dentistry’s Biggest…
Dentistry
How we could solve the cost of living crisis within NHS dentistry
Mohsan Ahmad considers the impact the cost of living crisis is having on NHS dentistry – and puts forward potential…
Dentistry
How much attention have you paid to the dental news this week? – 20 May 2023
It’s been a busy week for dental news. Missed it? Here’s what’s happened over the past seven days… GDC versus…
Dentistry
Dentistry and the cost of living crisis – views from the profession
We hear from three dentists about the impact of the cost of living crisis and how it is – or…
Dentistry
Simple switch combats rising cost of practice management
Simon Reynolds, managing director at Patient Plan Direct, explains how the ‘simple switch’ process of changing plan providers can reduce…
Dentistry
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Costs leave one quarter of patients delaying or avoiding treatment
Current costs are leaving one quarter of patients delaying or avoiding treatment, according to new statistics. With NHS dental charges…
Dentistry
‘Shocking survey’ shows four in five teachers provide students with toothpaste
As the cost of living crisis continues to bite, new research shows that the majority of teachers are now providing…
Oral health
GDC increases ARF level for 2023
The General Dental Council (GDC) has released its new Annual Retention Fee (ARF) level for 2023 and confirmed its new…
Dentistry
The business of dental efficiencies
Ken O’Brien offers guidance on where to get started in considering what business efficiencies are needed and do-able to help…
Dentistry
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‘Give up looking for an appointment’ – investigation reveals ongoing crisis within NHS dentistry
From a dentist suggesting people ‘give up’ looking for an NHS appointment to children’s treatments that break the bank –…
Dentistry
The importance of practice cost savings in the current climate
Simon Reynolds shares six reasons why it’s an important time to look at cost savings in your practice and the…
Dentistry
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How will the cost of living crisis impact your retirement plans?
Adam Thompson shares financial insights on what the current economic climate means for dentists’ pensions and investments for retirement. As…
Dentistry
Dental news you’ve missed this week – 18 June 2022
Missed out on this week’s dental news? No problem, here’s what happened over the past seven days… Reform of NHS…
Dentistry
Cost of living crisis: one in five concerned over dental affordability
As the cost of living continues to soar, one in five Brits fear they may not be able to afford…
Dentistry
Cost of living crisis – woman forced to choose between heating or saving her tooth
A woman said she had to sacrifice saving her own tooth in order to pay for heating. According to a…
Dentistry