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Scammers are targeting dental patients desperate for care, says association

The British Dental Association (BDA) has said the government must step up and honour its pledges to save NHS dentistry, as evidence shows scammers are targeting patients across the country desperate...

Labour budget is a ‘huge disappointment for NHS dentistry’

Labour released its first budget in 14 years in October 2024, announcing a £40bn extra tax take that fell mainly on the business sector.

NHS England chair to stand down in March 2025

Richard Meddings, the chair of NHS England, has notified the secretary of state that he will stand down from his role at the end of March 2025.

Artificial mouth developed to help understand the oral processing of foods

Researchers from INRAE and their Japanese counterparts at Fujita Health University have collaborated to design the first artificial mouth with a tongue that can be programmed to simulate the...

The start of a trend back to NHS dental practice?

Luke Moore discusses the current dental market trends, highlighting an increase in NHS activity.

Millions of workers lack access to workplace healthcare, report reveals

A report published by the Royal Society for Public Health Nearly has found that half (47 per cent) of the UK workforce does not have access to essential health support, such as routine health checks...

Government announces disposable vapes ban from June 2025

Health, waste and enforcement organisations have welcomed the government’s decision to proceed with a ban on the sale of disposable vapes from the June 1, 2025.

Framework for tackling sexual misconduct welcomed

Dental Protection has welcomed steps taken by NHS England to ensure sexual misconduct in the workplace is recognised, reported and acted on, and that staff affected feel supported.

Dental association calls for ‘a 21st century service’ in Scotland

The British Dental Association (BDA) Scotland has responded to research from the BBC that suggests six Scottish council areas are now ‘dental deserts’.

Environmental sustainability in the dental practice

A book set to be published in November 2024 has examined the steps primary healthcare providers, including dental practices, can take to reduce their environmental impact.

Shining a light on tooth shades

A look at the different options available to clinicians.

Dental practice collaborates with trust to help wildlife conservation

Kendal Crossbank Dental Care has partnered with Cumbria Wildlife Trust on their ‘Implant a Tree’ initiative, which has sponsored planting a tree for every dental implant the practice places for a...