NHS dentists blast orders to return to virtually ‘business as usual’

The British Dental Association (BDA) has slammed moves by government to effectively return to normal working arrangements for NHS dentists in England.

Exciting changes at Bridge2Aid

Bridge2Aid is working in exciting new ways so it has a bigger impact on oral health, and a lower impact on the environment. 

New periodontitis patient study finds interdental brushes and rubber interdental picks most efficient in reducing both plaque and gingival inflammation

A newly published study has compared the efficacy of four different oral hygiene devices in reducing plaque and gingival inflammation in periodontitis patients.

MP’s dental practice receives enforcement action notice following CQC inspection

The Beresford Clinic in Wandsworth, belonging to Sir Paul Beresford, Conservative MP for Mole Valley in Surrey, recently received a notice of ‘enforcement action’ in a Care Quality Commission (CQC)...

Heroes of dental care to be recognised in Leicester’s Smile Awards

An awards scheme, organised by Leicester City Council, is set to recognise health professionals, dental teams, teachers, nursery staff, children’s centre workers and volunteers who are helping to...

Dental technician to work under supervision for 15 months following complaints

Christopher Gower, a dental technician with 18 years’ experience, will require supervision whenever he provides dental services and must carry out logs of treatment and aftercare, which must be sent...

BDA: No answers from NHS England on targets

The British Dental Association (BDA) has lamented confirmation of delays from NHS England on arrangements for the NHS contractual year, staring Friday April 1.

Does mothers’ oral microbiome seed children’s microbiome, increasing caries risk?

Freida Blostein, from the University of Michigan, presented ‘Does mothers’ oral microbiome seed children’s microbiome, increasing caries risk?’ at the hybrid 51st Annual Meeting & Exhibition of the...

Anti-cancer dream cream shrinks oral tumours, according to new peer-reviewed publication

Researchers have found that applying a topical ointment containing anti-tumour factor can increase the effectiveness of cancer treatment.

Worth the trip? Qatar tops oral health league table, new data shows as UK continues to battle ongoing dental crisis

On a new index detailing the dental health of more than 178 countries, Qatar took the top spot, with Oman coming in second and Japan ranking third.

Introducing the {my}dentist Open Ride charity cycle

{my}dentist has launched its charity cycle challenge – the Open Ride 2022 – and is inviting clinicians and colleagues from across the industry to take part and raise money for Dementia UK and...

Supporting charity and inspiring others

The Straumann Charity Bike Ride 2022 is fundraising for Dentaid – a fantastic charity that supports vulnerable people with access to essential dental care.