Scottish Government risks raising the drawbridge to health professions

The British Dental Association (BDA) has accused the Scottish Government of backtracking on its manifesto pledges and shutting off access to the health professions to those on modest incomes,...

Welsh Government's creative accounting does not equal new investment

Money pledged to expand dental services in Wales represents just a quarter of the sum taken out of dental budget each year, says the British Dental Association (BDA).

Opening soon!

Rodericks Dental Ltd is has announced that it has recently been commissioned by NHS England Central Midlands to provide a new dental service in Spalding, Lincolnshire.

Dentaid launches new volunteering trip to Zambia

International dental charity Dentaid has launched a new volunteering opportunity for dental professionals in the beautiful country of Zambia.

Dental regulator supports statement issuing advice on conflicts of interest

The General Dental Council has joined eight other regulators in signing a joint statement following the NHS’ publication of guidance on how to manage conflicts of interest.

Glasgow’s ‘Big Smile Big Band’ world record attempt

It is official! Guinness World Records has verified that the University of Glasgow’s Dental School, sponsored by the British Endodontic Society, successfully created the world’s biggest ever smile...

Unhealthy gums could put older women at higher risk of developing many forms of deadly cancer

A new study, which looked at data from 65,000 post-menopausal women between the ages of 54 and 86, found those with a history of gum disease were 14 per cent more likely to develop cancer.

Fundraising for the exemptions campaign

The BADT Council has arranged a fundraising event to support its exemptions campaign.

Interchangeable magnification loupe system launched

Orascoptic has introduced OmniOptic – an interchangeable magnification loupe that allows the clinician to select the optimal magnification power for each procedure.

“Pay restraint undermines progress on expenses for Scottish GDPs”

The British Dental Association Scotland has responded to the Scottish Government’s announcement of pay awards for 2017/18.

Dentist removed from register for failings spanning 12 years

A dentist has been removed from the General Dental Council’s (GDC) register of dental professionals after a series of failings which span 12 years.

Winning across the board

From products across the globe, the 2017 Beauty Shortlist Mama and Baby Awards has revealed this year’s winners.