General election 2024: what has each party promised for dentistry?
2024-06-14
With a general election just around the corner, Dentistry looks at what each party has said about dentistry so far. Last month, Prime Minister Rishi
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What can NHS dentistry expect from the upcoming election?
2024-06-11
As the general election approaches and with NHS dentistry a hot topic, Neel Kothari shares his thoughts on the political promises we can expect to
What do dental professionals want to see in party manifestos?
2024-06-06
With a general election fast approaching, Gaby Bissett spoke to a number of dental professionals about what they would like to see in party manifestos.
NHS dentistry delivery still 15% lower than pre-pandemic levels
2024-06-03
NHS dental treatment delivery has still not recovered to pre-pandemic levels, with 2022/2023 treatment levels falling 15% behind. This is according to a new parliamentary
Proposed compulsory NHS tie-in for new dentists – the profession reacts
2024-05-29
We hear the thoughts from the profession on the government’s proposal for a compulsory NHS tie-in for newly-qualified dentists. Last week, the government launched a
Scottish Liberal Democrats pledge to ‘save NHS dentistry’
2024-05-28
The Scottish Liberal Democrats has launched its general election campaign with a focus on NHS dentistry as it pledges to tackle Scotland’s dental deserts. The
Compulsory NHS tie-in for new dentists under consideration
2024-05-23
The government has launched a consultation on a ‘tie-in period’ that would require newly-qualified dentists to work in the NHS for several years after graduation.
Keen for additional income? Introducing the Global Dentists’ Pool
2024-05-18
Dr Namrata Upadhyay, CEO and founder of NamNR Pro, explains how her Global Dentists’ Pool works and why it could be the answer for dentists working within
Cancer patients will see ‘few benefits’ of free dentistry, says BDA
2024-04-18
As MPs debate whether to extend free NHS dentistry to cancer patients, experts have expressed concern that those already eligible are not receiving care. Yesterday
MP hopes latest plan will improve dental access
2024-03-29
Following the announcement that dental hygienists and dental therapists will be granted new powers, the government shares the rationale behind this decision and the impact
Are dental therapists used to their full potential in the UK?
2024-03-26
Last week, we asked if dental therapists are being used to their full potential in the UK – here’s what the profession thinks… Dentistry’s Big
NHS dental recovery plan could be unreliable, government admits
2024-03-19
The government gave ‘evasive and inaccurate answers’ regarding NHS dentistry at today’s Health and Social Care Committee hearing, the profession has said. This is according
