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Government must ‘future proof’ dentistry, says association

The British Dental Association (BDA) has stressed that the dentists helping England’s most vulnerable patients need to be recognised and valued for their work, as the community dental service...

A centre for happiness

Hannah Burrow considers what makes us happy and sad.

A welcome distraction

Stuart Clark explores dental anxiety, identifying effective tools to help reduce patient fear.

Water off a dentist’s back?

Nicky Varney discusses the importance of compliance with waterline regulations.

Dental award for practice who encourages early years care

The Dental Check by One Practice of the Year Award 2025 has been launched by Heidi Marshall, chair of NASDAL (National Association of Dental Accountants and Lawyers).

Government urged to prioritise the ‘welfare of dental professionals’ by union

The GDC has published its first report looking at dental professionals who died while undergoing a fitness to practise investigation.

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...