Event champions health and wellbeing in dental teams

The Dental Leadership Network (DLN) convened at Woburn House in London on June 12, 2024, to spotlight the crucial role of dental leaders in promoting health and wellbeing within the profession.

Gum protection oral care range released

Corsodyl has launched a new Gum Strength & Protect line comprised of two toothpastes and a daily mouthwash, which are clinically proven to protect against gum problems.

Check your CPD in time!

Dental Protection has urged dental care professionals (DCPs) to check their CPD hours ahead of time in case they need to make up any shortfall before the registration renewal deadline.

Social media harms smile confidence finds poll

A Forbes Health and OnePoll survey has shown that social media can negatively impact confidence in one's smile, especially among Gen Z.

GDC has welcomed provisional registration consultation

The General Dental Council (GDC) has welcomed the government’s consultation on provisional registration for overseas-qualified dentists. The regulator said it represents a valuable opportunity for...

Guide launches to educate patients on medical aesthetic treatments

Allergan Aesthetics has launched the A-Z of Medical Aesthetics as the first step of its campaign to improve understanding of aesthetics and empower patients over 18 years of age to make informed...

NASDAL Scotland annual benchmarking – increased profitability

On June 12, 2024, NASDAL Scotland (National Association of Specialist Dental Accountants and Lawyers) held its press conference in Edinburgh regarding its latest benchmarking statistics.

Sugar substitutes linked to increased risk of heart attack and stroke

A Cleveland Clinic study has linked Xylitol, a common zero-calorie sweetener found in sugar-free candy and toothpaste, to an increased risk of cardiovascular events like heart attack and stroke.

100,000 extra dental appointments for children promised

The Labour Party has pledged to tackle the crisis in children’s dentistry by providing extra appointments.

Medical protection company goes green

Dental Protection has announced significant progress towards achieving net zero emissions in its operations by 2027.

Managing tooth wear lecture

Kushal Gadhia, a consultant and honorary lecturer in restorative dentistry at the Eastman Dental Hospital in London, will speak at a College of General Dentistry (CGDent) symposium in July on tooth...