Dental Protection: Government proposal could deprive dentists of NHS Pension Scheme prior to a conviction

The Department for Health and Social Care (DHSC) has recently announced plans to give the Secretary of State the power to suspend a healthcare professional’s rights to NHS Pension benefits in cases...

Specialist facial surgeons warn of life-altering risks to self-injecting dermal fillers

The British Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (BAOMS) has warned people thinking about self-injecting dermal fillers that they need to understand the significant, and potentially...

TePe launches pilot recycling initiative

TePe, an industry leading manufacturer of interdental brushes, has partnered with Cannon Hygiene Ltd to introduce a pilot recycling scheme for interdental brushes. 

Nominate a smile: Give something back to someone who's gone the extra mile!

As part of National Smile Month, campaign organisers the Oral Health Foundation are giving you the opportunity to give someone special in your life the recognition they deserve.

NI commits to extend HPV vaccination as pressure from BDA pays off

The British Dental Association (BDA) has welcomed official confirmation that the authorities in Northern Ireland will extend the (HPV) vaccination programme to school-aged boys. 

Toothfairy at the palace

BSPD spokesperson and author of the Toothfairyblog.org, Claire Stevens, was recently awarded a CBE in the New Year’s Honours List for services to children’s oral health.

Reducing stress in dentistry - Vera Marques

This month is National Stress Month, which aims to increase awareness of the causes and cures of stress. A recent survey highlighted that high levels of self-reported stress and burnout were found in...

Supporting the future of facial aesthetics

The Botulinum Toxin Club are calling all dental practitioners linked to facial aesthetics, whether they have previous experience, currently provide facial aesthetic treatment or plan to in the future.

GC International AG appoints Kiyotaka Nakao as president and CEO

GC International AG, based in Lucerne, Switzerland, has officially appointed Kiyotaka Nakao as president and chief executive officer. Kiyotaka’s new role follows from the recent retirement of Makoto...

New Research Shows Fear of Litigation Causes Stress

During Stress Awareness month, eight out of 10 Dental Protection members admit the fear of being sued causes stress and anxiety.

Bupa Dental Care acquires Metamorphosis Orthodontics in London

Specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co has completed on the sale of Metamorphosis Orthodontics, a leading private orthodontic practice in Fulham, South West London, to Bupa Dental Care.

NASDAL Goodwill Survey – NHS Practice Values continue to drop

The statistics from the latest NASDAL (National Association of Specialist Dental Accountants and Lawyers) Goodwill Survey have just been released and make interesting reading. These statistics are...

England now lagging behind rest of UK nations on spending as charge hikes conceal cuts

As NHS dental charges in England rose yesterday by an inflation busting five per cent, the British Dental Association called for honesty from ministers on how the system has been used to slash state...

Dentisan warmly welcomes new business development manager

Leading infection control specialist Dentisan is delighted to announce the appointment of a new business development manager, Jenny Nixon.

Promising new treatment could regenerate gum tissue and prevent tooth loss

Gum disease is one of the most widespread diseases in the United Kingdom. When left untreated, the consequences can become irreversible. Now, a new procedure could treat the problem.

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