Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.6.2, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Scottish Dental magazine ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Dental team complete London to Paris cycle challenge](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/05/12/dental-team-london-to-paris-challenge/) - Two dental professionals have completed a London to Paris cycling challenge raising more than £6,500 for charity. Suzanne Ord and Karen Smart of SMile Hygiene in Comrie successfully completed the cycle in just 24 hours, raising the money for two charities close to their hearts; Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance and Dyslexia Scotland. The pair, who provide the - [A new age of compliance – the impact of immigration policy on the UK dental sector](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/05/13/a-new-age-of-compliance/) - Migrant workers play a crucial role in sustaining the UK dental profession. Current figures indicate that for the first time, overseas‑qualified dentists account for over half of all new dentist registrations in the UK. Against this backdrop, professional bodies such as the British Dental Association (BDA) and the General Dental Council (GDC) have increasingly raised - [Support is key for increasing number of international dental graduates](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/05/08/support-for-international-dental-graduates/) - Follows publication of the General Dental Council’s latest statistical report - [Candidate drop-in sessions to find out more about new dental examinations](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/05/12/new-dental-exams-drop-in-sessions/) - Prospective candidates can ask questions about the new tri-collegiate MFDS and Dental Specialty Fellowship exams beginning in October. - [Five reasons to get a valuation before buying a dental practice](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/05/11/five-reasons-to-get-a-valuation-before-buying-a-dental-practice/) - What do you do if you’ve found a practice but have no idea if the price is right, or even if the financial calculations you have been given are correct? Here’s how a valuation ahead of buying a dental practice can help you: 1 Accurate assessment of value To be accurate, a practice valuation should - [Disrupting bacterial 'chatter' could improve oral health](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/11/17/disrupting-bacterial-chatter/) - Communication between bacteria in the mouth could be 'hacked' to prevent formulation of plaque. - [International dentists outnumber UK dentists joining GDC register](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/05/08/internationally-qualified-dentists/) - Supporting a diverse and growing dental workforce is one of the regulator's core commitments - [Catherine Rutland to deliver 2026 College Lecture](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/04/13/catherine-rutland-2026-college-lecture/) - The Ethical Shield: protecting enamel, professional integrity and patient smiles. - [AI and virtual tech take centre stage at dental conference](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/05/08/artificial-intelligence-virtual-technologies-dental-conference/) - Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh unveils expert speaker programme for 2026 Dental Triennial Conference - [GDC confirms first ORE sittings and fees under new contract ](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/05/06/first-ore-sittings-and-fees-under-new-contract/) - Increasing capacity forms part of a collaborative approach to supporting the workforce and improving access to care for patients - [Former cinema to be converted into dental practice](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/05/06/former-cinema-to-be-converted-into-dental-practice/) - It will also serve as the administrative headquarters of a series of practices - [Changing lives at the checkout](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/05/06/changing-lives-at-the-checkout/) - Savers stores' support for Operation Smile enables life changing surgeries - [Truly Dental enters Scotland with purchase of private Glasgow practice](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/05/06/truly-dental-enters-scotland/) - Dental implant clinic 3 Step Smiles - [References](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/05/04/references/) - 1 Ardakani M. 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B., Sahitya S., and Mohana - [Mothers’ prenatal immunity shapes lifelong resistance to gum disease ](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/05/01/prenatal-immunity-shapes-resistance-to-gum-disease/) - The discovery opens the door for potential preventive strategies, such as maternal immunisation - [Archaeological evidence of ancient gold ligature discovered](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/04/30/archaeological-evidence-discovered-of-gold-ligature/) - Researchers say the rationale for undergoing the procedure went beyond retaining oral function - [Scotland: one in five unable to access NHS dental care](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/04/28/scotland-nhs-dental-care-access/) - BDA throws down the mantle to parties ahead of the Scottish elections - [NHS Dental Symposium hosted by GG&C LDC](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/04/29/autumn-nhs-dental-symposium/) - On Friday 30 October at 200 St Vincent Street, Glasgow, from 9am to 4.55pm, followed by a drinks reception. - [Updates to two important SDCEP resources published](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/04/27/sdcep-updates-resources/) - Antibiotic Prophylaxis Against Infective Endocarditis and Management of Acute Dental Problems - [Ambitious dentists can go far](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/04/06/go-far-with-clyde-munro/) - Elevate your dental career with Clyde Munro. Their Scottish practices offer clinical autonomy, cutting-edge digital technology, and unparalleled professional support. - [BDA's industry award 'reflects commitment to members'](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/04/24/bda-industry-award/) - Team was recognised for moving NHS dentistry from the periphery to front page news - [New dental examinations now open for applications](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/04/24/new-dental-examinations-open-for-applications/) - Exams will offer a joined-up approach to assessment and provide a clearer training pathway for all specialties. - [For sale: modernist masterpiece used to pay for dental work](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/04/22/modernist-masterpiece-used-to-pay-for-dental-work/) - Painted in Glasgow by a Jewish refugee who fled Nazi Germany - [Fighting oral cancer with bioengineered chewing gum](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/04/23/bioengineered-chewing-gum/) - Antiviral and antibacterial chewing gums reduce the levels of three microbes linked to worse outcomes in oral cancers. - [Half of dentists consider cutting their hours due to stress, survey shows](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/04/21/dentists-consider-cutting-hours/) - Nearly half of dental professionals have considered reducing their working hours and almost a third have thought about leaving the profession altogether as workplace pressure continues to mount, according to a survey by the Dental Defence Union. The survey, which coincides with Stress Awareness Month, shows more than eight in ten dentists say their stress levels - [BDIA and BADN announce partnership](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/04/17/bdia-and-badn-announce-partnership/) - Organisations say they can offer greater support, share knowledge and create new opportunities for their members - [College opens four new routes to Associate Fellowship](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/04/20/college-opens-new-routes-to-associate-fellowship/) - Four new routes to Associate Fellowship have been opened by the The College of General Dentistry (CGDent), significantly widening eligibility to those with accomplishments and experience in teaching, leadership, research or dento-legal matters. A stepping stone to Fellowship, Associate Fellowship was introduced by the College at its inception to increase the standing of those dental - [Losing teeth may lead to weight gain, researchers report](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/04/15/losing-teeth-may-lead-to-weight-gain/) - The loss of teeth affects a person's chewing ability, which can limit their healthy food choices. - [New toothpaste stops periodontal pathogens](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/04/14/new-toothpaste-stops-periodontal-pathogens/) - Contains a substance that selectively inhibits only those bacteria that cause periodontitis. - [New course to help dental team embody professionalism](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/04/10/dental-team-professionalism-course/) - Gives dental practitioners practical ways to think through difficult situations and protect their professional position. - [Let hypnosis guide you to inner peace](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/04/06/let-hypnosis-guide-you-to-inner-peace/) - As Glasgow prepares to welcome delegates to the XVII European Society of Hypnosis Congress, Mike Gow provides a preview. - [Artificial saliva protects teeth from acid and decay](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/04/07/artificial-saliva-protects-teeth/) - The key ingredient, CANECPI-5, binds directly to enamel, forming a shield against acids. - [Questions as Sarwar 'backs plans to cut NHS Scotland dental services', reports The National](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/04/09/questions-for-sarwar-reports-the-national/) - Newspaper cites Scottish Dental's report of Vermillion's Biennial Symposium. - [What a transformation](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/04/09/what-a-transformation/) - The recently opened Dental Clinic Ayr is a showcase for IWT Dental Supplies' expertise and exceptional service. - [April 2026](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/04/06/april-2026/) - Scottish Dental's April 2026 issue features a Dental Show Preview, clinical insights, and expert advice on management, finance, and Childsmile. - [Retention versus recruitment](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/04/06/retention-versus-recruitment/) - A Scottish Labour Party proposal has sparked a debate around the use of golden handcuffs. - [Everything comes down to trust](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/04/06/everything-comes-down-to-trust/) - Without trust we are all lost, but we must be worth that trust. - [The establishment of atraumatic tooth extraction](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/04/06/the-establishment-of-atraumatic-tooth-extraction/) - Performing atraumatic tooth extraction using piezoelectric surgery simplifies the procedure and yields superior outcomes compared with conventional methods. - [Celebrating 20 years of Childsmile](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/04/06/celebrating-20-years-of-childsmile/) - Scotland’s national oral health improvement programme Childsmile turns 20 and has halved tooth decay among children. - [How could you help tackle obesity in children](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/04/06/how-could-you-help-tackle-obesity-in-children/) - Dental teams have an important role to play in reducing obesity in children. - [What’s in a number?