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On 13 January 2025, Philips launched its most innovative Sonicare toothbrush, which features new adaptive brushing technology, 62,000 gentle sonic movements per minute and patented optical sensing capability. Studies show that the brush can achieve up to 20 times more biofilm removal and up to 30 times more plaque removal in hard-to-reach areas compared with…
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Two thirds of people said they brush for less than two minutes, while one in three said they would skip toothbrushing altogether when they feel tired or lazy. This is according to a survey of 2,000 UK adults on the topic of oral hygiene conducted by electronics retailer Currys. The most common reasons for skipping…
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Dentist and clinical lecturer Rakhee Patel will take up the post of deputy chief dental officer (CDO) for England. She will work alongside CDO for England Jason Wong and Nick Barker, who is also acting as a deputy CDO. Rakhee Patel is a senior clinical lecturer and honorary consultant at King’s College London. She is…
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With a 98% success rate to B1 or whiter, Enlighten promises to swap underwhelming whitening results for delighted patients and higher margins. What is Enlighten? Enlighten is the first tooth whitening system in the world to guarantee results, irrespective of starting shade. There is no need to change diet and results lasts permanently with very…
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On 8 February, the Aligner Dental Academy (ADA) will host its annual SAFE Symposium in the heart of central London. Bringing together a formidable lineup of dentistry experts, the event will serve as a platform to share best practices, educational insights and the collective experience gained from tens of thousands of Invisalign cases. What’s in…
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It’s been a busy week in the world of dental news. Missed the headlines? Here’s what’s happened over the past seven days… Refugee dental professionals given priority ORE access by GDC The General Dental Council (GDC) has introduced a new policy granting priority Overseas Registration Exam (ORE) booking access to dental professionals with refugee status. This…
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An adhesive derived from green tea has shown promise as a treatment for oral mucositis (inflammation of the mouth) in a new study. Green tea has previously been found to have anti-inflammatory properties as it contains anti-oxidants called catechins. Building on this, researchers at the Tokyo University of Science (TUS) explored the potential for using…
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Supervised toothbrushing provision varies greatly between different UK areas according to new research, as experts criticise the government’s failure to implement a nationwide scheme. The research paper found that provision of supervised brushing schemes across the UK has increased since 2022. However, the number of children reached by supervised brushing schemes ranged from 70 to…
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Described as ‘a complete break from precedent’, the Welsh government has offered NHS dentists a 6% pay increase in exchange for meeting four conditions. On 21 January health and social care secretary Jeremy Miles addressed a letter to NHS dental contract holders announcing the pay uplift. It said the 6% pay rise was dependant on…
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As we approach National Apprenticeship Week from 10 to 16 February 2025, Bupa Dental Care answers everything you need to know about apprenticeships in the world of dentistry. What is an apprenticeship? An apprenticeship is a fantastic learning opportunity that relates directly to your job, allowing you to gain nationally recognised qualifications. As an apprentice,…
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A dental society has responded to a study which links consuming ultra-processed foods with stunted jaw development in children. The study analysed the diets of young children, finding that those who consumed more ultra-processed foods had smaller, less developed jaws. The researchers suggest this is because they are generally softer and require less chewing. Dr…
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To help you achieve optimal results, the Aligner Dental Academy shares its top tips for managing anterior spacing cases with Invisalign. We have all had that patient who has come in with that awkward space between their front teeth. Anterior spacing has become an increasingly common concern among dental patients today. Fortunately, with advancements in…
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Disruptions to the oral microbiome including the presence of a common bacteria have been linked to the development of mouth cancer by a new study. Fusobacterium nucleatum is a common bacteria often found in the mouth. Published in the International Journal of Oral Science, the study found an association between the presence of this pathogen…
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The Association of Dental Groups (ADG) warns of the significant gap in the dental workforce as it awaits the Labour government and Department of Health and Social Care’s action plan to deliver on their election manifesto pledges for NHS dentistry. Critical workforce numbers The gap in the dental workforce is significant. The ADG estimates that this…
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Practice Plan introduces the ‘In the Loupe’ podcast series – this month, Nigel Jones and Eddie Crouch discuss the state of NHS dentistry. Don’t miss the first episode of Practice Plan’s new ‘In the Loupe’ podcast series. The first episode is hosted by Practice Plan’s very own Nigel Jones with Eddie Crouch, chair of the British…
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It’s been a busy week in the world of dental news. Missed the headlines? Here’s what’s happened over the past seven days… Almost 4,000 more dentists registered in UK since 2021 The General Dental Council (GDC) has released its annual registration figures which show that the number of dentists registered in the UK has increased by…
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First-time buyers, existing owners and small practice groups were behind 82% of dental practice sales in 2024 according to a new report. Small groups alone acquired 29% of businesses sold in 2024, representing the most active buyer group. This had increased from 18% in 2023. Conversely, corporate buyers were responsible for just 18% of dental…
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The GDC has released its annual registration figures which show that the number of dentists registered in the UK has increased by 3%. There were 45,580 dentists on the register once removals had taken place. This is an increase of 1,371 dentists or 3.1% from last year. The registration numbers have been increasing steadily for…
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Marissa Bell, Sulaman Anwar and Anna Middleton explain how they utilise product recommendations to help patients achieve better oral health outcomes. Customised home dental hygiene recommendations form an essential part of post treatment aftercare. In an ideal world patients should leave the practice armed with the knowledge and, when possible, the tools they need to…
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