Smile Escapes

Trust AI, the ChatGPT for dentists, raises US$6 million in seed funding

SAN FRANCISCO, US: The migration of myriad dental services on to the cloud is one of the major dimensions of transformation occurring in dentistry. A key part of this move online has been, and will continue to be, the rise of platforms powered by artificial intelligence (AI), capable of instantaneously and accurately analysing visual data […]

Six things dental nurses and dental therapists should check when arranging indemnity

In this article, Ewan Johnson, assistant vice president at Densura, shares six key areas to check when arranging an indemnity policy. Working in dentistry is rewarding, but it can also be high-pressure. Whether you’re a dental hygienist, dental therapist or dental nurse, you’re dealing with patients, clinical procedures and public expectations – often all in… 

A new era in ICD communication begins as IMPACT and digital newsfeed go live

FLINT, Mich., US: IMPACT, a bold step forwards in the global communications of the International College of Dentists (ICD), has just been launched. As global editor and director of global communications at the ICD, I am proud to introduce this dynamic new format designed to keep our fellowship up to date and engaged.  

Partnership to deliver advanced aesthetic dentistry training in Dubai

DUBAI, UAE: A new agreement between UCL Consultants— the consultancy arm of University College London (UCL)—and Dubai’s Liberty Dental Clinic is paving the way for advancements in aesthetic dentistry across the Middle East. The partners have announced the establishment of a new bespoke aesthetic dentistry training programme to be launched in the UAE capital in […]

From contract to cliff edge: is your practice ready to go private?

Thinking of leaving the NHS? Discover how to protect your income, replace lost benefits and keep patients loyal when going private. The NHS gives you a safety net so reliable you barely notice it, until it’s gone. Going private can be rewarding, but it can also feel like stepping off a cliff without a parachute.… 

I’m nervous to return to dentistry after extended sick leave

Coming back to the dental practice after a long period of sick leave can be daunting – Sarah McKimm shares her advice for easing the transition back to work. The scenario I’m a dental nurse due to return to work in a couple of weeks after being off on extended sick leave, and honestly I’m…