Catch up with this week’s dental news – 13 July 2024
2024-07-13
It’s been a busy week in the world of dental news. Missed the headlines? Here’s what’s happened over the past seven days… How can the
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How can the new government save NHS dentistry?
2024-07-08
Following Labour’s general election win, Ben Atkins calls for the new government to consult the profession on NHS dentistry reform. The main thing the government
Dentistry Awards 2024 – advice and tips from one of its judges
2024-04-05
Ever wondered how to make your practice stand out when applying for an award? Events director Leanna Ellis talks to Ben Atkins, one of the
Celebrating 75 years of NHS dentistry
2023-07-06
As we mark 75 years of the National Health Service, Ben Atkins explains why some hard work will guarantee a bright future for NHS dentistry.
Assistdent: AI-driven software which improves dental diagnoses
2022-10-13
Ben Atkins on how Assistdent gives dental professionals the chance to offer patients an accurate picture of their oral health. Assistdent is an Artificial
Assistdent: the AI-powered software to build profitable, preventative-led dental practices
2022-09-06
We hear how Assistdent can help dental practices to be more profitable using software diagnostic tools to better preventative care. Assistdent is an Artificial Intelligence
North of England Dentistry Show – Ben Atkins on National Smile Month
2022-01-22
Ben Atkins will discuss how to plan for National Smile Month at the North of England Dentistry Show’s Dentistry Business Hub. The North of England
Using artificial intelligence to help with preventive dentistry
2021-07-23
Here, Ben Atkins and Tony Travers consider preventive dentistry, artificial intelligence (AI), and the potential for growth where the two worlds meet. ‘No-one taught me
‘Frustrated and dismayed’ – profession speaks out on latest Healthwatch report
2021-05-25
In the latest Healthwatch England report, it was revealed that some patients are being asked to wait until 2024 for an NHS dental appointment. Findings
One in 10 three-year-olds already suffer from tooth decay
2021-05-05
More than 10% of England’s three year olds are suffering from tooth decay, a new report reveals. The survey – carried out by PHE– found
Measures adopted by dental profession aided recovery from pandemic, report finds
2020-09-21
The dental profession rose to the challenge of treating patients as it pushed for recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. This is according to a new
Out of office – Ben Atkins discusses beekeeping
2020-06-07
Ben Atkins introduces us to beekeeping, what it involves and how a white flowery bap with salty butter is one of his true pleasures in
