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As part of National Dental Hygienist and Dental Therapist Day, we hear what keeps people motivated to keep going. Katie Cassidy, O’Brien and Molloy Periodontics As a dental hygienist, what motivates me is the opportunity to make a positive impact on my patients’ oral health and overall wellbeing. I find fulfilment in educating them about…
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Colgate discusses the impact sensitivity has on quality of life, how to diagnose it, and the best treatment for instant and simple relief. Gingival recession or loss on enamel can both lead to exposure of dentine, causing dentine hypersensitivity (West and colleagues 2013; Baker, 2019). The impact of sensitive teeth goes beyond just pain. Patients’…
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The Sepa Foundation, sponsored by Listerine, proudly announces the launch of the Principles for Oral Health report, a global initiative aimed at simplifying evidence-based approaches to support periodontal health. Developed through collaboration with world-renowned oral health experts during a 2024 round table summit, the report distils key scientific literature and clinical practice guidelines into practical…
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Join Laura Edgar on Wednesday 30 April at 7pm as she discusses Legionella awareness and the practical steps required to control its risks. This Legionella awareness webinar aims to equip dental health professionals with essential knowledge about Legionnaires’ disease and the practical steps required to control its risks within a dental practice. The engaging and…
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The General Dental Council (GDC) has published its 2025 Costed Corporate Plan (CCP), detailing its workplan for the next three years. Released today (23 April), the CCP outlines what the regulator plans to do over the next three years and forecasts its income and expenditure for 2025. The CCP sets out 29 projects for 2025-2027,…
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The Dentistry Awards 2025 shortlist is here – find out if you’ve made the cut and how to get your tickets for the glamorous ceremony. The Dentistry Awards is back at Leicester’s Athena this year to celebrate another year of exceptional achievements in UK dentistry! Taking place on Friday 6 June 2025 following a season…
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Aligner Dental Academy outlines how digital advancements in orthodontics are transforming the diagnosis and treatment of class II malocclusion with Invisalign. Class II malocclusion, a common orthodontic condition, results from an anteroposterior discrepancy between the maxilla and mandible, often due to maxillary prognathism, mandibular retrognathism or both. If untreated, it can lead to functional, aesthetic…
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Join Rhiannon Jones on Tuesday 29 April at 7pm as she discusses if mechanical cleaning alone is enough. This webinar will unwrap the evidence, understanding patient limitations and exploring adjunctive therapies around whether mechanical cleaning alone is enough. Attendees will better understand the role of mechanical cleaning in the pursuit of stable oral health and…
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Following the launch of the Invisalign Palatal Expander System in the UK and Ireland, we find out how this product could ‘revolutionise’ interceptive orthodontics. At a black-tie event in the heart of London, Align Technology launched one of its newest innovations in the UK and Ireland: the Invisalign Palatal Expander System. This clinically effective system…
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Tom Chaston explores how new legislation is reshaping the roles of dental hygienists and dental therapists, bringing greater autonomy, fresh challenges and new indemnity considerations. Recent legislative changes bring greater autonomy for dental hygienists and dental therapists, unlocking new opportunities and responsibilities. With these advancements come fresh challenges, particularly around indemnity and professional protection. Understanding…
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Join Chris Barrow, Robbie Hughes, Sandeep Kumar and Mark Simic on Wednesday 23 April at 7pm as they discuss profitability and efficiency. This webinar will provide a deep dive into the financial and operational strategies that allow dental practices to thrive in an increasingly challenging market. Using Extreme Business principles, this session will focus on…
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The General Dental Council (GDC) has confirmed the dates of further sittings of the overseas registration exam (ORE). This comes as the GDC is currently progressing a large-scale procurement process to award new contracts for both ORE parts. The regulator hopes to announce the new contract awards in autumn this year. The additional ORE sittings,…
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Scientists have successfully created the environment needed to grow teeth, marking a major breakthrough in their research. The King’s College London (KCL) researchers believe the breakthrough could lead to patients regrowing teeth as an alternative to fillings or implants in the future. According to the team, lab-grown teeth would be a stronger, more durable and more biologically…
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Join Simon Reynolds, Dan Nulty and Deborah Goodwin on Thursday 17 April at 7pm as they discuss conversion success: NHS to 3,000 plan patients in 30 days. Whether you’re considering an NHS to private conversion or are simply curious to learn more about what it entails, this webinar offers practical insights, valuable advice and a…
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With new bans on smoking and disposable vapes taking effect in 2025, we take a look at what dental professionals need to know about the impact of both habits on oral health. Smoking and vaping – the key stats Despite widespread awareness of their associated health risks, smoking and vaping are common habits in the…
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Join Dr Shabnam Zai on Tuesday 15 April at 4pm as she discusses empower, support, connect – the future is female. This webinar will explain the purpose and benefits of The Female Dentist community and how members can benefit from mentorship and support. Shabnam will discuss the common challenges women face in dentistry, such as…
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Join Pat Langley on Thursday 10 April at 7pm as she discusses CQC updates and avoiding common compliance pitfalls. This webinar will provide an update on how the CQC’s single assessment framework is affecting dental practices. Pat will explore what has changed, what has not changed and what was going to change but is now…
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Public dissatisfaction with dentistry is higher than with any other NHS service, with only one in five people satisfied with how it runs. These are the latest results of the British Social Attitudes (BSA) survey, published by the Nuffield Trust and The King’s Fund. The survey has revealed that NHS dentistry satisfaction levels have ‘continued…
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Join Mark Topley on Tuesday 1 April at 7pm as he discusses navigating sustainability compliance: what every practice must know. Sustainability isn’t just ‘nice to have’ – it’s a compliance must and a competitive edge. But for many, it feels like a costly box-ticking exercise. This session shows how to meet standards, future-proof your practice,…
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