Endodontic complications following restorative treatment

Steve Thompson presents a recent case study.

Increasing costs provoke fall in dental visits

Research commissioned by the Oral Health Foundation found more than one-in-three (36 per cent) Britons admit that they are sacrificing dental visits in order to keep their bank balance in check.

Oral Health Foundation suggests new ‘pudding tax’

A nationwide poll by the Oral Health Foundation has found the majority of Brits (54 per cent) now support a ’pudding tax’. The tax was particularly popular among younger people, with more than...

Digital Dentistry on tour

Planmeca invites you to experience first-hand its trailblazing digital solutions at a free to attend event on Monday, September 23, at the Wellcome Collection, London, NW1 2BE.

BOS survey reveals number of UK adults seeking orthodontic treatment remains high

New figures released today by the British Orthodontic Society (BOS) reveal that the number of adults seeking orthodontic treatment in the UK remains high.

To treat or not to treat – who decides?

The Mental Capacity Act (MCA) 2005 is designed to protect those who lack mental capacity, putting them at the centre of any decision-making process. However, an Act alone is not sufficient, as carers...

Charity announces new strategy for better oral health

The Oral Health Foundation has launched its new strategy for oral health, which will run until 2024. 

GDC plans on the right track, says DDU

GDC plans to ensure patients are better signposted to the right place to make complaints, were welcomed by the Dental Defence Union (DDU).

British Orthodontic Conference 2019

This month’s British Orthodontic Conference, being held at the SEC in Glasgow between 19-21 September, promises something for everyone – and as it takes place in just a couple of weeks, time is fast...

Dentistry degrees gives graduates the greatest choice in home ownership opportunities

Those studying dentistry at university have the greatest choice when it comes to getting onto the property ladder during their first year of work, according to new research by online mortgage broker...

BDA welcomes Health Committee inquiry into NHS dentistry

The British Dental Association (BDA) has welcomed news that the House of Commons Health and Social Care Committee has announced an inquiry into dental services.

Dentists should review ‘no dogs’ policies to recognise assistance dogs, according to DDU

The Dental Defence Union (DDU) is advising dental practices to ensure their policies are updated to ensure patients can attend appointments with assistance dogs.

Professor Mark Hector honoured by IAPD

Professor Mark Hector, dean of the School of Dentistry at the University of Dundee, has been awarded a prestigious Honorary Membership of the International Association of Paediatric Dentistry (IAPD)...

Reports of energy drinks ban welcome, says BDA

The British Dental Association has welcomed reports that health secretary Matt Hancock is moving to ban sales of energy drinks to under-16s. The drinks, which contain a double whammy of acids and...

FGDP(UK) welcomes new requirement for schools

The Faculty of General Dental Practice UK (FGDP(UK)) has welcomed the inclusion of oral health in new statutory guidance on health education for schools in England.

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