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/04/06/whats-in-a-number/) - Figures surrounding the number of dentists entering the profession must be scrutinised - [Why Scottish dentists drink more than they admit](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/04/06/do-scottish-dentists-drink-more-than-they-admit/) - The profession celebrates clinical excellence but quietly ignores how dentists are coping with the weight of it - [A scoping review of suicide in the dental workforce](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/04/06/mental-health-under-pressure/) - Reducing stigma, strengthening surveillance and targeted supports are needed to safeguard dentists' wellbeing - [BDA recognises outstanding dentists](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/04/03/bda-recognises-outstanding-dentists/) - They include Laura Cross, of Scotland's Hospital Dental Service. - [A job, a career, a lifestyle](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/04/05/a-job-a-career-a-lifestyle/) - Are you looking for your next career move? Are you interested in changing more than just your job title? With Clyde Munro, we offer a career transformation for clinicians with a passion for excellent patient care. We provide excellent practice facilities, alongside ongoing training and education that includes comprehensive courses at our dedicated academy in - [Education booking opens soon!](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/04/02/education-booking-opens-soon/) - Earn up to 10 hours of CPD by attending lectures and workshops at the Scottish Dental Show 2026. Join us on 12-13 June at Braehead Arena. - [A new generation of dental exams is coming](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/04/01/new-generation-of-dental-exams/) - Part of a new approach to assessment which will also see changes to the MFDS qualification. - [William Thomson MacCulloch](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/03/30/william-thomson-macculloch/) - His most enduring professional legacy lies in his pioneering work on ceramic veneers. - [Evaluating microplastics effect on the immune system](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/03/31/researchers-evaluate-microplastics/) - 3D-printed polymers release higher levels of immunostimulatory particles than traditional ones. - [CGDent and GC launch the Tom Bereznicki Award for tooth wear cases](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/03/27/tom-bereznicki-award-launch/) - Recognises restorative and aesthetic dentistry skills and patient care. - [Former Royal Marines Commando to speak at Scottish Dental Show](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/05/former-royal-marine-scottish-dental-show/) - Sam Wones will discuss dealing with stress, resilience and performance at this year's event. - [GDC consults on fitness to practise guidance](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/03/26/gdc-consults-on-fitness-to-practise-guidance/) - The aim is to support fairer, more proportionate decisions. - [A powder that whitens teeth without damaging them?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/03/26/powder-whitens-teeth-without-damaging/) - Researchers say that as well as whitening it also repairs enamel and supports healthy oral bacteria. - [MyGDC goes live in ‘first’ for dental registration  ](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/03/25/mygdc-goes-live/) - For the first time, anyone applying to join the dental register can do so entirely online. - [Latest clinical advice to staff managing dental-related conditions](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/03/24/latest-clinical-advice/) - Updated resources published to support dental and other health and care staff. - [Oral bacterium may promote breast cancer development](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/03/20/oral-bacterium-may-promote-breast-cancer-development/) - Bacterium associated with periodontal disease can promote breast cancer initiation, tumour growth and spread. - [Research captures emotional and social realities of denture wearers](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/03/23/denture-wearers-questionnaire/) - Questionnaire developed to better understand how dentures impact daily life and wellbeing. - [Teeth, bones and developmental milestones](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/03/18/bspd-study-day-glasgow/) - Caring for smiles across the life course - [Recruitment of Dean, Faculty of Dental Nursing and Orthodontic Therapy](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/03/17/recruitment-dean-faculty/) - All dental nurses and orthodontic therapists are invited to consider applying. - [UK dentistry specialists visit Mumbai and Bhopal, India](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/03/03/specialists-visit-india/) - To explore how international students can support UK’s dental workforce. - [A year of growing need, greater reach and real change](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/25/bda-benevolent-fund-annual-report/) - 2025 was a landmark for the BDA Benevolent Fund. - [National award win for Glasgow-based Clyde Munro dental therapist ](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/20/national-award-for-clyde-munro-dental-therapist/) - Jennifer Rae named the Undergraduate Winner in the New Communicator of the Year Awards. - [Gum disease and rheumatoid arthritis: circular link revealed](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/16/circular-link-gum-disease-rheumatoid-arthritis/) - Association between periodontitis is well established, but which comes first has long been debated by scientists. - [Scottish Government suing hundreds of dentists](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/14/scottish-government-suing-hundreds-of-dentists/) - For failing to carry out enough work on the NHS after receiving bursaries. - [Financial threshold for general dentistry to be removed](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/11/financial-threshold-for-general-dentistry-removed/) - It will be replaced with a new prior approval system that focuses on clinical considerations. - [Dentists challenge Scottish political parties: future proof service or lose it](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/03/16/dentists-challenge-scottish-political-parties/) - One in five adults in Scotland say they have been unable to access NHS dental care. - [College inaugurates first Faculty Deans](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/03/13/college-inaugurates-first-faculty-deans/) - The new Deans were inaugurated by College President Roshni Karia MCGDent at a meeting of the College Council. - [Why isolation performance matters in restorative dentistry](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/03/13/why-isolation-performance-matters/) - Effective isolation is crucial for successful restorative dentistry. Properly controlling moisture and microbes helps to establish a dry working field to ensure reliable and high-quality treatment results. [i] Dental dams offer an engineered solution for this, preventing patients from aspiring or ingesting foreign objects, protecting soft tissue, and even reducing risk of infection. It is - [From referrals to mastery: taking implant dentistry in-house](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/03/02/tipton-training-programme/) - Tipton Training’s programme provides a clear, practical roadmap - and it's coming to Scotland. - [No hygiene re-charge: is this hurting your practice value?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/03/13/no-hygiene-re-charge/) - When valuing a dental practice, we see a number of instances where when a practice has a hygienist or therapist, the associates receive the income but there is no charge to the referring associate for the hygienist use. This can have a significant impact on the practice value. If we assume there was an associate - [GDC to launch new user-friendly online registration portal](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/03/12/gdc-launches-new-registration-portal/) - Replaces eGDC and modernises how future and current dental professionals apply for and manage their registration. - [BSPD’s mission statement refresh includes first-ever children’s version](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/03/11/bspds-mission-statement-first-childrens-version/) - Three-year plan is based on eight core aims and keeping the most vulnerable young people at its heart. - [20 years of financial support: one unmissable conversation](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/03/11/performance-finance-video-launch/) - Let’s talk new start dental squats! - [Review of education 2024-2025 published](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/03/10/gdc-review-of-education/) - It reveals that there has been a significant growth in new programme approvals. - [Antimicrobial resistance campaign](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/03/06/dental-student-antimicrobial-resistance-campaign/) - The whole dental team has a key role in reducing the impact of AMR through effective stewardship. - [The rise of AI receptionists in Scottish dental practices](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/03/11/rise-of-ai-receptionists-in-scottish-dental-practices/) - Dental practices across Scotland are facing increasing pressure at the front desk. Rising patient demand, growing administrative workloads and ongoing recruitment challenges mean reception teams are often expected to manage multiple responsibilities at once. A typical dental receptionist may be answering phones, greeting patients arriving at the practice, scheduling appointments and responding to treatment enquiries - [GDC shares more details on new ORE contract ](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/03/09/more-details-on-new-ore-contract/) - It could result in a five-fold increase in the number of internationally qualified dentists joining the register. - [Dentists criticise Scottish Labour's tie-in plan](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/03/05/dentists-criticise-scottish-labours-tie-in-plan/) - Party says that Scottish university dental students should work in the NHS for five years. - [The CGDent Scotland Study Day 2026](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/03/04/cgdent-scotland-study-day-2026/) - Digital dentistry: you say you want a revolution. - [Dr Nigel Carter retiring from Oral Health Foundation ](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/03/03/nigel-carter-retiring/) - He said he looks back with real pride on all that the foundation and its people have achieved. - [MPS Foundation’s research grants open for applications](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/26/mps-foundation-research-grants/) - Dental professionals, practices and researchers across the UK are being invited to apply for the foundation’s 2026 grant programme. - [Row Dental Supper Club](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/24/row-dental-supper-club/) - Dr Carol Tait will be hosting her first Supper Club of 2026 on Wednesday 11 March at 6:45pm, focusing on Obturation of the Root Canal System. It will take place at The Row Dental, will qualify for 1.5 hours of CPD and is free of charge. Food and refreshments will also be available. Spaces are limited, - ['Stand out' dental practice in Aberfeldy sold to first-time buyer couple](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/24/aberfeldy-practice-sold-to-first-time-buyer-couple/) - Purchased by husband-and-wife team, Chris and Iona Cairns. - [What zinc concentration in teeth reveals](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/23/what-zinc-concentration-in-teeth-reveals/) - It could influence whether a dentist recommends low or high zinc-containing materials during treatment. - [Pulpotomy and Hall Crown Course](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/01/05/pulpotomy-hall-crown-course/) - Hosted by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow on 9 March. - [Prime dental practice for lease or partnership](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/19/prime-dental-practice-for-lease-or-partnership/) - An outstanding opportunity has arisen to establish a flagship dental clinic in Glasgow’s thriving southside. The prominent ground-floor property at 240 Albert Drive, G41 2NL, formerly a bank, is now available with planning permission and building warrant approved for health-related use. The approved layout includes reception, waiting area, consultation rooms and multiple treatment/surgery rooms — - [NHS Lanarkshire welcomes new Director of Dentistry](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/19/nhs-lanarkshire-new-director-of-dentistry/) - Geraldeen Irving will provide strategic and clinical leadership across all areas of dentistry. - [LISTERINE® launches new range in three flavour intensities](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/19/listerine-launches-new-range/) - LISTERINE®, the world’s leading mouth rinse brand, is proud to announce the UK launch of its new LISTERINE® range in three distinct flavour intensities – Extra Mild, Mild, and Intense. While every patient is unique, clinical recommendations should always be grounded in robust evidence. Supported by more than 75 years of research and more than - [Sensor for real-time oral health monitoring developed](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/18/real-time-oral-health-monitor/) - It detects inflammation biomarkers with molecular precision. - [Glasgow dental practice sold to Scottish group](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/17/springburn-dental-care-sold/) - Specialist business property adviser Christie & Co has announced the sale of Springburn Dental Care. - [Trainee dental nurses to start formal training sooner under new GDC requirements](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/13/dental-nurses-new-gdc-requirements/) - The aim is to help ensure individuals move into formal training more quickly. - [Initiatives on sexual misconduct in dentistry](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/10/sexual-misconduct-in-dentistry/) - Former Clinical Fellow Lauren Stockham explores insights. - [What makes tomatoes red may also influence people's risk of gum