Registered dental therapists increase by 52% in two years
The number of dental care professionals (DCPs) on the UK register has expanded to its largest size in recent years – but one role has seen a consistent drop since 2023. Following the annual renewal period, more than 80,650 DCPs are now registered across the UK – marking a rise of 4,764 professionals (6.26%) compared…
Obstructive sleep apnoea: are you asking your patients about sleep?
Arti Hindocha, in collaboration with DB Orthodontics, presents a comprehensive hands-on course on managing obstructive sleep apnoea as a dental professional. The course will offer a practical guide and overview for dentists and orthodontists looking to successfully treat patients for snoring and obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA). The event takes place at the Hilton London Metropole,…
Precision, prestige and partnership: how Sunil Hirani built a world-class orthodontic practice with RPA Dental
In the heart of Milton Keynes, SmileLux Specialist Orthodontic Centre stands as a beacon of excellence in modern orthodontics — and at its helm is the dynamic Sunil Hirani. With over two decades of orthodontic experience and consultant-level qualifications, Dr Hirani is widely acknowledged as one of the UK’s most skilled and forward-thinking orthodontists. From…
Micro-layering: A new era in porcelain layering
Highly aesthetic lithium disilicate or zirconia-based framework materials combined with a micro-layer of porcelain are becoming the new standard for producing lifelike ceramic restorations. In this interview, Mathias Fernandez Y Lombardi, head of technical marketing for Europe at Kuraray, shares expert insights into adopting, refining and selecting materials for lifelike ceramic restorations.
How Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill will reshape dentistry
CHICAGO, US: As one of President Donald Trump’s proudest accomplishments, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB), enacted in July 2025, is a sweeping budget reconciliation law containing far-reaching provisions for dental professionals, students and patients. Tax reforms, student loan changes, adjustments in Medicaid funding—its effects will be felt across the profession for years to […]
Tiny robots used to treat sensitive teeth
Magnetic nanobots – microscopic robots that penetrate deep into the dentinal tubules – have been designed to combat tooth sensitivity. The robots use a new class of bioceramic cement to form durable seals in worn enamel. This reduces tooth sensitivity in one application by limiting access to nerve endings. While desensitising toothpastes have a similar…
Cranial osteopathy and dentistry: why understanding skull movement could be key to oral health
In this article, Chris Harris makes the case that understanding cranial osteopathy isn’t just relevant to dentistry – it is essential. Is an understanding of cranial osteopathy relevant for dentistry? Yes, it is. In fact, I would argue that it is not only relevant but essential. The following is a condensed whistlestop tour of some…
FGM Dental Group presents new dental e-learning campus
FGM Dental Group, a global leader in tooth whitening, has launched the FGM Dental Group Campus, a new online learning platform for dental professionals. The campus will host live and on-demand educational courses led by international experts, starting this month with a webinar dedicated to advanced clinical whitening protocols.
Not all dentine hypersensitivity solutions are equal
Colgate discusses screening, diagnosing and treating dentine hypersensitivity, plus the best products to address it. Dentine hypersensitivity (DHS): a chronic problem (Davari et al, 2013; Dam et al, 2022). Up to 57% of dental patients suffer from dentine hypersensitivity (Berg et al, 2021), so identifying DHS is essential (Canadian Advisory Board, 2023). The steps to…
Survey exposes systemic failings behind burn-out in dental teams
DUNDEE, Scotland: A landmark UK study has found that stress and burn-out across the dental workforce stem largely from systemic issues, particularly within National Health Service (NHS) dentistry, with some professionals reporting “serious mental health issues, including suicidal ideation”. The authors warn that, without urgent reform, these pressures will continue to damage both staff well-being […]