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NHS dentistry ‘gone for good’ without radical action, think tank warns

A report from The Nuffield Trust has concluded that dentistry is at its most perilous point in its 75-year history, and radical action will be needed to prevent its further decline: either through...

Indemnity and insurance guidance revised

The General Dental Council (GDC) has published the outcome report for its consultation on updating the Guidance on Indemnity and Insurance, along with the revised guidance that will come into effect...

Charity supports those in need with Christmas oral health boxes

From donating Christmas boxes and oral health packs to hosting integrated healthcare pop-ups, Smile Together colleagues have pulled out all the stops to make a difference to those most in need across...

2022/23 GDC performance review published

The Professional Standards Authority (PSA) has published its report on the GDC’s performance for 2022/23, concluding that it met 16 of the 18 Standards of Good Regulation. 

New year, new CEO

Medical Protection Society (MPS) – of which Dental Protection is part – has announced the appointment of Karen Miller as its next chief executive officer (CEO).

Interim Orders Committee updated guidance published

The General Dental Council (GDC) published updated guidance for the Interim Orders Committee, part of the independent Dental Professionals Hearings Service, in December 2023.

Holiday giving programme celebrates 25 years

Henry Schein embraced the spirit of generosity by hosting celebrations at three local primary schools in underserved areas and donating gifts for the children.

Getting to the root of the problem

Kate Scheer discusses how prescription meds can affect the success of dental implants.

Setting the record straight

Tif Qureshi discusses the importance of treating malocclusion.

Breaking the chain of infection

Julia Svec details the essential steps to take to reduce transmission.

Strategy for a successful sale

Phil Kolodynski and Nick Moore share their insights on the current state of the market.

Giving viruses the cold shoulder

Nicky Varney explains the importance of infection prevention practices in the winter.

Classic elegance at the cutting-edge

Manrina Rhode shares how she enhanced her practice’s aesthetics to improve patient satisfaction.

The long and the short of it

Short or long dental implants? Zaki Kanaan asks which is better.

What are the best digital systems for endodontists?

Stephen Claffey considers how technology can help improve care.