disease](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/12/tomato-gum-disease-link/) - People with adequate lycopene intake had about one-third the risk of severe periodontitis. - [GDC announces council member reappointment ](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/09/gdc-announces-council-member-reappointment/) - Ilona Blue's new four-year term will commence on 1 April. - [GG&C Local Dental Committee's NHS Dental Symposium](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/06/ggc-ldc-dental-symposium/) - Gain more than five hours of CPD, meet your fellow colleagues and enjoy a drinks reception. - [Tipton Training transformed my early career](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/09/tipton-training-transformed-my-early-career/) - Dr Conall Strickland on how postgraduate courses with Tipton Training shaped his professional life. - [Beyond surgery: restoring implants with confidence](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/09/restoring-implants-with-confidence/) - Embracing a prosthetically-driven approach and working with trusted solutions can deliver exceptional implant-retained smiles for your patients, writes Coltene's Nicolas Coomber. - [Positive steps](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/09/positive-steps/) - Building on her involvement in driving payment reform, Scotland’s new Chief Dental Officer has signalled her resolve to go further - [Time to invest in the NHS](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/09/time-to-invest-in-the-nhs/) - We might not have the money to spend on upgraded NHS services, but can we afford not to invest? - [Bridging language barriers in healthcare](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/09/bridging-language-barriers-healthcare/) - A communication workshop for medical and dental students - [Artificial Intelligence in dentistry](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/09/artificial-intelligence-in-dentistry/) - Why supporting humans is the real opportunity for AI and replacing them is still artificial intelligence hype - [Providing actionable insights](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/09/providing-actionable-insights/) - The Oral Health Summit in Edinburgh reinforced the importance of evidence-based practice. - [Taking supported steps into full arch rehabilitation ](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/09/taking-supported-steps-into-full-arch-rehabilitation/) - Dr Anthony James shares a recent full arch rehabilitation case, for which he sought mentorship and guidance from an experienced clinician as part of his professional development - [Coping with your career](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/09/coping-with-your-career/) - Careers don’t always go to plan, but there are things you can do to deal with the highs and lows of life as a dental professional says Alun K Rees. - [Preparing for life as a dental associate](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/09/preparing-for-life-as-a-dental-associate-2026/) - Jayne Clifford outlines the importance of financial awareness for a successful career as a dental associate. - [February 2026](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/09/february-2026/) - Meet the new CDO, Gillian Leslie. We discuss Artificial Intelligence in dentistry. A look at Edinburgh's new summit on oral health and more in the February 2026 issue. - [Looking to the future with Scotland's new CDO](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/09/looking-to-the-future-with-scotlands-new-cdo/) - In a Q&A Scotland's new CDO, Gillian Leslie, says she wants to see improved pathways for dentists and to make it possible for patients to have direct access to dental therapists - [Causal relationship between gut microbiota and dental caries: a two-sample mendelian randomisation study](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/09/gut-microbiota-and-dental-caries/) - Emerging research has begun to explore the ‘gut-oral microbiota axis,’ suggesting that the trillions of microorganisms residing in the digestive tract may influence health outside the intestines. - [Supporting the oral health of people with experience of drugs](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/04/supporting-the-oral-health-of-people-with-experience-of-drugs/) - CDO details the development of new resources. - [Speakers announced](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/01/29/scottish-dental-show-2026-speakers-announced/) - Initial speakers for the Scottish Dental Show in June have been announced. Find out more and register below. - [CGDent Postgraduate Diploma in Primary Care Orthodontics](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/03/cgdent-postgraduate-diploma-primary-care-orthodontics/) - Designed to give GDPs the skills and knowledge needed to treat more complex malocclusions. - [Oral health and systemic health outcomes](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/02/02/oral-health-systemic-health-outcomes/) - Joint meeting calls for interdisciplinary action. - [Gene behind delayed, softer teeth found in zebrafish study](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/01/30/gene-behind-delayed-softer-teeth-found/) - The results provide a clue to understanding the genetic basis of inherited dental disorders. - [Applications sought for orthodontic examination board chair](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/01/08/orthodontic-examination-board-chair-sought/) - An opportunity to develop curriculum and assessment of Advanced Fellowship in Orthodontics. - [Sports dentistry finds a wider audience through podcast](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/01/23/sports-dentistry-podcast/) - Features contributors from sports medicine, dental research, elite sport and across the wider dental team. - [Fellowship criteria revised](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/01/28/fellowship-criteria-revised/) - CGDent encourages experienced dental professionals to review the revised criteria with a view to applying. - [EFP Probe: a new integrated tool for periodontal assessment](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/01/27/new-efp-probe/) - Making diagnostic decisions more consistent and straightforward for clinicians. - [Oral bacterium may promote breast cancer development and spread](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/01/26/oral-bacterium-may-promote-breast-cancer/) - Study finds Fusobacterium nucleatum can drive DNA damage, tumor growth and metastasis. - [Registration for Scottish Dental Show 2026 now open](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/01/15/scottish-dental-show-2026-registration-open/) - Register and get your free ticket. - [Glasgow Caledonian to lead UK programme tackling global oral health challenges](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/01/16/glasgow-caledonian-oral-health-challenges/) - Delivered in partnership with Haleon, the six-year initiative will support 20 PhD students across five universities. - [Scottish dentistry student numbers increase](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/01/23/scottish-dentistry-student-numbers-increase/) - Increase will be supported by funding of more than £526.5 million for the sector. - [Agilio launches unified operations platform supporting a connected approach to dental practice growth](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/01/22/agilio-launches-unified-operations-platform/) - Developed in response to growing operational complexity across dentistry, newly launched Agilio One brings compliance, workforce management and learning together in one connected platform, giving dental practices and groups clearer oversight, inspection readiness and greater operational confidence. Agilio One has been created to address a challenge many practices recognise: managing essential operational requirements across multiple - [Nominations open for CGDent Council elections](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/01/20/cgdent-council-elections/) - Further seats on the Council will be due for election in 2027 and 2028. - [A 195-year heritage and counting](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/01/22/eschmann-heritage/) - Eschmann – the experts in decontamination ­– have almost two centuries of experience in designing, manufacturing, and maintaining infection control equipment. For dental practices today, this provides access to a business partner that really understands what it takes to elevate health and safety standards. Various solutions are available to dental professionals, from the Little Sister - [Researchers have created a detailed cellular map of periodontitis](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/01/22/detailed-cellular-map-of-periodontitis/) - Opens the door to more targeted and transformative treatments. - [Registration opens for the British Dental Conference & Dentistry Show 2026](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/01/21/bdcds-2026-registration-opens/) - Registration is now officially open for the British Dental Conference & Dentistry Show (BDCDS) 2026, returning to the NEC Birmingham on 15 and 16 May 2026. Free to attend for all dental professionals, BDCDS 2026 will bring together the entire dental team for two days of clinically relevant education, practical insight and future-focused innovation. Guided by - [Agilio acquires Patient Plan Direct](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/01/12/agilio-aquires-ppd/) - Creates a platform connecting membership plans, compliance, practice operations and practice growth solutions. - [Buchanan Street, Glasgow, dental opportunity](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/01/19/buchanan-street-glasgow-dental-opportunity/) - Offers a rare chance to secure a presence on Scotland’s leading retail thoroughfare. - [BOS announces new honorary patron](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/01/16/bos-announces-new-honorary-patron/) - Consultant Orthodontist and previous BOS President and Chair, Alison Murray. - [Tipton Training transformed my early dental career](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/01/16/tipton-training-transformed-my-early-dental-career/) - When I graduated from the University of Glasgow Dental School in 2023, I was excited to begin practising dentistry. I quickly found my feet during vocational training and began the journey toward becoming an associate. While I was enthusiastic about treating patients independently, it soon became clear that dental school had prepared me primarily to - [App developed to manage TMD disorders](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/01/14/tmd-management-app/) - Provides research-based self-management guidance to help users understand jaw and facial discomfort. - [The designer of our generation is coming to dentistry](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/01/15/kelly-hoppen-bdia-dental-showcase/) - Have you heard? Dental Directory is hosting none other than Kelly Hoppen CBE as headline speaker at BDIA Dental Showcase 2026. Kelly’s experience and expertise are unmatched, making her the most widely recognised interior designer of our generation. She will share valuable insights into how she balances light, texture, form and feeling in an aesthetically - [First all-female Scots rowing team embarks on trip across the Atlantic ](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/01/09/clyde-munro-supports-female-atlantic-rowing-team/) - The team's journey has been supported by Clyde Munro Dental Group. - [Scotland's new CDO to visit health boards](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/01/13/cdo-health-boards-visit/) - Gillian Leslie will meet Directors of Dentistry, Dental Practice Advisors and board representatives to discuss local issues, innovations and successes. - [Modelling the potential impact of water fluoridation on dental caries in Scotland](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/01/06/water-fluoridation-scotland/) - Reintroduction could offer important public health benefits, according to study. - [Airdrie NHS practice sold](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/01/07/airdrie-practice-sold/) - Business property adviser Christie & Co has announced the sale of Marcuccilli Dental Care in Airdrie, North Lanarkshire. Marcuccilli Dental Care is a three-surgery, mixed income practice that has been serving the local community for more than 50 years. The practice was sold by Lisa Marcuccilli, who has successfully run and grown the business since 2010. Lisa will - [Perio federation welcomes WHO declaration](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/01/05/edp-welcomes-ncd-declaration/) - For the first time, oral health is embedded within a global political declaration on NCDs and mental health. - [Transforming lives](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/01/05/transforming-lives-2/) - Dental nursing provides a dynamic and rewarding career for anyone with a passion for