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We hear from two online queueing specialists on what the General Dental Council (GDC) can learn from commercial ticketing software to solve bottlenecks in the Overseas Registration Exam (ORE) booking process. Prospective candidates for the ORE have reported payment issues, errors and overloaded servers since the GDC migrated the booking system to the myGDC portal.…
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A new two-million-pound dental practice in Weston-super-Mare has brought two established teams together under one roof, creating more capacity for patient care and new opportunities for clinicians and colleagues. The mydentist, Gallagher Retail Park practice officially opened on 8 July 2026, welcoming patients and teams from the former Oxford Street and Beaconsfield Road practices. The…
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With the full conference programme now live, Dentistry Show London (DSL) 2026 is giving dental professionals the chance to plan two days of education, innovation and networking tailored to the challenges facing modern practice. Taking place at ExceL London on 9-10 October 2026, the free-to-attend event will welcome more than 4,000 dental professionals for a…
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Colgate explains the clinical evidence which sets Duraphat Fluoride Varnish apart from other varnishes for caries control in dental treatment. Dental teams are presented with a wide range of professional products to support caries prevention including fluoride varnish. It is vital to understand that not all fluoride varnishes are the same. Although they may have…
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Specialist prosthodontist Dr Michael Mynt reflects on his experience attending Avant Garde Dentistry’s 3D Sprint course and explains why its combination of clinical excellence, digital innovation and commercial understanding left such a lasting impression. As clinicians, we often leave courses with pages of notes, new techniques to consider and ideas we hope to introduce into…
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Dr Asad Rahman explains how radiographic AI is helping patients better understand their oral health, supporting informed consent and increasing confidence in treatment recommendations. Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly becoming part of everyday clinical practice, but one of its greatest strengths may not lie in diagnosis alone. According to Dr Asad Rahman, clinical director at Gensmile Dental, AI is helping dentists…
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International dentists were left frustrated this week, as further Overseas Registration Examination (ORE) booking problems coincided with a new Licence in Dental Surgery (LDS) assessment that candidates believe resulted in an ‘exceptionally low’ pass rate. From spring 2026, the LDS transitioned to assessing the General Dental Council’s (GDC) new Safe Practitioner Framework, in line with…
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Dentally introduces its new guide to designing a stress-free practice, created to support you in coping with pressure. Pressure in dentistry is real. What often makes it harder is the extra complexity that builds around delivering great care. Dentally from Henry Schein One has been speaking with practices across the UK to understand exactly where…
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Join Elaine Cook on 15 July at 7pm as she discusses indemnity in action through real cases, real decisions and real support. Things don’t always go to plan in dentistry – and when they don’t, the support behind you matters. In this webinar, Elaine Cook, dento-legal consultant at Dental Protection, will share real-life case examples…
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Haley Abivardi and Goly Abivardi discuss the science, philosophy and commercial potential of their breakthrough early caries treatment. The dream of every dental principal is to lead a practice defined by cutting-edge innovation, patient-centred care and organic growth. Yet, for decades, private dentistry has been tethered to a restrictive, invasive model: the drill. By introducing…
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For more than 20 years, NHS dental contract reform has been one of the biggest issues facing dentistry in England. Since the introduction of the units of dental activity (UDA) system in 2006, dentists, representative bodies and successive governments have debated how NHS dentistry should be funded and delivered. During that time, many dentists have…
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The government has confirmed that new laws banning the sale of high-caffeine energy drinks to under-16s will come into force by April 2027. The announcement follows a public consultation launched in September 2025 and renewed pressure from dental and health organisations calling for action on children’s oral and general health. Nine in 10 consultation respondents…
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The UK is at risk of raising ‘one of the unhealthiest generations of children in decades’ as roughly one quarter present with obvious tooth decay, a report into children’s oral health has said. Released on 14 July, the State of Child Health 2026 report measures progress on children’s health according to 12 key indicators. As…
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George Saada explains how digital dentistry, evidence-based education and personal relationships work together to improve the customer experience for dental professionals. For many businesses, including those in the dental industry, the initial contact with consumers now often occurs online. While digital channels, such as social media, email, newsletters, and websites, can generate significant engagement, the personal,…
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Candidates hoping to secure a place for Part 2 of the Overseas Registration Exam (ORE) were told by the General Dental Council (GDC) that bookings would be delayed by a further week. The booking window will now take place on Tuesday 21 July. The GDC confirmed that the delay was linked with technical issues which…
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Dental graduate Tila Lawton has been named as one of the 50 most influential students at Bristol University for exceptional contributions to academic and pastoral life such as establishing an HIV and equality symposium. The symposium will now become an annual event at Bristol Dental School. Tila also worked with staff to create dedicated spaces…
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Lactation experts Ashana Gupta and Sarah Oakley analyse the case of a dentist suspended over consent failings in infant tongue tie treatment, while the registrant reflects on the wider lessons for dentistry. The terms tongue and lip tie refer to congenital conditions whereby the frenulum connecting the lip or tongue to the mouth is too…
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Everywhen shares the news of its rebrand from Towergate and the fantastic introductory offer you can now claim for your dental insurance. We’re pleased to share with you that Towergate has now rebranded to Everywhen. The new name reflects the company’s ongoing commitment: being by your side always and at all times. It still has…
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The prevalence of periodontitis was twice as high in those showing early signs of kidney dysfunction in a new study, adding to growing evidence that gum disease should be considered a systemic issue. Though gum disease has previously been linked to severe kidney failure, researchers from the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf have now found an…
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