Brothers team up to set up a dental surgery in Wigan

Brothers Matthew and Nick Jones have created a state-of-the-art private cosmetic dental practice in their hometown.  

GDC announces policy change to publication of IOC outcomes 

The General Dental Council (GDC) has announced a change to what will be published following decisions by the Interim Orders Committee (IOC) after a review of its policy.  

Trends in fitness to practise

Clare Callan explains why the General Dental Council (GDC) is seeing fewer concerns and closing more cases at the early stages of the process.

Only 13 per cent of European employees are engaged at work

Gallup’s ‘State of the Global Workplace: 2024 Report’ found that global employee engagement has stagnated and employee wellbeing has declined in 2023 after multiple years of steady gains. The company...

Texting triumph

Mark Garner offers a guide to effective, efficient communication.

Fast track master's degree in research

Fellows and associate fellows of the College of General Dentistry (CGDent) are now eligible to enrol on a ‘top-up’ Master’s degree, which can be completed during a single year of part-time distance...

Enhanced education in endodontics

A look at how dentists can improve their confidence in providing endodontic treatments.

Minimally invasive implants

Cemal Ucer explains the benefits of ultrasound technology in zygomatic implant surgery.

Planning for predictable results

Rebecca Williams presents a case of mild crowding and rotated incisors with a clear aligner solution that requires no attachments.

Cumbrian dentist digs a wildlife pond for local initiative

Bex Cooper, a dentist from Kendal, has spearheaded an initiative to create areas around her practice that will allow nature and wildlife to thrive. Her actions follow the launch of an annual wildlife...

Professor awarded a medal for services to dentistry

Ario Santini has been awarded the College Medal, the most prestigious honour of the College of General Dentistry (CGDent).

Dentistry beyond words

It's what you say and how you say it, explains Aleksandra Rozwadowska. She explores the challenges of communicating with patients.