Barriers to water fluoridation to be demolished in radical NHS reforms

Responsibility for water fluoridation is due to be returned into the control of central government according to a leaked document setting out reforms to the National Health Service. The news is...

New study reveals the countries paying the highest salaries for dentists

For those who are keen to work in the healthcare sector, Lenstore has researched the average salaries per country for a number of healthcare roles. 

Dentists advised by the DDU to offer recall appointments on a case-by-case basis

The Dental Defence Union (DDU) has issued advice stating that dental professionals should offer recall appointments on a case-by-case basis.

Working together for better dentistry

Denplan, Dental Update and Oral-B have announced a brand-new series of weekly webinars designed to help UK practice teams navigate the continuing challenges in dentistry, throughout this time of...

It’s coming up to year end – make pensions part of your tax planning

Michael Lansdell explains the importance of preparing for the long term.

New standard operating procedure announced for England

Eric Wong, the deputy CDO for England, has released an NHS dentistry and oral health update summarising the changes to standard operating procedures in England.

The pain of hypersensitivity

Maxwell O’Neill considers the causes and solutions to the problem.

United we stand…

Catherine Rutland discusses the importance of professional unity during this difficult period.

Selling multiple practices during a pandemic

Dan Freshwater explains how he managed the sale of six practices during the Covid-19 crisis.

Dental Protection and Chairsyde announce partnership

Dental Protection has announced a new partnership with Chairsyde, a system which helps dental professionals consult with patients interactively.

Call to action on CQC registration delays

The British Dental Association (BDA) has requested clarification from the CQC regarding significant delays to the registration process, which is frustrating many dental practice transactions. This...

Gum disease linked to Covid-19 complications

Covid-19 patients are at least three times more likely to experience complications if they also have gum disease, according to research published in the Journal of Clinical Periodontology, the...