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Evidence-based dentistry in practice

This article considers what evidence-based dentistry means, how to begin to implement it in practice, and why it is important…

Excellence in research

The Oral Reconstruction Foundation Research Award 2016/2017 is open for entries in the fields of implant dentistry and oral reconstruction.…

Implant dentistry

Tipton Training courses accredited with postgraduate level status

Tipton Training explains why it has decided to become nationally-recognised by a UK awarding body. Courses from one of the…

Turn your phone off and give yourself a proper holiday, Alun Rees says. The opening words of psychiatrist Scott Peck’s…

Are you interested in implant dentistry?

The world of dental implants is full of potential for dental professionals, offering exciting new possibilities to broaden skills and…

Dental chipping in the newly discovered human relative Homo naledi

After looking at the fossil tooth remains of close human relatives, Homo naledi, Ian Towle discovers their diet was very different…

A royal restoration

Claire Nightingale explains how she gave back some character to build her unique and majestic practice in London’s Royal Borough. Based…

Practice valuations falling

Practice valuations have continued to see a steep drop this year according to the latest NASDAL goodwill survey. The latest…

Dental lawyers recognised for excellence

Specialist dental law firm FTA Law has been awarded Lexcel accreditation by the Law Society of England and Wales, following…

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Will the NHS have to publish dentists’ salaries

With the BBC making public the salaries of its highest earners, Michael Watson questions whether the same might happen for dentistry.…

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Want to keep up to date with the latest news in dentistry, but struggle to find time to read the…

Snoring and bad breath most common ailments UK couples put up with

Snoring and bad breath are two of the most common ailments UK couples refuse to seek medical help for. According to…

Social media in dentistry: the good, the bad and the ugly

David Bretton explores the benefits and challenges young dentists may face when using social media accounts. Social media covers a…

Preserving the patient’s natural smile after an extraction

Help preserve patients’ natural smile after a tooth extraction. Use Tisseos, a resorbable synthetic membrane in a socket preservation. For…

Seeing both sides

Linda Miles considers the differing views from within the dental practice of lost chairtime Staff viewpoint The dental team members…

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The beginning of a better system

Ian Brack highlights the changes to CPD that will come into force in 2018. The General Dental Council has, for…

Hot drinks habit leading excessive sugar intake

A new survey has revealed that one in seven British adults are exceeding their advised daily intake in sugar from…

Fruit juices and smoothies causing ‘substantial tooth erosion’

Fruit juices and smoothies could be leading to irreversible damage to the nation’s teeth, the Oral Health Foundation has warned.…

Treating refugees in Greece

Tariq Drabu (centre) believes his volunteer trip to Greece was an eye-opening and rewarding experience for him and his patients.…