helping people. Practices across the UK are constantly looking to complete their teams with talented and dedicated dental nurses, who can make a difference their patients and their practices. The role is fundamental to the delivery of exceptional patient care, having - [New laws bring the world of work into the 21st century](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2026/01/06/employment-rights-act/) - More than 15 million people across the UK are expected to benefit. - [Performance Finance wins at 2025 Dental Industry Awards](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/12/31/performance-finance-wins-at-awards/) - Performance Finance has been named Funder of the Year at the 2025 Dental Industry Awards. The awards recognise excellence, innovation and the high quality of work that supports the UK dental sector. The judging panel looked for evidence of: Deep industry knowledge: a genuine understanding of the financial requirements of dental professionals. Diverse solutions: a - [Periodontitis prevention could decrease heart problems](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/12/18/periodontitis-prevention-cardiovascular-disease-incidence/) - American Heart Association statement features new data supporting association between periodontal disease and ASCVD. - [Raj Rattan appointed Global Adviser to MPS](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/12/15/raj-rattan-global-adviser-mps/) - He will will act as a senior global ambassador, drawing on his extensive clinical background and ongoing clinical work. - [Higher maternal vitamin D linked to lower childhood tooth decay](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/12/16/maternal-vitamin-d-childhood-tooth-decay/) - Mid-to-late pregnancy stands out as a window where higher of levels of supplement have strongest correlation. - [BDA aiming to empower members](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/12/17/bda-aiming-to-empower-members/) - In Scotland, it will publish its manifesto ahead of the Scottish Parliamentary elections. - [Faculty of Dental Surgery RCPSG welcomes new Dean](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/12/18/faculty-of-dental-surgery-new-vice-president/) - Vicki Greig was joined by Craig Mather and Albert Yeung who were elected Vice Deans. - [Empowering the dental nurses of the future](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/12/17/empowering-dental-nurses/) - To maximise on the many career opportunities available, it is crucial that dental nurses have access to the training, support, and encouragement they need. For many, this relies on working within an environment conducive to development, surrounded by people who actively facilitate progression. This is the culture that we endeavour to build across Clyde Munro - [Crown jewel of dental restoration may be in sight, say researchers](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/17/same-day-dental-restoration-technology/) - Technology enables same-day, 3D-printed dental restorations made of zirconia. - [Kirkliston Dental Surgery sold](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/12/12/kirkliston-dental-surgery-sold/) - It has been purchased by Vineeth Balachandran. - [GDC publishes updated decision-making guidance for practice committees](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/12/12/gdc-updated-decision-making-guidance/) - Part of its effort to improve fitness to practise processes and increase transparency. - [Uist dental service in crisis](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/12/11/uist-dental-service-in-crisis/) - Two long-serving dentists have quit within weeks of each other. - [The future of early childhood tooth decay detection?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/12/11/3d-ai-early-decay-detection/) - Could 3D AI technology pave the way for significantly faster and more accessible care. - [Supporting micro-group growth](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/12/10/supporting-micro-group-growth/) - ADG in partnership with Agilio launches business mentoring. - [A new voice for the profession](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/12/08/bsdht-launches-podcast/) - BSDHT to launch Dental Health Matters podcast. - [New owner for Glasgow health centre practice](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/12/10/glasgow-practice-new-owner/) - Pollok Health Centre Dental Practice bought by Ahmed Shaikh, an independent multi-site operator. - [Align Technology announces ClinCheck Live Plan](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/11/04/align-clincheck-live-plan/) - Align Technology has announced ClinCheck® Live Plan, a new feature in its Invisalign digital treatment planning that automates the generation of initial doctor-ready treatment plans within 15 minutes. This advancement represents a major technological milestone in the Align Digital Platform, that can reduce the Invisalign treatment planning cycle from days to minutes. ClinCheck Live Plan - [NEW flavour-free toothpaste supports patients with sensitive mouths](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/11/19/oralieve-flavour-free-toothpaste/) - Oralieve has launched an SLS-free flavour-free toothpaste to provide comfort and decay protection for patients with high oral sensitivity or dry mouth. - [Foundations to futures with the Best Foot Forward Programme](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/11/28/best-foot-forward-programme/) - The beauty of a career in dentistry is that learning and personal progression is limitless. The Best Foot Forward programme from Clyde Munro is tailored to support those participating in the Vocational Trainee (VT) Programme during their transition into independent practice. The sessions include the in-depth learning of topics including brand creation, digital dentistry, and - [Must it be this way?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/12/08/must-it-be-this-way/) - Vermilion’s biennial event outlined a vision for the future of Scottish dentistry. - [Enhancing the patient experience with a VIP wine tasting](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/11/04/row-dental-wine-tasting/) - The Row Dental hosted an exclusive VIP wine tasting on Thursday 30 October in partnership with Communique Wines, offering a small group of patients a unique opportunity to engage with the practice in an intimate, social setting. Attendees were treated to a curated selection of premium sparkling wines and artisan cheeses from IJ Mellis, while - [December 2025](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/12/08/december-2025/) - In this issue: Recreating natural enamel. Same-day zirconia restorations. Reverse evidence-based dentistry. The future of Scottish Dentistry and much more. - [College members appointed to senior BADN roles](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/12/03/cgdent-members-appointed-badn-roles/) - They are Carolyn Roberts, Preetee Hylton and Rebecca Silver. - [Making dental drills less anxiety inducing](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/12/02/making-dental-drills-less-anxiety-inducing/) - Researchers say that by studying a drill's aeroacoustics the anxiety-causing sounds can be identified and decreased. - [Scottish Government seeks interim deputy CDO](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/12/01/scottish-government-seeks-interim-deputy-cdo/) - This is an exciting opportunity at a complex time, said CDO Tom Ferris. - [MDDUS announces new Head of Dental](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/12/01/mddus-new-head-of-dental/) - MDDUS, which represents 70,000 dentists and doctors across the UK, has appointed Helen Kaney to the role of Head of Dental Division. It comes as Rachael Bell retires after 16 years with the defence union. Helen joined MDDUS in 2023 after spending 14 years working for another UK based indemnity provider, latterly as Head of - [Cautious optimism](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/12/08/cautious-optimism/) - The next three years will determine whether the GDC can transition to being trusted, effective … and respected. - [Grow your skills through CPD and practice](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/12/08/grow-your-skills-through-cpd-and-practice/) - Build relationships through knowledge of your patients, long-term care and results. - [Together we are stronger](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/12/08/together-we-are-stronger/) - A new, unified voice for Scotland’s dental practice owners has taken a significant step forward. - [Building strong financial foundations for your dental practice ](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/12/08/building-strong-financial-foundations-for-your-dental-practice/) - Beyond compliance: Effective bookkeeping is a strategic control mechanism. Learn to forecast cash flow robustly to manage expenses and plan practice growth. - [Mortgages for dentists](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/12/08/mortgages-for-dentists/) - Lyndsey Pickering from PFM Dental discusses the key to home ownership. - [A new wave in oral care and sports protection](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/12/08/a-new-wave-in-oral-careand-sports-protection/) - Modern, design-led solutions that genuinely improve patient and user experience. - [Kenneth Reid Architects](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/12/08/kenneth-reid-architects/) - Delivering projects that fulfil clinically for professionals and are uplifting for patients. - [Faculty of Dental Surgery launches manifesto for Scottish Parliament election](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/12/04/faculty-launches-manifesto/) - It demands action on the workforce, vaping, health inequalities, obesity and cancer. - [Saving Teeth](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/12/08/saving-teeth/) - At his new clinic, Saving Teeth, Dr Navid Saberi offers an exceptional patient experience. - [Celebrating 20 years](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/12/08/celebrating-20-years/) - Performance Finance and the dental evolution. - [The Scottish dental market in 2025](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/12/08/scottish-dental-market-2025/) - Operational costs and Associate retention are pressing challenges. See the market outlook, including the shift to resilient mixed practices for stability. - [The year of doing less, but better](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/12/08/doing-less-but-better/) - Tired of the operational hum? Discover how small improvements—refining admin, improving handovers, and zoning your diary—outperform grand, complex reinventions. - [Maximising your return](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/12/08/maximising-your-return/) - Lucy Hennessy outlines some of the key steps you can take to ensure an efficient sale process. - [Supported success](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/11/28/supported-success/) - Dr Charlie Evans, a member of the Clinical Team at Clyde Munro Dental, offers comprehensive clinical support to clinicians across the group. He says: “Clinical support is critical for clinicians as they develop their skills and advance in their careers. At Clyde Munro, we provide dedicated support programmes for dentists fresh out of their VT - [WHO'S WHO 2025-2026](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/09/19/whos-who-2025-2026/) - Professor Aileen Bell Aileen Bell is head of Glasgow Dental School. She graduated from Glasgow University as the Most Distinguished Graduate for 1998 with a BDS with Honours and was awarded the Dean Webster Prize and the Lord Provost's Prize for the most marks obtained in Dental School examinations. In 1998, she embarked on a - [How to increase your plan membership](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/11/26/increase-your-plan-membership/) - Practice Plan Regional Support Managers Selina Alexander and Louise Anderson share ways to encourage team members to promote your plan and get patients to join As inflation and practice running costs continue to rise, a well-populated dental membership plan with its predictable monthly income, can help ease some of a practice owner’s worries. As well - [The staircase of a tooth: a restorative philosophy for a new era](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/11/26/the-staircase-of-a-tooth/) - Time to shift the clinical journey, says Ben Atkins. - [Plans to turn Dunfermline cinema into dental surgery withdrawn](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/11/24/dunfermline-dental-surgery-plans-withdrawn/) - Aberdeen-based Dr Osama Mochli had submitted an application for listed building consent. - [October 2025](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/06/october-2025/) - In Scottish Dental magazine October 2025: NHS dentistry outlook, Realistic Dentistry, wellbeing, market trends, AI governance, clinical case, CGDent