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Regulator launches consultation on routes to registration for internationally qualified dentists and dental care professionals

On July 4, 2023, the General Dental Council (GDC) launched a consultation on routes to registration for internationally qualified dentists and dental care professionals (DCPs).

Adding a natural molecule to toothpaste and mouthwash may help prevent cavities

Most of the world's population either chronically suffers from plaque and dental cavities or will develop them at some point in their lives. Toothpaste, mouthwashes, and regular checkups do their...

Public health expert calls for a tax on vapes

Peter Roderick, a consultant in public health at City of York Council, has said, “we must put an excise duty” on vapes to discourage young people from picking up the habit.

Demand for cosmetic treatments sores

Practitioners have been diversifying their income streams and responding to patient demand by offering procedures like lip fillers and Botox as they become more socially accepted.

Artificial intelligence used for the early detection of gum inflammation

A groundbreaking study led by researchers at the Faculty of Dentistry of the University of Hong Kong (HKU), in collaboration with multiple international institutions, has successfully demonstrated the...

Dental professionals invited to deliver special care dentistry clinics in Gibraltar

A clinical team from Community Dental Services (CDS) CIC have been invited by the Gibraltar Health Authority, to help assess and treat patients with additional needs in Gibraltar.

‘The first of its kind’: Two dentists secure a £5.6m loan to acquire a London practice

A dental group with one of the largest NHS contracts in the country has been bought by two colleagues following seven-figure finance from Unity Trust Bank.

Medal awarded to Andrew Hadden

Andrew Hadden has been awarded the prestigious College Medal, the highest honour bestowed by the College of General Dentistry (CGDent).

Dental property team expands with new appointment in London and the south

Specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co, has announced the expansion of its dental team in London and the South with the appointment of business agent Shae Preece.

Workforce plan is 'the latest attempt to fill a leaky bucket', says association

The British Dental Association (BDA) warn that the plans to boost dentist numbers represent an exercise in futility without first tackling the failed, underfunded systems driving practitioners out of...

Vaping is a gateway to smoking for non-smokers, research shows

While vaping provides a pathway to help smokers wanting to quit, for non-smokers it may be the first step on a pathway to taking up smoking, a study has shown.

Specialist law firm announces new acquisition and buyout

Specialist dental and healthcare solicitors Thomas Coates and Sarah Buxton are pleased to announce their acquisition of the entire issued share capital of FTA Law Limited in a management buyout. The...

Consultation app aimed to improve the patient experience launches

Allergan Aesthetics, an AbbVie company and a global leader in medical aesthetics treatments, has announced the launch of its new patient education and consultation app, AMI Education and Consultation....

Headteacher estimates that a quarter of students vape

Laranya Caslin, principal of St George’s Academy in Sleaford, Lincolnshire, was asked to join a Health and Social Care Committee panel to provide evidence on tackling youth vaping.

Dental schools respond to the NHS’ expansion plan

The Dental Schools Council (DSC) congratulates the government on producing the first ever Long- Term Workforce Plan in the history of the NHS. DSC welcomes and is supportive of the government’s...