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Final year at dental school: the unspoken challenges of being on the edge of graduation

Recent dental graduate Al Hussein Hamed opens up about what final year of dental school taught him – both as…

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How is dentistry different for today’s young dentists?

Mervyn Druian shares his thoughts on how dentistry is changing and his advice for those starting out in the profession.…

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‘A strong community ethos’: the hopes behind Plymouth’s new training centre and free urgent dental clinic

Gaby Bissett speaks to Robert Witton, chief executive of Peninsula Dental Social Enterprise (PDSE), about the new community dental practice…

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The art of reflection

Umair Afzal discusses how reflection can foster self-awareness, reduce burnout and enhance professional growth for young dentists. Since high school,…

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Managing imposter syndrome as a dental student

Hishaam Ahmad and Farhaan Lohn share how to combat imposter syndrome as a dental student and open up about their…

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Senedd members back calls for Bangor dental school

Wales voted in favour of a motion to establish a new dental school in Bangor following reports of a shortage…

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Building confidence and avoiding comparison

‘You will inevitably feel under pressure’: Umair Afzal discusses how to manage low confidence and comparison at the start of…

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Plans approved for new dental school

Plans to open a new dental school in Norfolk have advanced, supported by £1.5 million in funding. The new dental…

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A guide to common dental materials

Umair Afzal shares a simple and concise overview of dental materials for dental students – a game-changer for revision. While…

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‘Die Zirkonzahn Schule’ – Heroes of dental technology

Discover courses and schools for dental technicians and dentists in the heart of the Italian Alps at the Zirkonzahn School.…

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A brief overview of tooth wear

Umair Afzal shares a guide to understanding tooth wear, including the different types, preventative measures and what causes it. Tooth…

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How to get top marks in dental school finals

Umair Afzal shares his advice on note-taking, preparing for finals and how to remain motivated during revision. For the last…

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Plans for new dental school remain uncertain

Plans to open a new dental school at the University of East Anglia (UEA) are ‘not a done deal’ as…

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Are universities adequately preparing new dentists?

Neel Kothari questions whether new graduates have the competency, training and confidence required for safe clinical practice. You may have…

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The benefits of accurate simulation in dental training

Vanda Murray of KaVo UK and Ireland outlines the key benefits of utilising high end simulation units in dental training.…

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New path for overseas dentists approved by GDC

The General Dental Council (GDC) has approved a new dentistry degree that provides practical training for overseas students within primary…

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Catch up with this week’s dental news – 17 August 2024

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

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Sleep and routine: the key to success in dentistry?

Umair Afzal discusses why sleep, movement and a consistent routine are paramount for success and wellbeing as a dental student.…

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How to make the most of your time at dental school

To celebrate the DDU’s new student hub, Professor Ewen McColl and Amy Sharp discuss the realities of dental school life…

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