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Practise what we preach

Maria Papavergos discusses the importance of prioritising your health and wellbeing.

Innovative virtual paediatric clinic wins award

BSPD’s Outstanding Innovation Award for 2023 has gone to Armaana Ahmad, a specialist in paediatric dentistry at Whittington Health NHS Trust, for leading a Paediatric Dentistry Advice Clinic (PDAC)...

Is it the collapse of corporate dentistry?

Andy Acton shares his thoughts on the increasing costs of dental practices.

Association encourages the government to integrate care

The British Dental Association has urged the government to act on recommendations from the NHS Confederation, that wholesale reform is needed as Integrated Care Boards take responsibility for NHS...

Dental students show support for Ukrainian refugees

Ukrainian refugees who were forced to flee their homeland have received free dental health advice at an event hosted by students from the University of Dundee.

Dental equipment that destroys viruses

To meet the evolving disinfection and decontamination needs of dental professionals since the pandemic, a team of Lithuanian researchers have developed three innovative new pieces of equipment.

Association goes Stateside in new international partnership

The Association of Dental Groups (ADG) has hosted a visit to UK dental practices with its sister organisation from the United States, the Association of Dental Support Organisations (ADSO).

In a cost-of-living crisis, "patient autonomy can be a gift"

Jennie Haywood-Hull, a hygienist, discusses how she’s helping people achieve their preventative goals with some "small, easy wins".

Association issues open letter to Scotland’s new first minister

Following the election of Humza Yousaf as SNP leader and his swearing-in as first minister, dentist leaders in Scotland have called for immediate action to ensure the beleaguered service has a future.

NASDAL DCby1 Practice of the Year award winner announced

On March 24, 2023, CDO England, Sara Hurley and BSPD’s President, Jenny Harris, presented the NASDAL (National Association of Specialist Dental Accountants and Lawyers) Dental Check by One Practice of...

Occlusal analysis in the digital era

Stephen Claffey discusses the future of digital workflows.

General Dental Council proposes revised guidance on indemnity and insurance

The General Dental Council (GDC) is consulting on plans to improve its guidance on indemnity and insurance, to support dental professionals in meeting their obligations to patients. 

Be part of a bigger picture

Gina Vega, board member of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (BACD), speaks about what inspired her to enter dentistry, her career journey so far and why the BACD is a perfect resource for...

Dental decay in children in Liverpool has worsened

New statistics reveal a worrying decline in oral health, with two in five Liverpool children showing evidence of dental decay.