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Still awaiting uplift confirmation on NHS GDP uplifts

Governments across the UK are yet to confirm the figure for the uplift to apply to NHS general dental practice fees and contracts.

Northern Ireland General Dental Service issues probed at Health Committee

Stormont’s Health Committee heard evidence from Department of Health officials Caroline Lappin, Gearoid Cassidy and Michael Donaldson at a session dedicated to General Dental Services.

Keeping dentistry on Westminster’s agenda

We have fought to put dentistry at the very top of the political agenda, and that’s continued into the political parties’ Autumn conference season.

Oliver McGowan training on learning disability and autism

Mandatory training courses are expected to be available later this year.

End of industrial action process for hospital trainees

Hospital Dental Trainees in England will soon receive a pay uplift that will amount to an average increase of 22.3% over the course of two years.

Darzi’s diagnosis on NHS dentistry

The Government’s landmark review of the NHS has echoed our call that fundamental reform is needed in dentistry, and at pace.

Prescribing exemptions for dental therapists and dental hygienists

NHS England's guidance supports dental teams to use new prescribing exemptions. Staff can register for a free webinar to learn more.

Mpox outbreak: Updated NHS guidance

NHS England updated guidance for NHS providers following the outbreak of Clade 1 mpox (MPXV, previously known as monkeypox) in Eastern and Central Africa.

Northern Ireland consultants vote to accept pay offer

The BMA Northern Ireland Consultants Committee has formally accepted the Department of Health’s pay offer for consultant doctors and dentists.

New resource launched to guide organisations in suicide postvention

A comprehensive guide aimed at supporting organisations after a death by suicide launches today, providing evidence-based strategies and recommendations.

Northern Ireland: We seek assurances from the Department of Health on back pay

We are pressing the Department of Health (DoH) to provide assurance to practitioners that the full 6.47% backpay for 2023-24 has now been paid correctly.

Medicines recall: Ponstan 250mg capsules and 500mg tablets

Chemidex Pharma Ltd has issued an alert regarding specific batches of Ponstan 250mg capsules and Ponstan Forte 500mg tablets (mefenamic acid).

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Dental nurse indemnity: What you need to know

It is illegal to practise without indemnity whether you are a dentist, a dental therapist, or a trained dental nurse (trainee dental nurses are subject to special indemnity arrangements provided by an employer or a training body). The indemnity required by the GDC for a dental nurse must cover claims from patients relating to clinical treatment, or advice provided by the dental nurse.

Dental compliance with the CQC

Our dental compliance team can help your practice become compliant, and maintain your compliance. Find out more!

Getting the most out of student membership at the library

Fifth year dental student, Deqa Mohamud-Ali, on how you can save time and money by becoming a student member because you get access to an extensive dental library.

Adopting Good Practice in Gibraltar

Daniel Borge, Chairman of the Gibraltar Dental Association, shares how Good Practice leaves no stone unturned when looking at how dental businesses should run.

Freedom to Speak Up: Raising concerns in the workplace

Consultant Orthodontist Nicky Stanford looks at how navigating the complexities of reporting concerns in a hospital setting can be daunting for any healthcare professional, especially for hospital dentists.

Reflecting on five years of BDA Indemnity

Our team celebrates the milestone by reflecting on their experiences in designing comprehensive cover and support for dental professionals, and what makes it different.

Navigating the rollercoaster of Foundation Dentist year

Foundation dentist Milton Justinsuthkaran on how to optimise your learning experience, and tested tricks for greater competence and confidence as a dentist.

What will a Labour Government mean for private dentistry?

The UK general election campaign saw unprecedented emphasis on oral health and dentistry, with all major parties featuring specific commitments in their manifestos. This prominence reflected campaigning by us, and many others, to raise the profile of oral health.

England: Tie in proposals and the need for real reform

Just hours before firing the starting gun on the 2024 election, the last government opened a consultation on proposals to force those who start training as dentists in England to work on the NHS, or face paying up to an additional £200,000 in fees.

London: No region untouched by NHS dental crisis

Natalie Bradley, Chair of the BDA Young Dentist Committee, on why the capital is feeling the full force of failed contracts and underfunding.

Free School Meals: Prevention in action

Why universal free school meals are an important part of putting prevention into practice.

GDC Interim Order Committee publication changes: Can more be done?

Are the latest revisions announced by the GDC adequate to address the issues?

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