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How do we build happier careers?

The rise in mental health awareness is well reported within the dental profession. Despite this, little action is taken to help prepare dental students for such a high-pressure job, and many report a...

Suffolk MP supports NHS integrated care plan

The NHS’ plan to integrate dentistry within local care has been endorsed by Suffolk MP and former health secretary Therese Coffey.

Pilot scheme launched in Cornwall school to tackle smoking and vaping

A new pilot scheme has been launched at a Cornwall school aimed at reducing the number of pupils who smoke or vape.

Scottish minister demands action on “exodus” of NHS dentists

South Scotland MSP Colin Smyth has demanded action from the Scottish Government on the “exodus” of dentists from the NHS in Dumfries and Galloway.

Tissue level implants – what are the benefits?

A look at improving the patient experience.

NHS update: Integrated Care Boards

April’s update from Sara Hurley and Ali Sparke informed readers that NHS England is delegating “responsibility for commissioning pharmacy, general ophthalmic and dental services to local Integrated...

Using skill mix to future-proof children’s teeth

A practice group has been utilising its staff’s ‘mixed skills’ to provide urgent dental care to children under 12.

Practise what we preach

Maria Papavergos discusses the importance of prioritising your health and wellbeing.

Innovative virtual paediatric clinic wins award

BSPD’s Outstanding Innovation Award for 2023 has gone to Armaana Ahmad, a specialist in paediatric dentistry at Whittington Health NHS Trust, for leading a Paediatric Dentistry Advice Clinic (PDAC)...

Is it the collapse of corporate dentistry?

Andy Acton shares his thoughts on the increasing costs of dental practices.

Association encourages the government to integrate care

The British Dental Association has urged the government to act on recommendations from the NHS Confederation, that wholesale reform is needed as Integrated Care Boards take responsibility for NHS...

Dental students show support for Ukrainian refugees

Ukrainian refugees who were forced to flee their homeland have received free dental health advice at an event hosted by students from the University of Dundee.

Dental equipment that destroys viruses

To meet the evolving disinfection and decontamination needs of dental professionals since the pandemic, a team of Lithuanian researchers have developed three innovative new pieces of equipment.

Association goes Stateside in new international partnership

The Association of Dental Groups (ADG) has hosted a visit to UK dental practices with its sister organisation from the United States, the Association of Dental Support Organisations (ADSO).

In a cost-of-living crisis, "patient autonomy can be a gift"

Jennie Haywood-Hull, a hygienist, discusses how she’s helping people achieve their preventative goals with some "small, easy wins".