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‘The numbers don't add up’

A West Yorkshire practice has informed patients it will only be providing private care from September. The practice was one of the last providers of NHS dental care in the area.

Cardiff University research commissioned by the General Dental Council (GDC) has shown that while many dental professionals take a positive and proactive approach to their own learning and development, more needs to be done to ensure the full benefits of the Enhanced CPD scheme are realised.

Community protests closures

Bristol residents have come together to protest the closure of Bupa Dental Care in St Pauls. The practice is set to close on June 30 and will result in thousands of patients left without access to dental care.

Dietary restriction and gums

New research from King’s College London has emerged that shows calorie restriction (500-1300 calories per day) could be used to reduce gum disease.

Outlaw disposable vapes!

Cheshire and Merseyside public health officials have joined calls to outlaw disposable vape sales.

Bolton woman honoured

Vanita Brookes has been awarded an MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours list for her “services to the oral health of people with disabilities.”

Plymouth dental task force

A task force is being set up to tackle Plymouth’s growing dental crisis, following a commitment from the new council administration.

Ban on disposable vapes!

Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) is urging the UK Government to implement an outright ban on disposable e-cigarette products due to their disproportionate use among children and young people and their detrimental impact on the environment.

Susceptible to vaping?

Tighter regulations and education on harms needed to discourage uptake, says The George Institute for Global Health.

Supporting children in need

Dentsply Sirona continues to partner with America’s ToothFairy to support its shared mission of increasing access to dental care for children in need.

Restoring registration

The General Dental Council (GDC) has made it easier for dental professionals to restore their name to the registers so that they can practise in the UK.

Children's rights initiative

Launched on June 9, 2023, the British Society of Pediatric Dentistry’s (BSPD’s) new ‘Rights from the Start’ initiative will shine a spotlight on children’s and young people’s rights.

Oral health prevention report

The Oral Health Foundation is supporting the release of a landmark new report that aims to reduce the number of people suffering from tooth decay while also saving the NHS millions.

Menopause friendly award

Dental Protection – the world’s leading not-for-profit, member-owned dental defence organisation – is proud to achieve the industry-recognised Menopause Friendly Accreditation.