A change in perspective
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NHS trusts say cost of living crisis has worsened public health
Almost all NHS trusts in England said the health of the public has worsened in their area due to rising costs, according to new research. Reported by the Guardian, the survey was conducted between February and March of this year. More than 70 trusts took part, including acute, ambulance, community and mental health. More than […]
Locum dental nursing: the pros and cons
This month, Gemma Forsythe talks to dental nurse Yakini Lateefah to find out the pros and cons of locum dental nursing. Locum dental nursing is something that intrigues me, going from one practice to the next from day to day, not knowing who you are going to be nursing alongside or what kind of practice […]
What to look for in a 3D imaging machine
Ben Caswell shares the top features to look for in a 3D imaging machine, and why investing in digital dentistry is so important. With the advent of increasingly sophisticated implants and orthodontic solutions on the market, the question of digital dentistry has already been answered. The benefits of going digital are clear for both practitioner and […]
‘Maybe I was never meant to be accepted into dentistry’: how imposter syndrome can impact your studies
Maya Abdulrazak, a dental student at the University of Leeds, explains how she has been impacted by imposter syndrome and her top tips for overcoming it. Imposter syndrome can be defined as when high achievers experience self-doubt about their intelligence, abilities or achievements. In relation to dental school, imposter syndrome can feel like you don’t […]
‘Significant risk to patients’: dental profession reacts to provisional registration plans
The profession has warned that plans for the provisional registration of overseas dentists poses ‘significant risk’ to patients – as well as an increased workload for UK-based dentists who opt in. This comes as the General Dental Council (GDC) last week published its response to the government’s provisional registration proposal, calling it a ‘valuable opportunity’ […]
The key to a smooth exit when selling a dental practice
Jenna Taylor explains how a poorly structured dental limited company can become a costly mess. Dentists who opt to run their dental practice through a limited company should be ready to invest in good advice on its setup. Structure your company in the wrong way and you may later find you are involved in a […]
Invisalign Live 2024: must-attend event for orthodontists
Speakers David Galler and Donna Galante give a preview of the topics to be covered at Invisalign Live 2024 this June. The importance of leveraging digital tools on the Align Digital Platform and how closer working between general dentists and orthodontists can create better patient outcomes are just two key takeaways delegates can expect from […]
Increased private care could lead to ‘inequalities’, says report
There has been a ‘relentless drift to the private sector’ within UK healthcare and dentistry, according to a new report by the Nuffield Trust. Published on 16 May, the Nuffield Trust report explores the changing role of the private sector in UK healthcare. The trust described ‘serious problems with access to care, workforce relations and […]
The future of artificial intelligence in the dental landscape
I will be speaking on the topic of artificial intelligence (AI) and dentistry at the British Dental Conference & Dentistry Show (BDCDS) in Birmingham, taking place on 17 and 18 May. In this article, I would like to share my thoughts on the impact of AI on the dental profession and explore potential advantages of […]