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Single-use wipe ban planned for 2024 – what does this mean for dentistry?
Kevin Keane explains the proposed ban on single-use wipes in 2024 and the next steps that dental practices could take.…
Business
‘Nothing short of scandalous’ – the dental industry reacts to Smile Direct Club closure
Following the news that the direct-to-consumer aligner company Smile Direct Club has shut down, the dental industry shares its thoughts. …
Business
A year of peaks, troughs and little progress – a look back at 2023
‘Not just a rollercoaster year, this time it’s Blackpool’s The Big One!’ – Practice Plan’s Nigel Jones and BDA chair…
Dentistry
Why attend the 2024 North of England Dentistry Show?
The north’s leading dental event is returning to Manchester in 2024 after a blockbuster event in 2023! Find out what…
Dentistry
Smile Direct Club cases overseen by ‘just five UK dentists’
The British Dental Association (BDA) has revealed that Smile Direct Club had ‘just five UK-registered dentists’ supervising its reported 65,000…
Dentistry
Smile Direct Club files for bankruptcy – what does this mean for dentistry?
We hear what the Smile Direct Club bankruptcy news means for dentistry, the aligner industry, and the customers who have…
Dentistry
Government plans to reform dental regulation dubbed ‘disappointing’
A recently announced proposal to reform regulation across all healthcare professions has been criticised for its failure to provide a…
Dentistry
Apolline strategic partnership drives Dentistry Club to new heights
FMC, publisher of Dentistry, is thrilled to announce its recent collaboration with Apolline, a leader in dental practice compliance management.…
Business
Uncovering the truth behind Smile Direct Club
Following the news that Smile Direct Club has shut down, Emma Laing discusses the truth behind the business, from non-disclosure…
Dentistry
‘I felt guilty and isolated’ – dentist removed from register for forgetting ARF payment
fmc-stage.thinkdemo.co.uk speaks to a dentist based in Derbyshire about their own registration troubles and why they believe a mandatory grace…
Dentistry
Getting off the green mile
This month, Cat Edney discusses how ‘the H30 life’ – the Green Mile – can impact patients, the practice and…
Dentistry
Disrespectful behaviour among colleagues in dentistry is increasing, says study
Newly-released data shows that 30% of participants have experienced more disrespectful behaviour from colleagues compared to during the COVID-19 pandemic.…
Dentistry
Smile Direct Club shuts down following bankruptcy
Smile Direct Club has shut down weeks after filing for bankruptcy, it has been revealed. The direct-to-consumer aligner company announced…
Breaking news
Have you thought about alternative ways of saving for your retirement?
Neil Richardson discusses the trend of allowing profits to build within a limited company and ultimately become an alternative form…
Finance & accounting
Magical Dental Check-Up Day – tackling NHS access issues
Adding a touch of magic: Rowan Thomas reports back from the Magical Dental Check-Up Day at Islington’s Dental Beauty. On…
Dentistry
Dental Practice Accelerator – ‘a diamond in the rough’
Dental Practice Accelerator winner Hannan Saleem has a practice ready for polishing. Now, it’s up to him and his team…
Dentistry
How much attention have you paid to the dental news this week? – 9 December 2023
It’s been a busy week for dental news. Missed it? Here’s what’s happened over the past seven days… The 2023…
Dentistry
Dentistry Live: Invisalign orthodontics part two
Join Camilla Morrison on Thursday 14 December at 7pm for part two of her Dentistry Live broadcast on Invisalign orthodontics.…
Orthodontics
Big Brother contestant on returning to life as a dental therapist
Dental therapist Chanelle Bowen discusses her passion for dentistry and what it was like inside the Big Brother house. My…
Dentistry