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Plans to allow dentists from abroad to work in the UK without taking the overseas registration exam (ORE) are being considered by the government. The proposed plan – which is subject to a three-month consultation – comes amidst the growing shortage of NHS dental provision. In a release on 16 February, the government proposed to…
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New data suggests plans to recruit more healthcare workers will only succeed if greater financial support is provided to those considering training for careers in healthcare. Published today (16 February), the survey was commissioned by Universities UK and analysed by the Nuffield Trust. Of more than 5,000 people aged 16 to 26 surveyed, 73% had…
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A DDU survey found that 11% of dental professionals had concerns about gifts given by patients, including Valentine’s cards and flowers. The Dental Defence Union (DDU) has reminded dental professionals to speak up about inappropriate advances from patients after one in 10 survey respondents expressed concern. Nine in 10 respondents had received a gift or…
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After the resounding success of the 2023 event, Listerine launches the 2024 edition of the Dental Hygienist Roadshow! To register your attendance to Listerine’s Q&A Forum, simply visit dentistry.co.uk/dentalhygienistroadshow2024. Following the resounding success of the 2023 event, Listerine’s Dental Hygienist Roadshow returns in 2024. This year’s roadshow is an event you won’t want to miss!…
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GC presents a masterclass in step-by-step protocols for bonding direct and indirect restorations, available on demand as a webinar. Nik Sethi is the president elect for the British Academy of Aesthetic Dentistry, and director of Elevate Dentistry, Square Mile Dental Centre and Dental Beauty Basildon. In a recently released Dentistry Webinar, Nik talked in depth about his…
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Bupa Dental Care has launched its new clinical advisory team, designed to strengthen its clinical voice across the business. The team includes four specialist roles, each with a dedicated focus on defined areas of dentistry. This will ensure core dental knowledge and practicalities of each specialism are integrated across business decision making. The newly formed…
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‘Artificial intelligence (AI) will not replace dentists; it will help make their clinical outcomes more predictable’, says Professor Falk Schwendicke. ‘Empowering your dental practice using AI and diagnostics’ was the subject of the latest in the Digital Excellence Series by Align Education. The session featured Professor Falk Schwendicke and Dr Ingo Baresel, both from Germany,…
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The government has reportedly defunded the NHS Rainbow Badge Partnership, a scheme aiming to foster LGBT inclusivity in healthcare settings. It was announced on 9 February that the NHS Rainbow Badge Partnership would be coming to an end. The LGBT foundation, one of the charity partners within the project, said this was ‘due to lack of funding’.…
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PortmanDentex shares its mission to reimagine group dentistry and wellness enabling happier and healthier futures for patients, clinicians and colleagues. If you weren’t already aware, Portman Dental Care and Dentex Health merged in April 2023 to form one of the most prominent providers of privately focused dental care in UK and Ireland. This week, with…
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The Dental Practice Accelerator programme is up and running for winner Hannan Saleem and his practice – now, the crucial work of building a roadmap for growth begins in earnest. The Dental Practice Accelerator programme – powered by sponsorship from Align Technology – is now well underway, with winner Hannan Saleem and his practice London Dental…
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The BDA says it is ‘appalled’ at claims from politicians that the NHS dentistry crisis is being worsened by immigrants. The Telegraph reported on 7 February that Conservative MPs and Reform UK (formerly UKIP) said the high number of new arrivals in Britain was driving an ‘unquenchable demand’ for health services. Conservative backbenchers also encouraged prime…
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Learn more about the application of crown lengthening in cosmetic dentistry – EduDent introduces its one-day masterclass. The one-day (seven hours’ CPD) event is aimed at clinicians interested in learning more about crown lengthening and its application in particular, to enhancing cosmetic cases. Short term orthodontics and cosmetic bonding can really change a smile, but…
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Key figures in the UK dental profession have shared their thoughts on the recently-released NHS dental recovery plan. The government’s long-awaited recovery plan for NHS dentistry was released yesterday (7 February) to a mixed response from the dental profession. The report promises measures such as a one-off £20,000 for dentists to work in under-served areas, an…
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Straumann explains how offering clear aligner treatment can prove a lucrative revenue stream for your practice. If the recent demise of Smile Direct Club showed that aligners based on at-home moulding kits at a ‘discount’ price was always a recipe for disaster, it also showed just how in demand clear aligner treatment is. A reported…
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Bupa Dental Care celebrates National Apprenticeship Week with inspiring stories from dental nurse apprentices. As we approach National Apprenticeship Week from 5 to 11 February, Bupa Dental Care’s latest research that shows 76% of healthcare workers feel that their job makes a real difference to society. However, 27% of those outside the healthcare sector lack the…
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Adhese Universal is a light-cured single-component adhesive for bonding direct and indirect restorations. One adhesive for complete flexibility. Sustainability is more than a buzzword Because your routine workload is already heavy enough, Ivoclar offers you solutions that are designed to help streamline your workflows and save time, materials and money. In this context, sustainability is…
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Get ready to be part of something extraordinary! Listerine invites you to the 2024 Dental Hygienist Roadshow and exclusive Q&A forums. This is your chance to explore the introduction of an adjunctive mouthwash and its transformative effects on patient oral health. Sign up to register your interest in attending our exclusive Q&A Forum: Engage with…
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The One Team – One Future Leadership Conference offered a jam-packed day of connection and growth. Rowan Thomas shares her thoughts on the event. On Tuesday 5 December, delegates from across the Portman-Dentex network gathered at the Hilton Metropole in Birmingham for the One Team – One Future Leadership Conference. The event was the first…
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New research has revealed which song has the most positive impact on patients in a healthcare waiting room. Practice management company Tebra first analysed 286 playlists on Spotify with ‘waiting room’ or terms associated with healthcare environments in the title. ‘Don’t Stop Believin” by Journey was found to be the most popular waiting room song.…
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