News

Regional variations

The introduction of an oral health survey of three-year-olds in England has been welcomed by the British Society of Paediatric Dentistry (BSPD) as an important new measure to support the reduction of...

Prevention and education

Responding to PHE’s figures Christopher Allen, chair of the BDA’s Dental Public Health Committee, said:  

Just ticking boxes?

Stuart Thompson questions the benefit of vague CPD guidelines.

Life-long learning

Richard Charon looks at the different ways to gain CPD.

Approaches to training

Stewart Harding reviews the advantages of a practical masters programme.

At the click of a button

How webinars provide a convenient way to gain CPD.

The main event

A look back to the recent BDTA Dental Showcase.

The last bite

Christmas present Well, amazingly, it’s that time again. The calendar has swivelled round through another 12 months and we have to find once more the gift for the dentist who has everything.

An ethical trade?

Alexander Holden questions if all those involved with the dental trade have patients’ interests at heart.

Getting ahead

Andrew Chandrapal explores the importance of effective education.

Dental sleep medicine

The British Society of Dental Sleep Medicine (BSDSM) is holding an introductory course for dentists and dental technicians called 'The management of snoring and Sleep apnoea in dental practice' on...

Dental social networking

September saw the official launch of the much anticipated Dental Circle, an online dental specific social networking site. 

Whistle blowing

Alexander Holden discusses the importance of putting patient safety first.

Skills required

Michael Sultan asks what makes a good associate.

Good intentions

Paul Mendlesohn gives advice on how to break old habits.