Government says it must do more to improve NHS dental access
The government has said it must do more to ensure that everyone in the UK can access an NHS dentist. This follows a Health and Social Care Committee report in which ministers were called on to end a ‘crisis of access’ that had led to high levels of pain and distress. The government accepted the […]
A matter of taste – aid patient adherence
Colgate explains how dental professionals can use taste to aid adherence in patients with an increased risk of caries. Dental professionals dedicate time to proactively guide and coach patients in enhancing their oral health through self-care at-home. Employing an evidence-based approach in providing advice and implementing interventions can significantly contribute to achieving superior patient outcomes. […]
NHS to private conversions – ‘no sign of things slowing down’
Katrina Rees and Suki Singh discuss the trend throughout 2023 of practices converting from NHS to independent dentistry and whether it will continue. ‘There’s been a massive spike in the number of practices making the jump completely from NHS into independent dentistry’ is one of Practice Plan area manager Katrina James’ comments on the NHS […]
The Young Dentist winner on staying grounded
Young Dentist winner Sorabh Patel shares his story of self-reflection, mentorship and the importance of staying on the right path – both figuratively and literally. How did you get into dentistry? I’ve wanted to be a dentist since I was 16 years old. I didn’t get into dentistry the first time around, so I ended […]
How does the autumn statement impact the dental team?
Johnny Minford discusses why the 2023 autumn statement could be a cause for concern for practice principals and owners. It is true that dental practices are seeing their income squeezed in this time of slowed economic growth and higher interest rates. This equally affects the members of the team, particularly those employed, who perhaps do […]
Catch up with this week’s dental news – 16 December 2023
It’s been a busy week for dental news. Missed it? Here’s what’s happened over the past seven days… Smile Direct Club shuts down following bankruptcy Smile Direct Club has shut down weeks after filing for bankruptcy, it has been revealed. The direct-to-consumer aligner company announced the ‘incredibly difficult decision’ to shut down operations at the […]
What’s next for Smile Direct Club patients?
‘Seek professional guidance immediately’: In light of Smile Direct Club’s closure, dentists share their advice for those left midway through treatment. Kunal Patel, principal dentist at Love Teeth Dental The closure of Smile Direct Club is undoubtedly concerning news. The company’s approach to do-it-yourself teeth straightening without in-person dentist monitoring has long been a point […]
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