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A new spring in the UK economy’s step or exaggerated optimism?

Richard Lishman explains what the government's spring budget means for your finances.

GDC launches consultation on reporting information

The General Dental Council (GDC) is consulting on a proposal to improve guidance to make it easier for dental professionals to understand what they need to report to their regulator, in the interests...

Nutrition research hub launched

A new £1.6 million innovation hub led by the University of Southampton has been tasked with transforming the nutritional quality of food and drink sold in the UK. It will bring together leading...

Dentist issues ‘Turkey teeth’ warning after a patient is left toothless

In an interview with The Independent, Sahil Patel issued a warning over patients getting ‘Turkey teeth’. The statements follow seeing a patient left toothless upon her return to the UK.

Association urges Scotland’s next first minister to prioritise NHS dentistry reforms

The British Dental Association (BDA) has warned the future of NHS dentistry in Scotland is in doubt, and action here must be high on the agenda for the next first minister. 

Diabetes and tooth loss worsen cognitive decline in older adults

Having both diabetes and tooth loss contributes to worse cognitive function and faster cognitive decline in older adults, according to a new study published in a special issue of the Journal of Dental...

University receives funding for head and neck cancer study

Researchers at the University of Southampton have received £1.38 million for a new research programme to improve immunotherapy treatment for head and neck cancer.

Protection for the whole company

Dental Protection has introduced a new product, Company Protection, which allows incorporated companies to request assistance in the event they are alleged to be vicariously liable for the acts or...

Research into Welsh dentistry is “a real wakeup call” for the government

Research conducted by Sam Rowlands MS has identified a crisis in the availability of NHS dentists in North Wales.  

Harry styles and Maya Jama receive awards for the most beautiful smiles

In an exclusive survey for The Mirror, the winners of the ‘World’s most attractive and impressive smile’ have been announced.

Study reveals that soft gums are more prone to inflammation

A group of scientists from Tohoku University have discovered that gingiva stiffness influences the properties of gingival fibroblasts, which in turn affects whether inflammation is likely to occur and...

Over a third of Gen Z would resort to ‘DIY’ dentistry due to a lack of access to a dentist

Over a third (34 per cent) of ‘Gen Z’ respondents to a new poll agree they would resort to ‘DIY’ dentistry measures, including self-tooth extraction, due to a lack of access to dental care.

Supporting the dental profession, supporting dental research

Graham Stokes, chair of The MPS Foundation, celebrates the launch of a patient safety initiative.

National dental group attains B Corp Certification

Envisage Dental, the fast-growing dental group founded by Sandy Dau and Harry Gill in 2014, today announced it has been recognised as the first national dental group to achieve the B Corp...

Dental Leadership Network focuses on developing the whole dental team

Leaders from across dentistry met to discuss the challenges facing the dental sector at the second Dental Leadership Network event, in London, on March 9, 2023.