It’s been a busy week for dental news. Missed it? Here’s what’s happened over the past seven days…
Dental profession bites back at claims NHS dentistry is ‘recovering’
The British Dental Association has urged parliament to set out a clear roadmap to reform for government after it tried to ‘defend the indefensible’.
The inquiry into the state of NHS dentistry continued as the Health and Social Care Committee heard more oral evidence on Tuesday.
The BDA disputed claims made by MP Neil O’Brien that NHS dentistry was on the road to ‘recovery’.
In 2022, one quarter of care home providers said that the people who used their services could ‘never’ access NHS dental care.
Costs leave one quarter of patients delaying or avoiding treatment
Current costs are leaving one quarter of patients delaying or avoiding treatment, according to new statistics.
The Dental Lab Expert – to sell, integrate or stay independent?
The Lab Expert, Ashley Byrne, breaks down the decision to either sell your laboratory, integrate into a corporate group or remain independent.
Dental nursing isn’t dying, it’s progressing
In response to ‘sexist’ comments about dental nursing recruitment, Preetee Hylton highlights why employers need to have an attitude change.
Lola Welch on being in the Panthera Master Cup top ten
We speak to Lola Welch about the Panthera Master Cup, why she chose to take part and what being selected means to her.
Dentistry Scotland Show
For the first time, the Dentistry Scotland Show will have a theatre dedicated to GDC recommended CPD topics. Sign up now!
Dentistry Webinars
We have two new webinars lined up for you next week:
- Clear scans for clear aligners – Dr Charles Brandon – Tuesday 2 May at 7pm
- Selling your dental practice? Five steps to achieve financial freedom and peace of mind – Thomas Dickson – Thursday 4 May at 7pm.
Don’t forget, all of our previous webinars are available On Demand.
Catch up with last week’s dental news here.
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