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A single patient record will avoid people having to repeat dental and medical information to different NHS providers under the government’s newly-announced NHS Modernisation Bill. The NHS could save around £20 million per year in medication errors, adverse drug reactions and duplicate prescribing according to government proposals to create a centralised health record for each…
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A dentist has been handed a 12-month suspension by the General Dental Council (GDC) after a criminal conviction for fraud linked to self-prescribing diazepam using patients’ names. In 2023, the dentist pleaded guilty to one count of fraud by false representation and received an eight-month suspended sentence, a £10,000 fine and a further £2,043.22 in…
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With more patients seeking simple, effective ways to enhance their smile, whitening continues to be one of the most in-demand treatments in everyday practice. While results matter, the experience is just as important – particularly when it comes to sensitivity, convenience and overall patient satisfaction. For Dr Meenal Patel, general and cosmetic dentist, these are…
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Join Julie-Anne Conway on 3 June at 7pm as she discusses real cases and real solutions for dealing with patient complaints. Even the best dentists get complaints from patients. That’s why part of being a good dentist is knowing how to handle these situations, and what you can do to prevent them. In this webinar…
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We hear from dentist, creator and social media personality Milad Shadrooh – better known to millions online as The Singing Dentist – on authenticity, burnout and building a career that can actually last. Recorded live at the North of England Dentistry Show, this special edition of Dentistry Talks explores the realities of balancing clinical dentistry with life online, from social media pressure…
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Making a strong impression once again at BDIA Dental Showcase, SprintRay demonstrated the continued growth and clinical impact of digital dentistry, highlighting how its advanced 3D in-house printing solutions are transforming modern practice. Through an informative press meeting at the SprintRay stand, engaging lecture and an interactive workshop, SprintRay showcased both the practical and commercial…
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Trishala Lakhani’s BBC documentary on ‘Turkey Teeth’ was the most watched by 16-25-year-olds in 2022 – she explains how she juggles being a dentist and TV presenter. Your documentary on ‘Turkey Teeth’ sparked a massive national conversation. Did you expect that level of impact? I always knew it was an intriguing topic that closely correlated…
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Due to ‘fundamental weaknesses’ in its governance, risk management and control framework, the Care Quality Commission’s (CQC) internal auditors concluded the regulator’s systems were ‘inadequate and ineffective or likely to fail’. The CQC has published its Annual Report and Accounts 2024/2025, noting that it covers a period of ‘significant organisational and leadership change’ within the…
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Those who provide their patients with composite fillings have probably already justified this with the fact that it is an aesthetically high-quality and metal-free form of restoration. But is this actually correct? After all, metal oxides are added to most composites in order to achieve the desired colour. OMNICHROMA, a composite from Japanese manufacturer TOKUYAMA,…
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If you’ve been following what’s happening in digital dentistry lately, you’ve probably heard that the industry just took a huge step: AI-assistive diagnostics is here. But do you know the essential basics? You can learn more in 3Shape’s eBook. Diagnostic transparency – a new dentistry trend? When patients struggle to understand what’s happening in their…
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Join David Nelkin on 28 May at 7pm as he discusses the first 100 days of marketing for a new practice owner. Buying a dental practice is one of the biggest decisions you will ever make. What happens next with your marketing is one of the most important – and one of the most overlooked.…
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Belmont has unveiled its upgraded Voyager III Plus ambidextrous treatment centre, featuring enhancements that further boost practitioner efficiency and elevate patient comfort. It retains all the familiar features trusted by dental practices across the UK for the last 30 years, while introducing some subtle yet impactful refinements. The Voyager III Plus now includes: The below-the-patient…
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More than half of young children in the UK admit to fibbing to parents about brushing their teeth, according to new research from Bupa Dental Care – showing the daily brushing battles faced by families and the impact rushed routines can have on oral health and dental anxiety. A nationwide study of 1,000 parents and…
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Join Khyam Chudhry on 27 May at 7pm as he questions whether your practice is quietly losing £100,000 per year. his webinar will reveal where dental practices may be losing profit without realising it. The session will help owners understand their numbers more clearly, identify hidden inefficiencies, and make better financial decisions with confidence. Learning…
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Paige Brooks from Sunderland has been selected to represent Team GB Lionesses at the Legends Ball Hockey World Championships 2026, taking place in Slovakia this summer. The selection marks a significant milestone for Paige, a head nurse at mydentist Avalon House, who will compete on the international stage against elite teams including the USA and…
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A gold ligature found on the teeth of a Scottish man who lived in roughly the 16th century has been described as the first set of metallic tooth grillz in history. Discovered at St Nicholas Kirk in Aberdeen, Scotland, the ligature is fixed to the right lateral and left central mandibular incisors to form a…
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This May and June, Savers is supporting cleft condition charity Operation Smile UK to change a life in seconds – by tapping ‘yes’ at the checkout. Savers has launched a new nationwide fundraising campaign to support the work of Operation Smile, inviting customers to turn everyday shopping into life-changing support for children born with cleft…
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New measures have been finalised to increase appointment availability, expand urgent care access and strengthen long-term dental services across the Isle of Wight. Discussions between the integrated care board (ICB), Isle of Wight West MP Richard Quigley and local dentists have led to a suite of new measures including a 48% increase in the island’s…
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Long before dental chairs, waiting rooms or local anaesthetic, a Neanderthal in Siberia was sitting very still while someone drilled into their tooth with a piece of stone. Researchers now believe this 59,000-year-old molar is the earliest known example of intentional caries treatment ever discovered, predating the next oldest evidence by more than 40,000 years.…
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