It’s been a busy week for dental news. Missed it? Here’s what’s happened over the past seven days…
‘Do I find work outside of dentistry?’ – dentist reveals 10-week wait to be reinstated on register
After just missing the ARF payment deadline in 2022, one dentist explains how it took its toll on her and her patients following a 10-week process to get reinstated.
As part of our Saving Grace campaign, we have been speaking to numerous dental professionals who have been removed from the register due to minor administrative errors
We’ve now received more than 1,000 signatures on our petition calling for change. Have you signed it yet?
‘Shocking lack of respect’ – calls for GDC to reconsider High Court appeal
Calls have been made urging the GDC to reconsider its intention to appeal a recent High Court ruling that said an aspect of professional conduct sanctions is ‘unfair’.
Taylor Swift tickets ‘easier to get than NHS dental appointment’, says MP
Taylor Swift tickets are ‘easier to get than NHS dental appointments’, ministers have been told as MPs discussed the state of NHS dentistry this week.
Vaping restrictions introduced in Australia
The Australian government has introduced a series of measures in an attempt to restrict the availability of vaping products.
The curious demise of dental technicians
With a worsening recruitment crisis, Matt Everatt questions the future of dental technology – can we train more dental technicians in time?
How choosing sobriety has transformed my life in dentistry
‘I believe every problem is an opportunity’ – this Dry January, Eszter Janusek explains why she chose to stop drinking alcohol last year.
Shortages of diabetes drugs to last until end of year, warns government
Shortages of diabetes drugs in the UK will last until at least the end of 2024 as demand increases for the medication that can also help to manage weight.
Sign up now to the UK Dentistry Golf Championship!
FMC is delighted to be hosting the second UK Dentistry Golf Championship this coming summer – find out how you can book here.
Digital and Implant Dentistry Show – what’s on at the Visionary Theatre?
The 2024 Digital and Implant Dentistry Show is taking place this month – find out what’s in store at the Visionary Theatre.
Have you signed up to the above webinar yet? All details below:
Reignite your passion for dentistry – Shaam Shamsi – Wednesday 17 January at 7pm.
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