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Chief dental officer opens new Bedford training centre

A new state-of-the-art dental training centre has been opened by Community Dental Services CIC (CDS).

Periodontal disease linked to Fusobacterium nucleatum

Research on Fusobacterium nucleatum in saliva has demonstrated its central role in the development of periodontal disease and its potential impact on oral systemic health.

UK dentists perform surgery on rescue bears in Armenia

Two bears rescued from captivity in May 2025 have received urgent and complex dental surgery to repair the damage caused by years of biting metal cage bars and being fed junk food.

Children in Slough receive vital oral health education

A primary school and nursery in Slough have received oral health education from Community Dental Services CIC (CDS), delivered as part of National Smile Month.

Manchester private dental practice sold

Christie & Co, a specialist business property adviser, has announced the sale of The Bank Dental Practice in Manchester.

Offering minimally invasive endodontics

Phil Tomson discusses the treatment options available.

Toothbrush-shaped ultrasound developed to monitor gum health

Researchers have developed a toothbrush-shaped ultrasound transducer that can provide a less invasive screening for gum disease.

Research demonstrates feasibility of SMART design in periodontology

Researchers from the Faculty of Dentistry, Oral and Craniofacial Sciences at King’s College London have conducted the first randomised controlled trial for the treatment of Grade III...

MP visits community dental clinic in Luton

Rachel Hopkins, MP for Luton and South Bedfordshire, has visited Community Dental Services CIC (CDS) Liverpool Road clinic in Luton.

UK dental provider offers patients new ways to pay

Bupa Dental Care has announced its partnership with American Express (Amex), offering patients more payment options.

Dental furniture manufacturer sold to fit-out company

Dental and medical furniture designer and manufacturer Complete Dental Solutions (CDS) has been sold to healthcare fit-out company HiSpace.

New mobile unit unveiled by dental charity

Dentaid The Dental Charity is set to launch its 11th dental unit at Crawley Open House on June 18, 2025.

Orthodontic aligner conference hosted in Greece

The European Aligner Society (EAS) Conference took place in Rhodes, Greece in May 2025.

GDC opens renewal period for dental care professionals

The General Dental Council (GDC) has opened its annual renewal period for dental care professionals (DCPs).

A call to action

Rebecca Waters reviews the government’s new Simpler Recycling policy.