Smile Escapes

‘Mum guilt’ in dentistry: balancing ambition and motherhood

Zayba Sheikh shares how women in dentistry can embrace ambition, success and family – without the mum guilt. It’s fair to say my journey to success hasn’t been without its challenges. Like many working mothers, I have encountered ‘mum guilt’ – that persistent feeling of not doing enough at home or at work. There’s this… 

Nearly one in four children skip toothbrushing

A new survey has revealed that nearly a quarter of children (24%) skip toothbrushing altogether because they ‘forget or become distracted’. The survey was conducted by Ordo in partnership with the Dental Wellness Trust to better understand parents’ attitudes towards children’s oral health. It also found that over half of parents (52%) report everyday hassles,… 

Be informed – the dental landscape in Scotland

Practice Plan regional support manager Selina Alexander reviews the state of dentistry in Scotland. How is NHS dentistry in Scotland faring? From what I see from visiting practices and reading the news, it’s less healthy than it used to be. The change to the Statement of Dental Remuneration (SDR) which came into effect in November… 

How to revolutionise your implant dentistry

The Digital Dental Academy explains why the cutting-edge Cowellmedi UK implant system is the smart choice for implant dentistry. In the fast-paced world of implant dentistry, staying ahead means embracing innovation, efficiency and superior patient outcomes. Cowellmedi UK is leading this charge, offering cutting-edge implant solutions, seamless digital workflows and unparalleled clinical support. If you… 

Why sustainable dentistry is the future

‘Every decision we make impacts the environment’: Mark Topley explains why sustainable dentistry is becoming a necessity. When you think about the future of dentistry, what comes to mind? Maybe advanced technology, smarter AI, or even fully digital workflows? But what if I told you that the real game-changer is something far more impactful, rooted… 

Dentistry Awards 2025: deadline extended!

The entry deadline for the 2025 Dentistry Awards has been extended – read our guide to entering the awards below. The 2025 Dentistry Awards is just around the corner following a season shift to June. Dubbed ‘dentistry’s biggest party’, the awards will return to Leicester’s Athena this summer to celebrate another year of outstanding dentistry.… 

News you’ve missed this week – 22 March 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… Complaints about private dentistry rise by 133% in one year Private dental complaints in the UK have more than doubled in just one year, with leaders saying it highlights the ‘challenging environment’ the…