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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…
Dentistry
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…
Dentistry
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…
Dentistry
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…
Dentistry
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…
Dentistry
‘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…
Dentistry
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…
Dentistry
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…
Dentistry
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…
Dentistry
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.…
Dentistry
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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Calls for dental school to boost number of NHS dentists
Calls are being made for the creation of a new dental school in Dorset in a bid to increase the…
Dentistry