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Association demands politicians drop plans for further NHS charge hikes

The British Dental Association has demanded that the Secretary of State for Health drop plans for a further four per cent increase in NHS charges in England next year.

Researchers develop AI smart manufacturing for dental crowns

University of Hong Kong (HKU) researchers have developed a novel smart manufacturing method for dental crowns by using generative artificial intelligence (AI) that leverage dental manufacturing...

Fighting back against gingival recession

A look at the causes, implications and treatments.

Community voices their concerns for children’s oral health

Somerset residents have shared their worries about the ongoing dental access issues for children in the area.

Association launches policy proposals for NHS dentistry in Scotland

Following the Association of Dental Group’s (ADG’s) first roundtable meeting of its new Scotland branch in February 2023 in Edinburgh, the trade body has launched its Scottish “Six to Fix” policy...

General Dental Council publishes Costed Corporate Plan 2023

As part of the General Dental Council’s (GDC) approach to strategic planning, the regulator has published its Costed Corporate Plan 2023 – 2025.

“The crisis of access and affordability is not just a health crisis, but a social equalities crisis”

During the Health and Social Care Committee’s inquiry into NHS dentistry, ministers heard from Healthwatch England representatives concerning the effect of increased fees and the cost of living crisis...

Start your clear aligner journey

Clear aligners continue to gain popularity amongst patients and clinicians, with their aesthetics and comfort major draws for many people. ClearCorrect, part of the Straumann Group, offers you a...

Association urges the government for “reform”, not “tweaks”

The British Dental Association (BDA) has urged the Health and Social Care Committee to set out a clear roadmap to reform for the government.

Minister expresses anger at new dental charges

Ian Liddell-Grainger MP has criticised a further rise in dental charges, warning it will mean more people putting off having vital treatment.

“Deprived of dental services”: Essex care home manager urges government for reforms

Liz Wynn, manager of Southminster Residential Home in Essex, has said it has become an “impossibility” for her residents to access dental treatment.

The low-down on smile design

Sam Jethwa, Bespoke Smile Advanced Dentistry & Academy put together a fantastic webinar for professionals interested in learning more about the evolution of smile design.

NHS clinical waste strategy and what it means for you

Rebecca Waters explains how the revised guidance improves sustainability.

Foundation investigates dental patients’ anxiety triggers

The Medical Protection Society (MPS) Foundation is funding research which aims to develop interventions for patients who suffer from extreme anxiety when visiting the dentist.

University creates non-invasive oral cancer test

Scientists from the University of Surrey have developed a proof-of-concept test called Pandora that was shown to be over 92 per cent accurate at identifying patients with oral squamous cell carcinoma...