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GDC has published a review of fitness to practise data

The General Dental Council (GDC) has published the findings from research designed to help it to unlock the potential of GDC fitness to practise data. 

Irish dental equipment distributor expands

DD Group is delighted to announce the successful acquisition of Trasmore Limited, which trades as Dental Medical Ireland (DMI), a prominent player in the Irish dental market.

Birmingham professor becomes leader of a periodontology federation

The European Federation of Periodontology (EFP) has recently named Moritz Kebschull, from the School of Dentistry, as its president.

Setting a new standard in 3D printing: experts announce collaboration

The Ivoclar Group, a leading manufacturer of integrated solutions for high-quality dental applications, has announced its partnership with SprintRay, a US-American technology company.

Men are three times more likely to be diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnoea

A new review of research evidence has explored the key differences in how women and men sleep, variations in their body clocks, and how this affects their metabolism.

Oral surgeons awarded medals for their research into sexual harassment

The Royal College of Surgeons has awarded two oral and maxillofacial surgeons, Carrie Newlands and Daljit K Dhariwal, the prestigious Colyer Gold Medal.

Scotland plans to use genetics to improve health outcomes

The Scottish Government has announced plans to expand access to genomic testing to improve diagnoses and outcomes for patients.

Testing the waters

Andrea Hammond asks if water fluoridation is the panacea for tooth decay in young children?

Communication and understanding of gingival disease

Loven Ganeswaran discusses the best ways to educate patients on the subject of gingival disease.

Dental hygienist to run 300km for charity

Rafina O’Brien, a dental hygienist from Yeovil, will be running an incredible 300km over three events during the summer of 2024 in support of Dentaid The Dental Charity.

New CDO for England appointed

Following an open recruitment process, NHS England and the Department of Health and Social Care has announced Jason Wong's appointment as chief dental officer for England. 

Mother writes a book to help educate children about oral hygiene

Shauna Carter, a mother of three, has written a book to help teach children positive oral health habits and routines.

Make no bones about it

Luke Hutchings discusses the increasingly apparent links between oral health and osteoporosis.

Peace of mind

Phil Silver discusses the importance of having effective cancer checks in practice.

Anxious dental patient soothed by assistance dog

A Cheshire dental practice has had a surprise visit from a patient’s assistance dog.