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Society demands an end to age-profiling asylum seekers with dental X-rays

The president of the British Society of Paediatric Dentistry (BSPD), Paula Waterhouse is calling for an end to the unethical practice of taking dental X-rays for asylum seekers in an attempt to verify...

Easington MP reveals his mother has resorted to DIY dentistry

Minister says his elderly “frail” mother has pulled her teeth out due to “desperation” and being unable to access NHS services.

Harlow MP responds to concerns over NHS dentistry

Robert Halfon, minister for Harlow and the Villages, has released a statement in response to concerns about access to NHS dentists following an Opposition Day debate in parliament on January 9, 2023.

Outlook for 2024 reveals increasing positivity amongst dental practice owners

Specialist business property adviser Christie & Co has launched its Business Outlook 2024 report, which reflects on the themes, activity and challenges of 2023 and forecasts what 2024 might bring...

MP presents petition to parliament to tackle NHS dental crisis

On January 9, 2024, Tim Farron, MP for Westmoreland, Furness and Eden, presented a petition to the House of Commons urging action on the lack of available NHS dental places in Cumbria and other rural...

Defence organisation writes to the GDC following high court ruling

MDDUS has written to the General Dental Council (GDC) urging it to reconsider its response to a High Court ruling. It warns that a double jeopardy aspect of professional conduct sanctions is wrong and...

Dentist hands back NHS contract due to funding concerns

Sami Butt, a dentist based in Sussex, has made the “tough decision” to hand back his NHS contract. He said government funding measures mean it is “no longer feasible” to conduct business on the NHS.

Association asks for clarity on recovery plans

The British Dental Association (BDA) says it laments the lack of clarity from the government over plans to save NHS dentistry.

Supporting the next generation of water fluoridation advocates

The British Fluoridation Society (BFS), supported by The Borrow Foundation, is seeking to recruit a second candidate for its Career Development Fellowship.

‘Frustrated, annoyed and stressed’: Patients in Swindon struggling to access dental care

Politician says it is “borderline impossible” to get an NHS dentist in Swindon. The comments follow the release of updated information concerning available services.

UK’s first hands-on TAD advanced masterclass for orthodontists 

“Orthodontists must raise their game to overcome their fears, and Temporary Anchorage Devices (TADs) are one of those fears,” said Sunil Hirani, speaking following 'Palatal TADs Advanced Masterclass:...

Recognising excellence in paediatric dental care

Dental practices are reminded that there is only a month to get their entries in for the 2024 NASDAL Dental Check by One Practice of the Year award. The closing date for entries is February 9.

Dental clinic announces expansion plans

A Somerset-based practice has applied to expand following increased patient demand. The clinic has hundreds of people waiting for appointments and is considering taking on additional staff to cope...

Embarking on a new chapter

Christie & Co, a specialist business property adviser, has promoted Paul Graham to the position of managing director of medical.

Urgent action needed to protect children and prevent the uptake of e-cigarettes, says the WHO

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has issued a statement calling for urgent action to control e-cigarettes to protect children, as well as non-smokers, and minimise health harms to the population....