Association issues open letter to Scotland’s new first minister

Following the election of Humza Yousaf as SNP leader and his swearing-in as first minister, dentist leaders in Scotland have called for immediate action to ensure the beleaguered service has a future.

NASDAL DCby1 Practice of the Year award winner announced

On March 24, 2023, CDO England, Sara Hurley and BSPD’s President, Jenny Harris, presented the NASDAL (National Association of Specialist Dental Accountants and Lawyers) Dental Check by One Practice of...

Occlusal analysis in the digital era

Stephen Claffey discusses the future of digital workflows.

General Dental Council proposes revised guidance on indemnity and insurance

The General Dental Council (GDC) is consulting on plans to improve its guidance on indemnity and insurance, to support dental professionals in meeting their obligations to patients. 

Be part of a bigger picture

Gina Vega, board member of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (BACD), speaks about what inspired her to enter dentistry, her career journey so far and why the BACD is a perfect resource for...

Dental decay in children in Liverpool has worsened

New statistics reveal a worrying decline in oral health, with two in five Liverpool children showing evidence of dental decay.

State-of-the-art headquarters unveiled

Dentisan has revealed plans to move to a new state-of-the-art facility, situated just 2 miles from Derby city centre, by August 2023.

General Dental Council publishes updated specialist list curricula   

The General Dental Council (GDC) has published updated speciality curricula.  This sets out the specialist knowledge, skills and capabilities that trainees need in order to attain the award of the...

Plan proposed to save NHS dentistry in Wales

The Welsh Liberal Democrats have launched their plans to save NHS dentistry in Wales, warning that unless the Welsh Labour Government takes action now NHS dentistry risks going extinct.

Dental portfolio consolidated

Bupa Dental Care has taken the difficult decision to close, merge or sell 85 dental practices in the UK. This is due to a lack of dentists to deliver NHS care in the UK, in addition to increased...

Association argues NHS dentistry charge increase “won’t put a single penny into a struggling service”

The British Dental Association (BDA) has critiqued moves to increase NHS dental charges during the cost-of-living crisis, accusing ministers of prioritising lowering their own cash contributions to...