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9.5 per cent decrease in adults seen by NHS dentists within recommended two years

The number of adults seen by NHS dentists within recommended timeframes decreased by 9.5 per cent in June 2022 against the previous year, a report published by NHS Digital has shown.

Prosthetics masterclass

A two-day ‘Masters of Removable Prosthetics’ event is to be held in Nottingham in October (21-22), dedicated to celebrating 25 years of denture innovation with the BPS denture system. 

Insect-eye inspired dental camera

A new study has shown the benefits of using biologically inspired cameras for high-quality intraoral imaging.

Dental biorhythm linked with adolescent weight gain

The University of Kent has released evidence of a biorhythm in human primary teeth which can be linked to adolescent weight gain.

Vape kits to help you quit

A recent pilot scheme from the University of East Anglia (UEA) gave out vape starter kit vouchers to help patients who have tried to quit in the past.  

Full-arch rehabilitation using six implants

Amit Patel shares his recent case, where he provided full-arch rehabilitation for a patient.

Baking soda – the natural choice

Many consumers are already becoming more eco-conscious when choosing personal hygiene products, opting for products which use natural ingredients and choosing recyclable packaging. When considering...

Living in a digital world, cyber insurance is a must

Picture the scene: it’s a regular morning in your practice - but when the front desk team switches their computers on, a hostile message appears on screen, informing them of a ransomware attack on...

Dealing with dental injuries

Nicolas Coomber discusses the treatment solutions available for patients who have suffered dental trauma.

Eugene Chan appointed first overseas College of General Dentistry ambassador

The College of General Dentistry has announced the appointment of Dr Eugene Chan as an ambassador.

A full smile refresh

Dr Reema Aggarwal describes a smile refresh of a patient who had advanced tooth surface loss.

First dental practice in the UK to achieve B Corp certification

Cornwall-based Smile Together is now officially a certified B-Corporation, and the first dental practice in the UK to achieve this prestigious accreditation.

Dentists call for deeds not words, as Tory leadership candidates pledge to “restore” NHS dentistry

The British Dental Association (BDA) has stressed that the next prime minister (PM) must commit to urgent reform in NHS dentistry, following commitments from both campaigns to prioritise action on the...

Confrontation and complaints: early career dentist worries

A quarter (25 per cent) of young dentists in the UK say they worry most about receiving complaints from patients following treatment, and 17 per cent worry most about confrontation and disagreements...

New public opinion survey supporting water fluoridation in Scotland

The British Fluoridation Society (BFS) welcomes the findings of its latest academic survey which confirms public support in Scotland for water fluoridation to improve oral health and combat dental...