The impact of COVID-19 on the management of acute endodontic emergencies
2020-07-13
Ashni Hindocha looks at the effect COVID-19 has had on endodontic practice and what this could mean going forward. If you are still a dental
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Anosmia and COVID-19: how do I get my sense of smell back?
2020-07-13
A loss of smell – or anosmia – has been identified as a key symptom of COVID-19. Neel Barchha explains what it’s like living as
Dentists call for government action following concerns over missed oral cancer screenings
2020-07-13
The British Association of Private Dentistry (BAPD) is urging the government to amend its advice in a bid to help practices successfully screen for oral
Women report more difficulties with PPE than men, report finds
2020-07-10
Women in healthcare report significantly more problems when it comes to personal protective equipment (PPE) than men, a report has found. The study looks into
Complaint made to GDC against CDO Sara Hurley’s title
2020-07-08
A dentist has filed a complaint against CDO Sara Hurley for referring to herself as a ‘professor’. In a letter sent to Members of Parliament
Government extends suspension of VAT on PPE
2020-07-07
The government has extended its measure to scrap VAT on personal protective equipment (PPE) until the autumn. Dental practices will not pay VAT on PPE
BDA releases statement on Black Lives Matter movement
2020-07-07
The British Dental Association (BDA) has set out how it will tackle racial disparities within dentistry as it speaks out in support of Black Lives
Temperature screening ‘unreliable’ method of COVID-19 detection, says government
2020-07-06
The government is urging the UK to use temperature screening products with caution. The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) warns there is little
Secrets to success with Bill Dorfman
2020-07-03
Today Jana Denzel speaks to Bill Dorfman about his journey in dentistry, how to overcome challenges and his advice to younger dentists. Dr Bill
Embracing diversity
2020-07-03
CODE explains how principals can help create a culture of diversity, equality and inclusion within dental practices. As businesses, we should all work to create
Leicester dentists told ‘use clinical judgement’ on new lockdown measures
2020-07-02
NHS England is telling dental practices across Leicester to use their clinical judgement as to whether they can remain open. The move comes after Health
CQC to discuss registration repayment options
2020-07-02
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) will discuss repayment options if practices are struggling to pay their registration fees, a meeting heard. The British Association of