updates, products and events. - [New Chief Dental Officer for Scotland announced](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/11/25/new-scottish-cdo-announced/) - Gillian Leslie takes over from Tom Ferris who retires next month. - [Dentists call time on year-long waits for child tooth extractions](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/11/21/call-time-on-waits-for-childrens-tooth-extractions/) - Some waiting over 36 months in pain for care. - [Garlic mouthwash? Hmm...](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/11/20/garlic-mouthwash/) - Study says it demonstrates antimicrobial efficacy and offers longer-lasting effects. - [Root canal treatment reduces heart disease and diabetes risk](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/11/19/root-canal-treatment-reduces-heart-disease/) - In the first of its kind research, a King’s College London team tracked changes in blood chemistry following root canal treatment for apical periodontitis. - [GDC publishes new strategy aimed at building trust ](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/11/18/gdc-publishes-new-strategy/) - Regulator undertakes to support professionalism, enable learning and resolve issues quickly and proportionately. - [Countries agree to end mercury fillings by 2034](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/11/07/countries-agree-end-to-mercury-fillings/) - Forthcoming Glasgow event will discuss alternatives to amalgam. - [New policy to support refugee and displaced dental professionals](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/11/14/policy-to-support-refugee-dental-professionals/) - Aimed at removing unnecessary barriers for those unable to provide standard documentation. - [BACD: Welcome the next President](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/11/13/bacd-next-president/) - Dr Carol Somerville Roberts' tenure will promote stability and community. - [Turkish dental clinics target Scotland](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/11/12/turkish-dental-clinics-target-scotland/) - New report says the global value of dental tourism is set to increase by £40bn over the next 10 years. - [CGDent: 31st annual Lilian Lindsay Memorial Lecture](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/11/12/cgdent-lilian-lindsay-memorial-lecture/) - Entitled 'Movers and shakers: remembered and forgotten'. - [CDO letter: dementia post-diagnosis](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/11/11/dementia-post-diagnosis/) - A real opportunity for the profession to offer an early assessment of dental need. - [GDC opens annual renewal period for dentists](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/11/10/gdc-opens-annual-renewal-period/) - £698 fee must be paid by by 31 December. - [A novel aesthetic technique for restoring dental implant access holes](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/11/10/restoring-dental-implant-access-holes-references/) - References Ramanauskaite, A.; Sader, R. 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Yet, despite the prevalence of environmental initiatives, - [Bioinspired gel restores and regenerates dental enamel](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/11/06/new-gel-restores-regenerates-enamel/) - Opens up new possibilities for effective, long-lasting preventive and restorative treatment. - [Ukrainian dentist creates robot receptionist](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/11/05/dentist-creates-robot-receptionist/) - Kyiv startup is aiming to support digitalisation of the service sector. - [Provider of overseas registration exam announced](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/11/05/gdc-confirms-ore-bidder/) - Contract could more than double the number of dentists joining the register via ORE. - [Align Technology announces innovations for iTero™ Digital Solutions](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/11/04/align-technology-announces-innovations/) - Align Technology today announced a series of new product innovations for iTero Digital Solutions, its comprehensive ecosystem that includes intraoral scanners and integrated software tools that are designed to transform dental consultations into a modern, multi-modal oral health assessment that helps doctors and their teams deliver exceptional chairside experiences in support of Invisalign treatment conversion1. - [Hands-on skill development with Clyde Munro](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/11/04/hands-on-skill-development-with-clyde-munro/) - Nafisah Kashmiri is a Dental Therapist at 121 Dental Care in Arbroath, part of the Clyde Munro Dental Group. She recently utilised the mentoring and clinical support available from Drs Charlie Evans and Aisling Hanly and shares her experience: "I have been working as a Dental Therapist in practice for almost a year now. I found - [Clyde Munro prioritises mentoring](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/11/04/clyde-munro-prioritises-mentoring/) - Dr Charlie Evans, a member of the Clinical Team at Clyde Munro Dental, is a keen advocate of mentoring for dentists at all stages of their careers. He says: "Mentoring is critical for clinicians to develop their skills. Accessing supervision and guidance from a more experienced dentist affords confidence that they are developing in the - [A balanced dental career in Scotland](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/11/04/balanced-career/) - Considering the next steps in your dental career means assessment of more than merely the technology you will be using, the professional opportunities available, or the training and support your employer will provide. A hugely influential aspect should be the environment in which you will be working and living in. Outside the practice, your surroundings - [Profession must 'reclaim the narrative' over teeth whitening](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/11/04/reclaim-teeth-whitening-narrative/) - Dr Ben Atkins calls for unified clinical standards after BBC exposé. - [AI speech tools could revolutionise dental record-keeping](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/11/03/ai-could-revolutionise-dental-record-keeping/) - But caution is needed, King’s College London study finds. - [GDC announces Annual Retention Fee for 2026 ](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/31/gdc-announces-annual-retention-fee/) - The regulator has agreed its Corporate Strategy 2026-2028, strategic priorities and the funding required to deliver them. - [Toxin levels in fish lead to calls for UK-wide ban on mercury fillings](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/31/calls-for-ban-on-mercury-fillings/) - More than 98% of fish and mussels tested contain mercury above EU safety limits. - [Act now, shape tomorrow; dental leadership event announced](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/15/dental-leadership-network-event/) - Network event will explore strategic shifts in dental care. - [Certified Practitioner scheme to recognise enhanced skills](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/30/certified-practitioner-scheme/) - It will provide authoritative validation for patients, colleagues and commissioners. - [LISTERINE® brings evidence to life at Oral Health Summit](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/29/listerine-oral-health-summit/) - As Platinum Sponsor of the Oral Health Summit 2025, LISTERINE® will take centre stage with a dynamic programme of education exploring the science and real-world application of mouthwash in modern oral hygiene. On Thursday 27 November delegates are invited to an unmissable symposium, Why Mouthwash? Rethinking Oral Hygiene for Better Patient Outcomes will feature leading experts Professor Iain Chapple MBE and Professor Philip - [MiSmile celebrates 10 years at NEXT Conference and Gala 2025](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/29/mismile-celebrates-ten-years/) - On 12 September 2025, more than 500 dental professionals gathered at the Leonardo Royal Hotel, London, for the MiSmile NEXT Conference and Gala – marking 10 years since Dr Sandeep Kumar founded the MiSmile Network. What began in 2015 with just 20 practices has grown into a thriving community of over 500, delivering more than - [Campaigners call for an end to cleft dental crisis](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/29/end-cleft-dental-crisis/) - Survey reveals people with cleft twice as likely to face barriers to NHS dental care. - [Gum disease and cavities increase risk of stroke by 86%](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/28/gum-disease-cavities-stroke-risk/) - A study tracked 5,986 adults, with an average age of 63, for two decades. - [A partnership built on excellence](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/27/eschmann-coltene-partnership/) - Eschmann – the expert in decontamination – only collaborates with organisations that share our commitment to exceptional product and customer service standards. That’s why we are thrilled to have maintained a partnership with COLTENE for several years now. The result of this business relationship is the availability of the innovative HYDRIM C61 washer disinfector to the - [Dental care professionals working patterns published](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/27/dcp-working-patterns/) - Data reveals how more than 56,000 DCPs work across the UK. - [ORE contract: final stage of procurement concluded](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/24/new-ore-contract-final-stage/) - Represents an important milestone in ensuring the continued delivery of the examination. - [BDIA partners with BREATHE to champion wellbeing](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/21/bdia-partners-with-breathe/) - Encouraging the dental community to take advantage of the free resources and support. - [Scotland's child oral health gap set to widen](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/22/oral-health-gap-set-to-widen/) - New data shows decades of progress on children's dental health risk going into reverse. - [Scottish Orthodontic Conference 2026](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/23/scottish-orthodontic-conference-2026/) - An opportunity to focus on areas of fundamental importance for the delivery of contemporary orthodontics. - [Smartphone imaging system shows promise for early detection of oral cancer](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/20/smartphone-system-early-oral-cancer-detection/) - Combines autofluorescence and white light imaging with machine learning to identify oral lesions that require referral. - [BOS launches pro bono scheme for conflict zone refugees](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/21/bos-conflict-refugee-scheme/) - Database is being created of members willing to treat patients arriving as refugees from conflicts. - [Strong support among dental students for suicide awareness teaching](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/13/sstrong-support-for-suicide-awareness-teaching/) - In addition, there is scope for a unified approach to suicide prevention teaching in the UK. - [Scottish practice to the rescue](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/16/motherwell-practice-rescues-the-christians-lead-singer/) - McManus and Scott Dental Surgeries step up after The Christians' lead singer loses tooth. - [Fears raised over 3D printing in dental clinics](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/14/3d-printing-fears/) - Printers have the potential to emit ultra-fine particles and volatile organic compounds. - [Medical funding experts abseil 38 storeys down Northampton’s hi-rise Lift Tower, raising over £2,000 for homeless health charities in the UK](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/15/performance-finance-abseil-for-homeless-health-charities/) - On Saturday 11 October, Kettering-based medical funding experts Performance Finance successfully completed a thrilling 127m, 38 storeys, abseil down the iconic National Lift Tower in Northampton. In support of World Homeless Day (October 10th), raising vital funds for two crucial charities: Vision Care and Dentaid. The brave team spent months preparing for the challenge, tackling - [Sam Wones champions TREAT protocol for employee wellbeing](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/10/sam-wones-champions-employee-wellbeing/) - Adaptable Human Project’s co-founder leads with lived expertise and science-backed tools. - [Reverse evidence-based dentistry proposed by researchers](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/09/reverse-evidence-based-dentistry/) - An innovative approach to dental education and clinical practice. - [Practices supported by new AI framework](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/07/ai-use-framework-launched/) - Dental Protection's new guide aims to help the profession integrate AI safely and responsibly into practice. - [Tackling regional inequalities