Smile Escapes

Eight in 10 NHS staff say new green spaces have improved work

NHS charities across the UK have been awarded £500,000 to invest in creating and improving green spaces, which research has revealed have significant benefits for staff and patients alike. The award is the third round of funding dedicated giving NHS staff, patients and communities better access to nature, and will be divided between 15 NHS… 

Dental graduate NHS tie-in proposed in Scotland

Scottish dental, medical and nursing graduates would have to work in the NHS for five years or repay tuition support under a new Scottish Labour Party tie-in proposal. Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar said he would implement the ‘train here, stay here’ policy if elected as first minister in this year’s Holyrood election. It would… 

How will proposed student loan changes affect dental graduates?

Prime minister Keir Starmer has pledged to make the student loan system ‘fairer’, but what does this mean for the next generation of dental professionals? The government has suggested that reforms of the student loan system such as reducing interest rates and altering the repayment threshold are being considered. The British Dental Association (BDA) welcomed… 

Composite-Driven Aesthetic Rehabilitation of the Worn Dentition

Solventum invites you to join Dr Ida Louise Line for an engaging and practical webinar focused on the composite-driven aesthetic rehabilitation of worn dentition. This one-hour session will explore modern restorative strategies for managing tooth wear, combining contemporary composite techniques with aligner-assisted treatment to deliver predictable, minimally invasive outcomes. Through a series of clinical cases, […]

Tailored orthodontic care without compromise

Discover Clarity Portal’s ability to give you the freedom to choose the best orthodontic treatment for your patients. Imagine having the flexibility to treat each patient exactly as their case demands – without being limited by a single modality or platform. Today’s orthodontic landscape is evolving, and so are your patients’ expectations. They want aesthetics,… 

The clinical benefits of daily use of mouthwash

Listerine explains the often overlooked benefits that daily mouthwash can provide and the evidence behind them. Effective plaque control remains the cornerstone of both gingivitis management and the prevention of periodontitis. While mechanical plaque removal through toothbrushing and interdental cleaning is fundamental, evidence shows that mechanical methods alone are often insufficient to achieve and sustain… 

Osstem Implant surpasses 60,000 global sales of K3 and K5

SEOUL, South Korea: Osstem Implant has announced that cumulative global sales of its K3 and K5 dental unit chairs have exceeded 60,000 units. The milestone reflects sustained international demand and broad clinical adoption. According to the company, the achievement underscores recognition of the chairs’ functionality and quality across a range of clinical environments and markets. […]

“Dentistry is in its most exciting phase”

Dr Martin Wanendeya is an award-winning implant dentist with a passion for restoring function, aesthetics and confidence for his patients. Alongside clinical practice, he is a key opinion leader and passionate educator. Since co-founding Ten Dental in London more than 20 years ago, he has developed his clinical practice amid significant advances and transformation within […]

Stepping away: the importance of letting go at the right time

Sarah McKimm signs off from the Chairside Chat column and reflects on her time writing it and the importance of stepping away at the right time. Dear readers, It has been a true honour to have been given the opportunity to bring together my two passions, dentistry and counselling, to help shape the voice of… 

Essential aspects of occlusion for the general dental practitioner

Join Paul Tipton on 5 March at 7pm as he discusses essential aspects of occlusion for the general dental practitioner. Often regarded as one of the most challenging concepts in restorative dentistry, occlusion can feel complex and abstract. This session is designed to demystify occlusion by breaking it down into clear, logical principles that are…