Breathing techniques to beat stress in dentistry
Christopher Paul Jones shares how to harness the power of your breath to cope with stress and anxiety in dentistry. According to British Dental Association (BDA) survey data revealed last summer, the proportion of practice owners and associates who would recommend a career as a dentist in 2015 reduced by more than 10% in 2023.…
What is the modulus of elasticity (N/mm²) of titanium?
Brain of the Week – Chemistry The post What is the modulus of elasticity (N/mm²) of titanium? appeared first on 3M Dental Blog.
How do we attract people to dental technology?
Tackling the technician shortage: Matt Everatt asks a panel of experts if attracting people to dental technology is achievable. At this year’s North of England Dentistry Show, a panel discussion addressed the alarming decline in the number of dental technicians entering and remaining in the profession. Hosted by Matt Everatt, the discussion brought together lab…
News you’ve missed this week – 3 May 2025
It’s been a busy week in the world of dental news. Missed the headlines? Here’s what’s happened over the past seven days… ‘More sugary than Coca-Cola’: dentists call for baby food action Dentists have urged the government to confront the ‘grotesque levels of sugar’ in baby food following ‘damning’ research into the industry. In the…
Legal minimum staff level proposed for NHS dentistry in Wales
Senedd members debated a ‘radical’ bill to introduce a legally binding minimum staff level for NHS dental services in Wales as experts warn of ‘desperate times’ for Welsh dentistry. Mabon ap Gwynfor, Plaid Cymru’s shadow health secretary, suggested that the minimum staff level should be based on population need across Wales. If passed, the bill…
Laser treatment of pulpal exposure to potentially avoid endodontic treatment
Pulpal exposures are unfortunately a routine occurrence when treating carious teeth and frequently lead to endodontic treatment owing to the size of the pulpal exposure or the tooth being non-vital, whether or not a periapical radiolucency is present. Alternative care may be indicated when the tooth is vital, caries is close to the pulp radiographically, […]
Bridging the gap: the growing importance of dental hygienists and therapists
We hear from dental hygienists and therapists about why they are essential for improving access to dental care. Grant Simleit, dental hygienist at Dental Confidence, Southampton I find immense satisfaction in engaging with patients and working alongside them to enhance their oral health. It’s incredibly rewarding to see the positive impact of my work, particularly…
Plan for change: how is NHS dentistry being fixed?
The government’s plan for change promises an ‘NHS fit for the future’ – we explore how the plan will impact dentistry in the UK. What is the plan for change? In December 2024, the government announced a ‘plan for change’, laying out its priorities for the rest of this political term and beyond. This was…
Business: the less you plan, the less you prosper
Ray Cox explains that the absence of a clear and wisely funded business strategy can lead to decreased efficiency and lower profits. I know it’s something of a cliché, but failing to plan in business will often mean you are planning to fail. With start-up businesses in the UK this is certainly the case. Fewer…
Why practices are thriving in the cloud: real user stories
Software of Excellence explains the transformative power of moving to the cloud for dental practices and how Dentally can help. Moving to the cloud isn’t just about technology – it’s about transforming how you run your dental practice. Software of Excellence, a Henry Schein One brand, has been a leader in dentistry for decades, providing…