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Will the GDC’s action plan change anything?

Seb Evans reviews the GDC’s action plan following the PSA’s whistleblowing investigation. This week the GDC published its action plan after the…

Dentistry

Inaugural EAS congress a heartfelt success

Love was definitely in the air in Vienna over Valentine’s weekend (13 and 14 February 2016) however it was love for clear…

Orthodontics

TMJD treatment training with bite

After survey reveals 80% of dentists have TMJD patients they are unable to help1 first peer to peer training for…

Orthodontics

Join experts at Endodontic Skills Development Day 2016

Endodontic Skills Development Day 2016 is a one-day event on 8 July for general dental practitioners looking to excel in…

Endo Features

Patients’ delight with treatment from Plymouth University dental students

Almost all (99.97%) of NHS patients treated by dental students at Plymouth University’s Dental Education Facilities would recommend them to…

Young Dentist

Nanostructured titanium makes dental implants easier for patients and surgeons

Nanostructured titanium implants, along with new techniques, could help shorten treatment time for patients, a new study has shown. The…

Implant dentistry

NHS England and HEE announce first Dental Clinical Leadership fellowships

NHS England and Health Education England have launched the first Dental Clinical Leadership fellowships in the NHS, in England. The fellowship…

Dentistry

The recommendation game

Guy Meyers explains how to use patient testimonials and recommendations to help your dental practice. The benefit of patient recommendation…

Software of Excellence

Become a Select owner today

Select Villages presents a unique opportunity to buy a distinct part of a four-star luxurious holiday cottage, serviced by central leisure facilities,…

Private Practice

Oral health issues cost UK economy £36.6 million each year

Employees missing work due to oral health issues costs the UK £36.6 million a year, according to a new study.…

Oral health

FGDP(UK) says levels of sugar in hot drinks is ‘shocking’

The FGDP(UK) says the ‘shocking’ amount of sugar in some hot drinks is evidence of the need for bold action. A survey…

Dentistry

BDA Careers Day – helping young dentists take the next step

Sophie Bracken attended the recent BDA Careers Day event in London, a day specifically designed to help young dentists plan…

Young Dentist

Why aren’t we talking about gum disease more?

Living with gum disease is not easy. Its prevalance remains high and it can affect patients’ overall health, leading to…

Oral health

Air N Go perio case

Drs Jean-Francois and Marie Grace Michel present a perio case using Air N Go. For more information visit www.acteongroup.co.uk/products/build-in-program/air-n-go.aspx.

Acteon

Kylie Jenner shows off diamond grill

Kylie Jenner has been snapped sporting some over-the-top mouth wear by her boyfriend. Rapper Tyger shared a photo of the…

Celebrity News

Packing a punch at the Dentistry Show

Practice Plan reveals what’s in store in the Dental Business Theatre during this year’s Dentistry Show. It has recently been…

Dentistry Features

Protection is better than cure

Joanne Gill of GLR Public Relations explores how to manage your reputation in a crisis A lot of things can…

Private Features

Patients would rather hold a tarantula than visit the dentist

More than one in 10 UK adults (12%) would rather hold a tarantula than sit in a dentist chair, according…

Dentistry

A glass of water can help tackle morning breath

New research suggests that a drinking a glass of water first thing in the morning is an effective way of…

Oral health