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Organisation pledges to reduce barriers for overseas dental professionals

The International Dental Organisation UK (IDO UK) will formally launch in London on March 6, 2024. It aims to improve the quality of dental care and access to it and to support overseas dentists in...

In memory of John Brookman, 1931-2024

John Brookman, one of the founding board members of the Faculty of General Dental Practice and the founder of Vocational Training for GDPs, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2024, aged 92.

College to appoint next president

The College of General Dentistry has begun the process of appointing its next president.

What is stress, and how can we use it better in the dentistry industry?

Lee Eldridge suggests ways to manage professional pressure.

Community oral health service welcomes new chair 

Community Dental Services CIC (CDS CIC), a community dental services provider has appointed David Martin as chair of the board.  

UK eco-champion nominated as an international fellow

Davinder Raju has been nominated for a fellowship for the International College of Dentists (ICD) in recognition of his work promoting sustainability in dentistry. He is due to be inducted as a fellow...

Clinical advisory team launched

Bupa Dental Care has launched its new Clinical Advisory Team, designed to strengthen its clinical voice across the business. The team includes four specialist roles, each with a dedicated focus on...

The court of public opinion is overwhelmingly positive about dentistry

A recent comprehensive survey of the dental industry undertaken by Frank Taylor & Associates, provided encouraging, thoughtful and realistic insight into the current state of the market, future...

Celebrating dental excellence: 2023 award winners announced

Business Awards UK is proud to announce the winners and finalists of its 2023 Dentistry Awards. These awards celebrate the outstanding achievements of dental professionals who have excelled in...

Understanding shifts in the dental landscape

Martin Woodrow considers some of the major issues being faced in the UK right now.

Metaphors enable patients and caregivers to communicate their experiences of living with long-term conditions, research says

According to King's College London researchers, patients can provide a unique insight into their own physical and emotional world through their own words with intentional or unintentional metaphors.

‘Frustrated, annoyed and stressed’: Patients in Swindon struggling to access dental care

Politician says it is “borderline impossible” to get an NHS dentist in Swindon. The comments follow the release of updated information concerning available services.