BDA Offers Its' View of the Future
GDPUK recently covered one influential figure‘s view of how NHS dentistry might look in the future. At about the same time the BDA has offered a somewhat more dentist centric vision.
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As NHS England is wound down there is no shortage of other groups eager to be involved in shaping the service‘s future. One established voice is the NHS Confederation. This is a membership organisation that supports and speaks on behalf of the whole public healthcare system in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
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Outgoing Chair of the GDC Reflects on his Term
‘Not as bad as Bill Moyes‘ may be a low bar, but as his departure from the GDC this September gets closer, many registrants will pause to reflect on Lord Toby Harris‘s four years as GDC Chair.
Streeting Has ICBs in his Sights
Governing may not be as easy as it looks from the opposition benches. Last July, Wes Streeting almost bounced into office as Health Secretary. He saw the Conservatives reduced to a rump, a broadly welcoming BDA, and had a cunning plan to remove the NHS England thorn that had been in his predecessors‘ side. What could possibly go wrong?
Ireland's Differing Dental Systems Share Problems
On both sides of the border, there are problems with access to dental care on the island of Ireland. Despite different governments and different systems for providing care, an ever diminishing chance of getting to see a dentist appears to be a shared experience.
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Dentists' Mental Health Affects Patient Care
Research by indemnity provider Dental Protection has revealed that many dental professionals are experiencing mental health issues. Worryingly, they feel unable to take time off to address them and fear they are compromising the quality of care they deliver.
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Scope of Practice guidance finally revealed by the GDC: Huge Disappointment and Missed Opportunity
The GDC has revealed its new Scope of Practice Guidance that comes into force on 1st November 2025, replacing the current guidance that has been in place since 2013.
The Late Kevin Lewis - His Dento-Legal Achievements For The Profession
There have been many lovely obituaries written following Kevin’s death on 30th July 2025 celebrating his commitment to dentistry in so many ways. Although these obituaries have all mentioned his time at Dental Protection/Medical Protection Society, where he was Council Member, Dental Adviser and Dir...
Solo and Unsupported Expedition to the South Pole Part 2
Antarctica is well known for its sastrugi, so none of this came as a surprise. I was aware of the importance of not losing my sense of humour, which would have been all too easy in the maze of ice. On the days where the sun shone, these obstacles were truly beautiful. Weaving my way through them was...
At the Start Line - Solo and Unsupported Expedition to the South Pole
This blog has been a long time coming and for that, I can only apologise. I naively thought that a return to the real world without the same demands of training and fundraising, would mean more free time. How wrong I was!
GDC Failing Again - Wasting Your Money - Oversight Flawed
Once again, the GDC is in the courts and on the wrong end of criticism for the way it has conducted itself in legal proceedings Baz v General Dental Council [2025] EWHC 643 (Admin) (20 March 2025). At the same time, serious failings have been identified in the effectiveness of the non-executive Coun...
Are we heading for the end of mixed practice?
That three lettered blue and white logo over the door and on the website may not be quite the patient magnet that it once was.
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Does breastfeeding increase Early Childhood Caries?
Early childhood caries (ECC) is a common oral health problem, particularly in disadvantaged and developing populations. Its causes are multifaceted, including feeding practices like breastfeeding. The link between breastfeeding and ECC is unclear. Key findings No significant association was found between breastfeeding and the development of early childhood caries (ECC). Nighttime breastfeeding was associated with an [read the full story...]
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How do antiresorptive drugs affect the success of dental implants?
Antiresorptive drugs, used to treat osteoporosis and metastatic bone disease, can complicate dental implant procedures by increasing the risk of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ). This systematic review investigates how these drugs affect the success and complications associated with osseointegrated dental implants. Key findings Antiresorptive drugs significantly increase the risk of (MRONJ), accounting for [read the full story...]
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Does antibiotic prophylaxis reduce endocarditis risk after dental procedures?
The study assesses the impact of antibiotic prophylaxis on the incidence of infective endocarditis following invasive dental procedures, specifically focusing on the risk reduction for high-risk individuals.
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