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A different narrative

Fiona Ellwood asks if it is time for a new conversation regarding oral health improvement practitioners.

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Vapes should have the same restrictions as cigarettes, say Welsh public health officials

The same restrictions that currently apply to tobacco products should be applied to the marketing, packaging and display of e-cigarettes, according to...

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Post nominals: what are the guidelines?

Pam Swain addresses the ongoing discussion of when best to use your post nominals.

A forum for success

Joan Hatchard outlines the many fantastic speakers at this year’s Dentistry show.

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Acts of support

BADN president Debra Worthington details the recent efforts of Labour MP Cat Smith on behalf of dental nurses.

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An awarding organisation!

Kate Kerslake answers some questions on what an exciting new change will mean for the future of NEBDN.

The social media maze

Clementine Rees Brown discusses the perks and pitfalls of a social media career with Anna Middleton.

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Urgent action needed as millions miss out on NHS dentistry

The British Dental Association (BDA) has warned government must commit to rapid and sweeping reform, as the latest official figures underline the huge...

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NASDAL goodwill survey – NHS practice values see big drop

This survey covers the quarter ending October 31, 2021 and includes data on valuations as well as deals completed (i.e., practices bought or sold by...

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Dentists: higher examination fees will do little to address the backlog of unmet patient care

The British Dental Association (BDA) Scotland has said the higher fees for examination, announced recently, will do little to address the colossal...

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Three in 10 Brits can’t access an NHS dentist

Despite the hard work of dental teams during the pandemic, nearly a third (30 per cent) of people in the UK haven’t been able to access an NHS dentist...