in dental education](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/06/dental-education-regional-inequalities/) - Calls for coordinated action to address regional inequalities in access to dental careers. - [Evident celebrates 50 years with a fresh brand and exclusive offers for dental professionals](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/06/evident-celebrates-fifty-years/) - Trusted for 50 Years - your partner for the future. - [Scottish Government announces SDR amendments](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/03/sdr-amendments-announced/) - Updates to Statement of Dental Remuneration follow feedback from the Scottish Dental Practice Committee. - [Clyde Munro appoints leading UK dentist as non-executive director](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/03/clyde-munro-appoints-non-exec-director/) - Dr Adam Thorne is the owner of Harley Street Dental Studio in London. - [Managing change](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/06/managing-change/) - Martyn Bradshaw from PFM Dental discusses key factors in selling your practice. - [NHS vs Private](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/06/nhs-vs-private/) - Striking the right balance for your practice - [World Homeless Day 2025](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/06/world-homeless-day-2025/) - Meet the team from Performance Finance abseiling to make a difference in the world - [July 2015](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2015/07/22/july-2015/) - [May 2015](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2015/05/22/may-2015/) - [March 2015](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2015/03/22/march-2015/) - [December 2023](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/12/18/december-2023-2/) - In this issue: Payment reform; Government challenged; Wellbeing worse; Safeguarding Act delay; Oral cancer surge; Workforce planning and much more - [Let’s put NHS Dentistry to the vote](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/06/lets-put-nhs-dentistry-to-the-vote/) - The Holyrood elections next May could signal a change in the fortunes of NHS dentistry. - [Reflections on our profession](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/06/reflections-on-our-profession/) - We are in a better place than we were in 2018. - [Fast forward 30 years](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/06/fast-forward-30-years/) - After attending the 30th anniversary celebrations of Independent Care Plans, Robert Donald looks at what has changed in that time. - [MDDUS successfully defends dentist in court](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/06/mddus-successfully-defends-dentist-in-court/) - MDDUS case demonstrates the importance of contemporaneous records and expert opinion. - [Operation Smile: Transforming lives](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/06/operation-smile-transforming-lives/) - Dragons’ Den stalwart helps Operation Smile put new smiles on the faces of children - [Are we choosing wisely?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/06/are-we-choosing-wisely/) - Realistic Dentistry is not about doing less; it is about doing what matters most - [Why does it hurt being a dental professional?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/06/why-does-it-hurt-being-a-dental-professional/) - Musculoskeletal pain in dentistry is expected and accepted – but you can effect change. - [Planning for your retirement or selling your practice?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/06/planning-for-your-retirement-or-selling-your-practice/) - It is essential to plan ahead to minimise your tax liabilities - [Fancy working in Barradise?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/06/fancy-working-in-barradise/) - My experience as a dentist on Barra - a six-month journey in paradise, by Kate MacLaren - [Building on success, investing in the future](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/06/building-on-success-investing-in-the-future/) - Expanding oral health services in the Western Isles - [Taking the next stepin Sustainability – The MC Repairs FREEPost Box ](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/06/taking-the-next-stepin-sustainability-the-mc-repairs-freepost-box/) - Contributing to a more sustainable future, one repair at a time - [Why a squat practice and a dental membership plan go hand in hand](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/09/18/hand-in-hand/) - Thinking of taking the plunge and setting up a squat practice? Practice Plan Regional Support Manager, Connie Dunlop, explains why introducing a membership plan is a smart move - [AI in dentistry and data protection](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/06/ai-in-dentistry-and-data-protection/) - Balancing innovation with privacy rights - [Reviewing the Scottish dental market](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/06/reviewing-the-scottish-dental-market/) - We recently launched our Dental Market Review 2025 report, which provides an in-depth overview of the UK dental market over the past 18 months. Here are some of the report’s key takeaways. Ownership and composition There are currently 1,019 dental practices in Scotland: 61% are owned by independent or dual-site operators (1 to 2 sites) - [The cost of standing still](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/06/the-cost-of-standing-still/) - Why now is the time to review your numbers - [GDC publishes whistleblowing disclosures report ](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/09/26/gdc-publishes-whistleblowing-report/) - 79 disclosures were received - the same number as last year. - [Revised standards for dental education](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/09/29/revised-dental-education-standards-published/) - The GDCs' new standards reflect modern dental education needs. - [Portfolio requirements for restorative dentistry](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/09/30/college-publishes-restorative-portfolio-requirements/) - Associate Fellowship acts as a stepping stone to Fellowship, recognising enhanced knowledge and skills. - [New GDC chair and council members take office  ](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/01/gdc-chair-council-members-take-office/) - Looking ahead to the publication of the GDC's new corporate strategy. - [Clyde Munro Celebrates with Clinical Conference](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/01/clyde-munro-clinical-conference/) - Clyde Munro’s Clinical Conference 2025 in Glasgow drew 200+ dental professionals for complimentary CPD sessions, expert speakers, career development, and evening networking with trade partners and exhibitors. - [Stem cell studies pave the way for regenerating lost teeth](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/02/regenerating-lost-teeth/) - Stem cell research findings provide a mechanistic framework for tooth root formation. - [Agilio launches iGrow to power growth for independent dental practices](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/10/01/agilio-launches-igrow/) - Agilio has launched iGrow, a first-of-its-kind growth platform which gives independent practices the tools to compete with corporates, attract patients and build long-term value. At a time when independent dental practices are under growing pressure from corporate and large group practices, iGrow provides a practical and proven way to compete more effectively. By bringing together - [Put patients first with Clyde Munro](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/09/30/put-patients-first-clyde-munro/) - Clyde Munro is proud to be the leading dental provider in Scotland. We understand exactly what it means to deliver exceptional, patient-centred care, offering state-of-the-art technologies, a choice of proven materials, and upgraded practice facilities throughout the country. We have dedicated infrastructure to provide clinical and non-clinical support to our dentists, which is available and - [New approach to dental implants being developed](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/09/19/new-approach-to-dental-implants/) - The method balances mechanical stability with bioactivity. - [Oral bacteria linked to Parkinson’s via the gut-brain axis](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/09/23/oral-bacteria-linked-to-parkinsons/) - Finding highlights the potential of targeting the gut microbiota as a therapeutic strategy. - [Augmented reality enhances the patient consent process in oral surgery](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/09/22/augmented-reality-enhances-the-patient-consent-process/) - Study finds holographic image improved their confidence in decision-making. - [British Orthodontic Society launches 'My Missing Teeth'](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/09/24/bos-launches-my-missing-teeth/) - Resource is the result of collaboration across the dental specialties. - [Why are male dentists not asking for help?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/09/25/male-dentists-not-asking-for-help/) - BDA Benevolent Fund reveals that over the past year, every call has been from a woman. - [The importance of and opportunities afforded by mentoring](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/09/22/mentoring-importance-opportunities/) - Mentoring is an essential element of every dentist’s development. Whether new to the profession or moving into a new, more advanced field – like implantology – the support and guidance of a mentor is instrumental to safely and effectively delivering patient care. When implemented correctly, mentoring has a transformative power over a clinician’s career. The - [Leading voices in oral health strengthen consensus on dental plaque biofilm management](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/09/22/dental-plaque-biofilm-management-consensus/) - Oral diseases driven by a dysbiotic dental plaque biofilm are preventable. - [New GDC Scope of Practice guidance set to empower dental hygienists and dental therapists](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/09/19/scope-of-practice-hygienists-therapists/) - The British Society of Dental Hygiene & Therapy (BSDHT) has welcomed the General Dental Council’s (GDC) revised Scope of Practice guidance, published earlier this week. The society was actively involved throughout its development, from the initial scoping to the consultation stages. The updated framework, which comes into effect on 1 November 2025, provides much-needed clarity across - [June 2025](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/06/21/june-2025/) - In this issue: Looking forward to the Scottish Dental Show 2025. The Canmore Trust: Upstream. Rise in antibiotics prescribing and Much more… Download the PDF » - [Plant-based alternative to antibiotics developed](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/09/18/plant-compound-antibiotic-alternative/) - Extracted from guava, apples, fig peels, teas and almonds, it may provide an alternative in periodontal disease treatment. - [GDC publishes revised Scope of Practice guidance](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/09/17/revised-scope-of-practice-guidance/) - Provides greater clarity on existing title boundaries. - [Albert Yeung appointed President of BDA's West of Scotland Branch](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/09/16/albert-yeung-appointed-president-bda-west-scotland/) - Mr Yeung said he was committed to overseeing a dynamic CPD programme and strengthening collaboration. - [Mediterranean diet could reduce gum disease](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/09/15/mediterranean-diet-gum-disease/) - Patients whose diets were rich in plant-based food showed lower levels of inflammatory markers. - [Orcadians return home to boost island access to dental care at Clyde Munro](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/09/12/orcadians-return-home/) - The dental group operates three practices on the islands. - [Scotland faces deepening dental crisis](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/09/11/deepening-dental-crisis/) - Leading Edinburgh practice calls for immediate action to reverse decline. - [A new route to Associate Fellowship and Fellowship](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/09/10/cgdent-new-portfolio-route/) - It can be achieved through recognition of a wealth of clinical experience and expertise. - [Vocational training in Scotland 2026-27](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/09/10/vocational-training-in-scotland/) - The recruitment process opens on 6 October. - [Dental market gains ground](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/09/09/dental-market-gains-ground/) - Increased confidence and greater deal activity, say Christie & Co. - [Putting dentist development and support first](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/09/02/dentist-development-and-support/) - Clyde Munro's new Best Foot Forward Programme has launched to help dental professionals with career progression. - [College develops training to address sexual misconduct in healthcare](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/09/05/active-bystander-training-launched/) - The tailored active bystander training has been developed by two Scottish Clinical Leadership Fellows. - [Apple juice less of a threat to tooth enamel than water... really?