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Infection control in uncertain times

The coronavirus pandemic has introduced a number of challenges for dental practices. Not only did many practices close for a period of time during the first national lockdown, but with ever-changing...

The rise of endodontics

Mark Allen discusses why the delivery of exceptional endodontics is more in demand than ever.

Supporting whiter smiles

Tooth whitening has been popular for some time. In fact, there is reason to believe that the practice of whitening our teeth even dates back to as far as 2000 BC when Ancient Egyptians would make a...

Finding advice that suits you

Richard Lishman explains the different types of financial advisers.

Exploring eco-friendly options

Hayden George explains how choosing the right companies and services can help your practice to be more green.

CDO for England encourages dental teams to help survivors and victims of domestic abuse

In her latest NHS dentistry and oral health update, CDO Sara Hurley has called on the dental profession to help spot the signs of domestic abuse and to support survivors and victims.

Preserve and protect

John Rafelt discusses the importance of tooth preservation alongside caries prevention.

Treating orthodontic relapse

Patrick Puckett presents a recent case study using clear aligners to treat upper and lower orthodontic relapse.

Communicating the urgency

Cemal Ucer explains the importance of dental treatments, even during a pandemic.

A case for collaboration

Nina Lord presents a recent case study detailing a collaboration between a dentist and a dental therapist.

Budget predictions, part one: Spotlight on capital gains tax

In the first of his series of blogs about the upcoming budget, Michael Lansdell discusses possible changes to capital gains tax.

Government reforms of GDC are too slow and going in wrong direction, says Dental Protection

Responding to the government white paper published last week, Dental Protection has called on the government to get on with reforming the General Dental Council’s fitness to practise processes and...

GC Corporation celebrates 100 years

2021 marks the 100th birthday of GC Corporation. Well-known for its high-performing materials and an enduring ambition to improve oral health and promote global wellbeing, GC continues to develop...

GDC responds to DHSC ‘Integration and Innovation’ white paper

Responding to the Department of Health and Social Care’s white paper, ‘Integration and Innovation: working together to improve health and social care for all’, Ian Brack, chief executive and registrar...

British Society of Periodontology releases clinical practice guidelines

The European Federation of Periodontology (EFP) engaged a group of international experts to systematically review evidence from clinical studies to create clinical guidelines for the treatment of...