Training and Education

Welsh politician campaigns for dental school

Siân Gwenllian, a north Wales member of the Senedd (MS), has commissioned a survey seeking to understand the experiences and perspectives of dental school students in Wales.

First dental hygienist to complete a PhD in clinical dentistry at a London university

Claire McCarthy, a clinical teacher and a clinical research fellow, has made history as the first dental hygienist to complete a PhD in Clinical Dentistry at King’s College London. She now joins an...

Fast track master's degree in research

Fellows and associate fellows of the College of General Dentistry (CGDent) are now eligible to enrol on a ‘top-up’ Master’s degree, which can be completed during a single year of part-time distance...

Continuing to raise standards

A look at how training, research and technology enhance patient care.

Welsh students receive first-hand dentistry experience

Fifty-five students have gained a taste of a career in medicine and dentistry at a medical...

Scottish dental school celebrates 100 per cent exam pass rate

Staff and students from the University of Dundee’s School of Dentistry have plenty to smile about as they prepare to take part in a rare academic tradition.

Students win awards for research in children’s dentistry

The winners of the 2024 Max Horsnell Travel Award and National Student Elective prize have been announced by the British Society of Paediatric Dentistry (BSPD). These annual awards recognise vision...

Professor receives award for services to dental education

Callum Youngson, a professor, chair of the dental board and member of the council at Medical Protection Society (MPS), has received an MBE for services to dental education in the King’s birthday...

New dentists required to deliver NHS care under government plans

Newly qualified dentists could be required to deliver NHS care for several years after they graduate under a government consultation launched on May 23, 2024.

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Training and Education

New dentists required to deliver NHS care under government plans

Newly qualified dentists could be required to deliver NHS care for several years after they graduate under a government consultation launched on May 23, 2024.

Training and Education

Dental surgery degree launches in Ireland

RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences has received regulatory support from the Dental Council to launch a new Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree in Ireland. The programme will commence in...

Deadline extension for research competition

The deadline for the annual research competition for foundation dentists in the UK has been extended to July 31, 2024.

A new consensus: first meeting of an advisory board for dental schools

At the end of January 2024, a select group was brought together on the South Bank in London by Kenvue for the inaugural Dental Schools Advisory Board meeting.

A quarter of the dental academics are aged 55 or over

Data published by the Dental Schools Council shows the clinical academic workforce is ageing. The council said this poses a risk to the UK’s ability to contribute to research, improve patient care and...

University launches hygiene and therapy programme

Over 400 people applied for just 24 places on the University of Suffolk’s BSc (Hons) Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy course, and those successfully enrolled started their studies at the beginning of...

Dental school inspires Ireland's first community-based dental programme

The University of Plymouth’s Peninsula Dental School prides itself on its award-winning community-based model – the first in the UK. Its impact is set to extend to Ireland, with a long-term...

Maintain a culture of quality care  

Nishan Dixit reflects on how comprehensive training enables him to deliver the best care for his patients.

Dento-legal essay competition launched

The Dental Law and Ethics Forum (DLEF) has announced the launch of its essay prize for 2024. This prestigious prize, now in its third year, is designed to inspire young dentists to engage with the...

Dental implant innovator unveils online education platform

A free education platform designed to upskill practitioners in the field of modern dental implantology, graft materials and techniques has been unveiled by the company behind the renowned synthetic...

Research training scheme for dental professionals

The College of General Dentistry has endorsed a scheme offering dental professionals certified training and experience in research.

Ministers preview university's dental training facilities

Three of the county’s ministers have visited the new state-of-the-art dental facilities being developed at the University of Suffolk.

University invests £3.2m to create a state-of-the-art dental clinic

More residents in North East London will have access to free dental care, thanks to a collaboration between Barts Health NHS Trust, Queen Mary University of London and Community Health Partnerships...

Supporting the next generation of water fluoridation advocates

The British Fluoridation Society (BFS), supported by The Borrow Foundation, is seeking to recruit a second candidate for its Career Development Fellowship.

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