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/09/04/apple-juice-tooth-enamel/) - Research challenges assumptions about fruit juice being immediately harmful to oral health, which could inform new hygiene routines. - [Dentists back sales ban on energy drinks for kids](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/09/03/energy-drinks-ban-backed/) - BDA says there is real scope for gains in oral health. - [33 year-old NHS dental practice in Glasgow sold for the first time](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/09/01/glasgow-dental-practice-sold/) - Saracen Dental is a four-surgery, majority NHS dental practice located in Possilpark. - [GDC appoints new council members](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/09/02/gdc-new-council-members/) - Bill Gunnyeon and Mike Driver both begin four-year terms. - [The art and science of oral medicine](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/08/29/art-and-science-of-oral-medicine/) - PDJ issue will help the primary care dental team to integrate the principles of oral medicine and oral pathology. - [Empowering dental therapists](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/09/02/empowering-dental-therapists/) - At Clyde Munro, we are dedicated to empowering our dental therapists to deliver exceptional patient care while taking their careers to new heights. The Therapist Support Programme is designed specifically for individuals in the role to help you consolidate, expand and fully utilise your scope of practice. The programme includes a range of educational events - [Enhanced CPD training from the experts](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/09/02/eschmann-enhanced-cpd-training/) - Eschmann is known as the expert in dental decontamination. They provide Enhanced CPD (ECPD) training for dental practice team members as part of the innovative Care & Cover servicing and maintenance package, ensuring that all individuals know how to use, validate and maintain their autoclaves or washer disinfectors safely and efficiently. There is also the - [Eschmann fully understands the importance of customer service](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/09/02/eschmann-customer-service/) - Dr Hari Lal BDS MFDS RCPS (Glas), dentist at Main Street Dental Care, in the south side of Glasgow, shared his experience with the Eschmann team at the recent Scottish Dental Show, and how he has received support in the practice. "It was really valuable to speak to the Eschmann team at the Scottish Dental - [GDP pay and orthodontic fees to increase by 4%, Scottish Government confirms](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/08/28/gdp-pay-orthodontic-fees-increase/) - But the details have been criticised by the British Dental Association. - [Standards in Dentistry, 3rd edition: what’s changed?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/08/26/standards-whats-changed/) - Guidance plays an essential role in maintaining standards of excellence within general dentistry. - [Are we unlocking the true power of dental education - or are we still missing the hidden key?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/08/25/reinvent-how-we-teach-and-learn/) - How can VR and haptics reinvent how we teach and learn? - [65 year-old Glasgow dental practice sold](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/08/27/65-year-old-glasgow-dental-practice-sold/) - Bridgeton Cross Dental Practice is a three-surgery, mixed-income practice with more than 10,000 registered patients. - [Baby food: dentists lament lack of mandatory guidelines on sugar](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/08/22/baby-food-sugar-guidelines/) - Progress is impossible without mandatory action to rein in the industry. - [Shaping the future of dentistry](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/08/23/shaping-the-future-of-dentistry/) - [Here for the whole team](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/06/24/here-for-the-whole-team-2/) - Focused on training, education, and excellence, Clyde Munro Dental Group is seeking talented professionals to join its collaborative culture, with roles available for the entire team. - [DD welcomes new MD](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/07/08/dd-welcomes-new-md/) - DD has appointed industry veteran Dean Hallows as its new Managing Director. A past BDIA president with over 35 years of experience, Hallows is tasked with elevating customer service and driving the dental distributor's growth. - [Novel drilling plate shows promise in preclinical dental training](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/08/20/novel-drilling-plate-shows-promise/) - Plate is designed to replicate the tactile and structural properties of human dental tissues. - [CGDent publishes revised Standards in Dentistry](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/08/21/cgdent-revised-standards-published/) - The comprehensive and free online manual brings together standards and guidelines for primary care dentistry. - [Scots digital dentistry collaboration helping vulnerable people](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/08/19/digital-dentistry-helping-vulnerable/) - OurCrown Dental marks one year in partnership last year with Dentaid The Dental Charity. - [Number of UK registered dental care professionals rises again](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/08/18/dcp-registrations-rise/) - There has been a "substantial increase" in the number of DCPs, said the GDC. - [Daily supervised toothbrushing may help reduce school absences](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/08/15/daily-supervised-toothbrushing-school-absence-reduction/) - Study shows 73% of P1 children have no obvious tooth decay, compared with 58% in 2008. - [Scientists develop toothpaste 'made from hair'](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/08/14/toothpaste-made-from-hair/) - Keratin, a protein found in hair, skin and wool, can repair tooth enamel. - [Magnetically guided nanobots 'offer lasting relief for tooth sensitivity'](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/08/11/nanobots-offer-relief-for-tooth-sensitivity/) - A step towards the 'tiny mechanical surgeons' envisioned by Richard Feynman. - [Sleep apnoea and snoring centre to open in Edinburgh](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/08/08/edinburgh-sleep-apnoea-centre-opening/) - The company said it will be up-skilling dentists in OSA treatment. - [Scottish Government looking for new CDO](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/08/12/scottish-government-seeks-new-cdo/) - The £90,000-plus a year job is being offered on a secondment of up to five years. - [Dental leaders unite for Snowdon Sunrise Trek in support of Bridge2Aid](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/08/13/snowdon-sunrise-trek-bridge2aid/) - Bridge2Aid works to provide sustainable training and mentoring programmes. - [Putting dentist development and support first](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/08/11/putting-dentist-development-and-support-first/) - Education, training and support are crucial for dentists at every stage of their careers. But never are they more important than for those in their early years within dentistry, who are consolidating skills, developing their practical capabilities and building confidence. This is something that the team at Clyde Munro understand very well, which is why - [Nerves that act as pain detectors have another purpose: tooth protectors](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/08/07/tooth-nerves-are-multitaskers/) - Intradental sensory receptors act as sentinels to prevent tooth damage. - [QI activity announced: patient perceptions of enhanced prevention](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/08/04/new-qi-activity-announced/) - Aim is to explore patient experience of receiving SDR Item 2A. - [EFP guidance addresses aesthetics in periodontal care](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/08/05/efp-guidance-aesthetics-in-periodontal-care/) - Clinician and patient views need to be integrated into select interventions. - [August 2025](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/08/11/august-2025/) - In this issue: A new Oral Health Research Hub for Glasgow. Professor Mossey discusses what’s next for Scotland’s oral health. And more… - [Lift off!](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/08/11/lift-off/) - Research hub for effective solutions to oral and dental health challenges is launched - [Let's make health transformation a reality](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/08/11/lets-make-health-transformation-a-reality/) - The current systems for the delivery of dental care in Scotland have failed and, without change, will continue to fail - [A new model for dental education](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/08/11/a-new-model-for-dental-education/) - Vermilion’s biennial symposium will explore groundbreaking possibilities for dental education. - [Is Metadentistry the future?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/08/11/is-metadentistry-the-future/) - We talk to Dr Edward Zuckerberg on Facebook and the future of dentistry - [New Dental Nursing Modern Apprenticeship](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/08/11/new-dental-nursing-modern-apprenticeship/) - To ensure all new trainees meet the updated professional standards required for registration - [The BDA's top tips for competitive associate pay](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/08/06/top-tips-for-competitive-associate-pay/) - It is a good idea to request a review of your fees with the practice owner at least once a year. - [In memory of Kevin Lewis, 1949-2025](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/08/01/kevin-lewis/) - The College of General Dentistry has announced the passing of Kevin Lewis, founder of the College. - [Denplan appoints Dr Matthew Nolan as Head Dental Officer](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/08/01/denplan-new-head-dental-officer/) - Dr Matthew Nolan appointed Head Dental Officer by Denplan. - [The right employer for you?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/07/30/clyde-munro-right-employer/) - At Clyde Munro, we understand what life is like in practice. We appreciate the challenges you face and we genuinely care about helping you to deliver exceptional patient care while furthering your career. That’s why we offer a range of benefits for all our practice team members. These include: Numerous training and professional development opportunities - [Exciting training and ownership opportunities ](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/07/30/clyde-munro-opportunities/) - Clyde Munro is delighted to offer an array of exceptional training courses for all members of the dental team through its purpose-built Advanced Dentistry & Clinical Skills Centre. This state-of-the-art facility houses innovative technologies and the latest products, allowing visitors to develop their practical skills in style. A range of inspirational speakers lead courses on - [Why should early career dental professionals learn about gum aesthetics?