New Year's Resolutions

The British Association of Dental Therapists (BADT) is asking all dentists to make a New Year’s resolution to view the delivery of dentistry as a team effort.

Premier Symposium winners

A dental student from London and a dental practice from Cumbria have been presented with awards by Dental Protection, acknowledging and celebrating their outstanding risk management. 

New flexible protection

Dentists’ Provident, the income protection specialist, has introduced a new flexible plan option, which allows its members to easily increase their cover to mirror important changes in their lives and...

Bulimia and oral health

Research from the NHS information centre suggests that up to 6.4% of adults display signs of an eating disorder and that, of those, 40% are bulimic. 

CQC management madness

Specialist dental lawyer and NASDAL member Jenin Khanam has condemned the Care Quality Commission’s confusing requirements for registered managers of dental practices and called for greater...

A good year

According to research from the British Dental Association (BDA) nine out of ten dentists completing their vocational or foundation training this summer found a post. 

BDA election results

The British Dental Association (BDA) has announced the results of elections to its Principal Executive Committee (PEC).

Quality, safety and health

Donna Hickey presents an introductory guide to the dental team’s responsibilities.

Managing your reputation

Cassandra Antoine on how to combat negative online reviews.

The A word

Roger Matthews explains the importance of the practice audit.

Occupational health

Nilesh Patel explains that it is a matter of safety.

The importance of prevention

Deborah Lyle explores the link between periodontitis and atherosclerosis

Jabs for the boys

Peter Baker questions the current limitation on HPV vaccinations.

Genuine quality

Meredyth Bell reports on the Premier Symposium.

Professional drive

A look into what motivates dentists today.

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