Ban on energy drinks for under 16s welcomed by dentists
2025-09-02
Dental experts have applauded the government’s proposal to ban energy drinks for under 16s, pointing to ‘real scope for gains in oral health’. The Department
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Government to crack down on Botox and filler practitioners
2025-08-06
A new local authority licensing system will be introduced for delivering Botox and fillers as part of a package of measures to combat a ‘wild
NHS 10-Year Health Plan: therapy-led reform and graduate tie-in confirmed
2025-07-02
The government has unveiled its 10-Year Health Plan, detailing major reforms of the NHS – here’s every change that affects dentistry. The 10-Year Health Plan
AI to trigger CQC inspections in hospital dentistry settings
2025-06-30
New artificial intelligence technology will scan NHS systems to flag safety concerns to the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Described as a ‘world first’ by the
Government calls on dental practices to consult on contract reform
2025-05-16
The government has launched a survey for dental practices in England to inform plans to reform the NHS dental contract. Dentists across England are being
Legal minimum staff level proposed for NHS dentistry in Wales
2025-05-02
Senedd members debated a ‘radical’ bill to introduce a legally binding minimum staff level for NHS dental services in Wales as experts warn of ‘desperate
Sugar tax could be extended to lattes and milkshakes
2025-04-29
Milkshakes and lattes are just some of the drinks that could be covered under the sugar tax following new government proposals. Running until July 2025,
Exclusive: it’s time that we change dentistry, says chief dental officer
2025-03-07
Jason Wong, chief dental officer (CDO) for England, discusses the government’s priorities for dentistry and what it is doing to create change. As a dentist,
Influencers to educate youth on vaping dangers in new government project
2025-02-20
The long-term health effects of vaping on children is set to be investigated, supporting plans to tackle youth vaping in the UK. The £62 million
More than 100 patients queue for NHS dental access at Bristol practice
2025-02-07
A dental practice in Bristol drew a queue of more than 100 people as it announced it would be taking on more NHS patients. In
Funding stalls for NHS dentistry, dental leaders warn
2025-01-29
Following a ‘damning’ report into NHS funding, dental leaders have urged the government to ‘put its money where its mouth is’ and fix NHS dentistry.
Rakhee Patel appointed deputy chief dental officer for England
2025-01-28
Dentist and clinical lecturer Rakhee Patel will take up the post of deputy chief dental officer (CDO) for England. She will work alongside CDO for