Campaign starts to save dogs facing death in dental study

Tens of thousands of people have joined a campaign to save six labradors from being put down at the end of a medical trial in a Swedish laboratory. The dogs have had a third of their teeth removed and replaced with human dental implants at Gothenburg University. A protest has been held outside the university and a petition with more than 80,000 signatures has been handed in.

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BDA backs calls for action on stress and burnout in profession

The BDA has welcomed Health Education England’s recommendations for sweeping action on stress across health professions, and renewed its call for parity in provision between NHS dentists and GPs on occupational health. BDA Chair Mick Armstrong said: “It is refreshing to see officials waking up to the weight of evidence on stress and burnout in this profession.”

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Should you extract or restore compromised first permanent molars?

A new study¹ welcomed by the British Society of Paediatric Dentistry (BSPD) finds that the treatment of compromised first permanent molars in young people varies considerably across the UK. A research team led by Greig Taylor of Newcastle University, identifies the need for clear guidance for their management.

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Dentists without legal representation face much tougher sanctions at GDC hearings

The results of a Freedom of Information request by Dental Protection show nearly two-thirds of dentists erased from the register following a GDC hearing in 2018 did not have any legal representation. Raj Rattan, Dental Director at Dental Protection, said: “These figures released by the GDC show just how important it is to have a good defence team if you are the subject of an investigation.”

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29% real terms cut from NHS dental care for everyone in England since 2010

The British Dental Association has responded to new figures revealing the full scale of cuts to NHS dentistry in England, stating the approach is now fuelling an access crisis and undermining the government’s stated commitment to prevention. They say Government contributions have fallen by nearly a third, as charges provide cover for cuts.

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New research finds link between deciduous teeth and childrens’ mental health

Children with thin tooth enamel are more likely to develop mental health problems in later life, a new study finds. Researchers have analysed deciduous teeth lost by primary school children and found that they could offer vital clues to their future happiness. The researchers have found that children with less enamel recorded higher levels of behavioural problems such as aggression and having problems concentrating.

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Campaign starts to save dogs facing death in dental study

BDA backs calls for action on stress and burnout in profession

Should you extract or restore compromised first permanent molars?

Dentists without legal representation face much tougher sanctions at GDC hearings

29% real terms cut from NHS dental care for everyone in England since 2010

New research finds link between deciduous teeth and childrens’ mental health

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