For many years, the US military infamously had a “don’t ask don’t tell” policy regarding it’s members sexual orientation. It was ultimately recognised as wrong and something it hindered the force’s performance.
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The College of General Dentistry (CGDent) has announced that it has begun the process of appointing its next president. At the same time it has marked the passing of a pioneer who was recognised as a founder of dental vocational training and the foundation dentist system.
Read more: College of General Dentistry Changes and the Passing of a Pioneer
There are some very mixed messages about the appointment of England’s new CDO.
’Smile Together’ has been driving a mobile dental unit (MDU) to Cornish and Devon harbour sides since 2017 and was cited by the Dental Recovery Plan as a model for delivery. As the government proposes to dispatch MDUs to remote communities, GDPUK’sGuy Tuggle speaks with Tracy Wilson of dental group Smile Together, about the initiative.
Read more: Dentistry On The Road: How A Mobile Dental Unit Became The Fisherman's Friend
A north London dentist, suspended by the GDC, has been handed a hospital order under section 37 of the Mental Health Act as well as being handed a restraining order.
According to stereotype, the British love to queue. Whether it is for bargains in the sales, tickets to centre court at Wimbledon, or to see a celebrity in the flesh, forming an orderly line is a national talent. It may say something about stoicism and a sense of fair play.
Q. What have XL bully dog concerns and the latest plan to fix the UK dental access crisis got in common?
A. Both issues show the dangers of shoddy and rushed legislation.
It is no secret that the GDC has problems with a high turnover of staff. Whistle-blowers have been poorly treated, and the Council’s rating on Glassdoor is hardly encouraging to would-be employees. Things may not be much better for the ‘Big Beasts’ of Wimpole Street, as yet another member of the Executive Team (ET) heads for the exit.
As Valentine’s Day has come and gone for another year, a leading indemnity company has issued a timely reminder to dental teams that they should not hesitate to call out what it calls ’inappropriate advances’ from patients.
Read more: Call Out When Patient's Gift Crosses The Line Says DDU