News

Truth – perception versus reality

Annalene Weston discusses the concept of truth and how far it can get stretched in dentistry.

Apical microsurgery consensus published

An expert consensus on apical microsurgery has been released, offering a comprehensive guide to the highly effective, minimally invasive dental procedure.

Neonatal care leave introduced by the government

The government has announced that thousands of working families with babies in neonatal care will be entitled to additional time off as a day-one right.

Optimising crown survival

A look at the different materials available.

Dental society responds to ultra-processed foods research

The British Orthodontic Society (BOS) has said changes in jaw development could be due to many factors, not just the impact of modern, soft food diets.

What do you need to know?

Rebecca Johnson discusses what dentists should be aware of when purchasing a dental practice and going into a partnership or shareholder agreement.

Dental solutions provider expands into UK market

Kuraray Noritake Dental has announced its establishment in the United Kingdom and Ireland market.

Dealing with cancellations

Donna Hall explores the best way for practices to respond.

One in six Brits clean their teeth just once a day, survey reveals

Research from Currys has uncovered that people in the UK are neglecting important oral hygiene habits.

Knowing the signs

Jon Bryant outlines the symptoms of sepsis, highlighting the best practices to implement to avoid infection.

Loo of the year awarded to Somerset dental clinic

Trust Dental, a private practice in Somerset, was awarded the best loo nationally in the healthcare sector at the 2024 National Loo of the Year Awards on January 15, 2025.

Millions have not seen a dentist in more than two years

Analysis of the Office for National Statistics (ONS) ‘Experiences of NHS healthcare services in England’ survey revealed a significant gap in dental care.

Oral cancer linked to a common oral bacterium

Research has revealed that an imbalance in the oral microbiome, particularly through periodontal pathogens, may influence the development of oral cancer.

Dentistry council election nominations

Nominations are open for elections to six seats on the College of General Dentistry (CGDent) council.

Double lateral incisor implant placement

Selvaraj Balaji presents a case of moderate complexity in which he places two implants in the difficult positions of the upper lateral incisors.