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/07/29/early-career-dcps-gum-aesthetics/) - Dr Tom Bereznicki FCGDent considers the vital role of gum aesthetics in digital smile design. - [New owner for private for Dumfriesshire dental practice](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/07/28/thornhill-dental-sold/) - Christie & Co announces sale of Thornhill Dental Practice - [A new model for dental education](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/07/31/vermilion-symposium-2025/) - Vermilion’s biennial symposium will explore groundbreaking possibilities - [GDC publishes analysis of dental care professionals' working patterns](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/07/30/gdc-working-patterns-analysis/) - Analysis shows how DCPs work across the UK - [Americans are fixing their teeth in Mexico](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/07/25/americans-are-fixing-their-teeth-in-mexico/) - Every year, more than a million walk or drive there, fleeing the high cost of dental work in the US. - [Renfrewshire practitioner named among the best new dentists in the UK](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/07/24/renfrewshire-practitioner-named-among-best/) - Cara Marcuccilli impressed judges with a detailed restorative case. - [BDIA and ADAM announce strategic partnership to support dental practice teams](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/07/23/bdia-adam-strategic-partnership/) - A shared goal to support the people who keep dental practices running. - [Defensive dentistry: perceptions and experiences among GDPs](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/07/22/defensive-dentistry-perceptions/) - Study says participants reported stress, low morale and de-skilling. - [Invest in yourself](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2016/09/29/invest-in-yourself/) - Never has it been more important to invest in yourself. I bet you’ve heard that line a thousand times in recent years – but I want to ask you two questions: 1. When was the last time you actually did invest in yourself? I don’t mean watching a TV documentary, I’m talking about reading a - [Sail away from the sea of sameness](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2016/08/02/sail-away-from-the-sea-of-sameness/) - I recently taught a class where I spoke about the sea of “average”. Now, I know no-one wants to be average, yet so many of us get caught up in the trap of “playing it safe” and not truly utilising every ounce of potential that we have. Let me explain: Have you ever met someone - [Lead the life you love](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2016/05/31/lead-the-life-you-love/) - Today I want to talk about the impact you have as a leader. Now, before you switch off and think “I’m not a leader,” or “I’ve got this,” I want to assure you – you are more important than you probably realise. One thing I find fascinating about human behaviour is this – it is - [It’s time to cut out the dead wood](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2016/03/23/its-time-to-cut-out-the-dead-wood/) - Do you have a person in your team right now that you really wish was not?! You can often spot these people from a mile away! There are very few businesses where everyone gets along with one another, peace and tranquillity reign and extremely high productivity just happens. Let’s face it – people are people - [It’s time to get real](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2015/09/29/its-time-to-get-real/) - Today, many people are trying to stand out and be different. In fact, it is one of the top things people tell me they want when I meet them. The truth is, most people do not create something different and they certainly do not stand out because they fail to break away, think differently and - [New dental exams: apply now to be an examiner](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/07/21/dental-exams-apply-to-be-an-examiner/) - The Royal Colleges have been working together to develop new dental exams. - [Dental Specialty Fellowship Examinations offer wider access to recognition](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/07/18/dental-specialty-fellowship-examinations-wider-access/) - The new framework broadens access and provides more opportunities for dentists. - [Record registrations and improved FtP processes, reports the GDC](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/07/16/gdc-reports-record-registrations/) - Regulator also launched refreshed set of values, aspiring to be "respectful, transparent, inclusive and purposeful." - [New dental nursing qualification launched in UK and Northern Ireland](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/07/17/new-dental-nursing-qualification/) - Allowing trainees to demonstrate the required knowledge, skills and professional attitudes. - [Immigration rules change will worsen access to care crisis ](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/07/15/immigration-rules-deepen-access-crisis/) - Shortages in a wide range of roles will be exacerbated, say the BDA. - [The Row Dental launches second young person’s orthodontic open day](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/07/14/row-dental-young-persons-orthodontic-open-day/) - Supporting early intervention and patient education in orthodontics. - [Novenda Technologies secures $6.1M to revolutionise dental products with breakthrough 3D printing](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/07/14/novenda-technologies-breakthrough-3d-printing/) - As sugar consumption rises and dental visits become increasingly expensive, nearly 3.5 billion people worldwide struggle with oral diseases. The dental industry faces mounting pressure to increase manufacturing efficiency, particularly in markets where centralised manufacturing is becoming the norm. Novenda Technologies has announced $6.1m in funding to transform dental product manufacturing with its revolutionary multi-material - [Dr Helen Phillips appointed as new chair of the General Dental Council](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/07/10/helen-phillips-new-gdc-chair/) - Experienced leader brings vision for trusted, collaborative regulation, says GDC. - [Online toolkit to help parents of autistic children improve dental health](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/07/10/autistic-children-online-toolkit/) - Follows a study which highlights the oral health challenges faced by autistic children. - [Chewing vegetables can damage your teeth, say researchers](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/07/07/vegetables-can-damage-teeth/) - The cause are microscopic, silica particles that form within the tissues of many plants. - [Much more than a product supplier](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/07/08/much-more-than-a-product-supplier/) - DD has long been known across the dental profession for supplying an all-inclusive range of products. Whether you offer restorative, cosmetic, orthodontic or implant dentistry, there are materials, consumables, instruments and technologies for you. There are also specialist and aesthetics portfolios, enabling you to deliver care to all your patients, no matter the clinical situation. - [50 years of DD](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/07/08/50-years-of-dd/) - DD has been supporting the UK dental profession for five decades, providing a comprehensive range of products and technical services. The available portfolio encompasses everything from restorative materials and endodontic handpieces to decontamination equipment, CBCT imaging units, facial aesthetics and more. Complementing these solutions is an extensive equipment testing, repair, validation and maintenance service, delivered - [Stirling dentist wins prestigious regional award](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/07/04/stirling-dentist-wins-regional-award/) - The accolade now sees Dr Andrew El-Miligy progress to the College of General Dentistry's national final. - [The power of a membership plan in a private dental practice](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/07/03/membership-plan/) - Insights from Dr Slaine Ker and Stuart Ker, Founders of The Row Dental. - [Examining the cause of job dissatisfaction in dentistry](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/07/02/job-dissatisfaction-examined/) - Disillusionment is complex and multi-factorial, says Dental Protection's Raj Rattan. - [Booking opens for perio-occlusion symposium](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/06/30/perio-occlusion-symposium/) - The focus will be on ‘pink aesthetics’ and the role of occlusion in clear aligner therapy. - [Ditch vague language to resolve workplace conflicts](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/07/01/resolving-workplace-conflicts/) - Using clear language helps create a trusting environment and avoids unnecessary escalation of issues. - [Herbal mouthwash lets helpful bacteria flourish](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/07/04/herbal-mouthwash/) - A propolis-based rinse could avoid downside of conventional products. - [Actions speak louder than words](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/07/02/actions-speak-louder-than-words/) - At Clyde Munro, we believe actions speak louder than words. That’s why we back up our values and ethos with tangible resources, opportunities and products for our practice teams to benefit from. We say that we support our dentists, so we offer a dedicated Clinical Support Team who can be contacted for advice and guidance - [GDC extends initial inquiries process ](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/07/03/gdc-extends-initial-inquiries-process/) - New approach seeks to reduce negative impact that investigations can have on participants. - [Two Scottish DCPs win FDS Royal College of Surgeons of England awards](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/06/27/scottish-dcps-win-fds-england-awards/) - They are among a group of "exceptional applicants", said a spokesperson. - [Ian Dunn and Jim McCaul to lead study day](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/06/20/cgdent-study-day-2025/) - The College of General Dentistry has announced Dr Ian Dunn FCGDent and Professor Jim McCaul as the speakers at its next annual study day in Glasgow. Dr Dunn will deliver Passionate Perio for the Dental Team, a series of sessions covering all aspects of contemporary periodontal management from the latest concepts of aetiology to assessment, diagnosis - [Scottish Dental Show 2026 dates announced](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/06/23/scottish-dental-show-2026-dates/) - Next year's show will be on Friday 12 and Saturday 13 June. - [AI system predicts early childhood cavities with high accuracy](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/06/26/ai-system-predicts-early-childhood-cavities/) - At the heart of the discovery is a remarkable anterior-to-posterior microbial gradient in healthy mouths. - [DCPs feel they have no choice but to work when their mental health is suffering](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/06/24/no-choice-but-to-work/) - A majority surveyed said they feel guilty taking time off due to mental wellbeing issues. - [Kevin Lewis awarded College Medal](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/06/25/kevin-lewis-awarded-college-medal/) - The College of General Dentistry’s most prestigious honour. - [GDC launches consultation on new Corporate Strategy](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/06/25/gdc-launches-consultation-on-new-corporate-strategy/) - Three-year strategy focuses on reducing fear of regulation while maintaining high professional standards - [Treat complaints with the respect they deserve](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/06/25/treat-complaints-with-the-respect-they-deserve/) - There’s nothing more likely to generate another complaint than stressing about the first one, losing focus and making another mistake - [Upstream](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/06/25/upstream/) - Not just a piece of entertainment; part of a tool kit for helping save lives - [Dental Antibiotics: Curbing Over-Prescribing](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/06/25/dental-antibiotics-curbing-over-prescribing/) - Scottish group aims to engage with the profession and organisations to reduce levels - [Reducing harm and waste](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/06/25/reducing-harm-and-waste/) - Conscientiousness can lead to overuse of investigations and treatments - [BOS honorary patron awarded OBE](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/06/18/roz-mcmullan-obe/) - For services to mental health and wellbeing in the dental profession. - [We hope to see you soon!](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/06/19/see-you-soon/) - At the Scottish Dental Show 2025. - [Exercise and omega-3 reduce periodontitis](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/06/17/exercise-reduces-periodontitis/) - The combination limited bacterial progression and bone tissue loss. - [Less diverse oral microbiome linked to depression](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/06/13/oral-microbiome-depression-link/) - The oral microbiome could potentially be used to diagnose or treat depression. - [New Oral Health Research Hub launched in Scotland](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/06/16/oral-health-research-hub-launched/) - Aims to improve dental care and address inequalities in oral health. - ['Shameful' inequality gap in dental care access](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/06/11/dental-care-inequality-gap/) - Thousands in the most deprived areas of Scotland have had less access to NHS dental care. - [All smiles as Harper Macleod advises on ownership transition of Glasgow dental practice](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/06/12/harper-macleod-smiles-at-legacy/) - Healthcare law specialists at Scottish law firm Harper Macleod have advised on the sale of Smiles@Legacy, a well-established dental practice in Glasgow’s East End, as it transitions to new ownership. The firm's corporate team supported longstanding owners Gordon and Lesley McGavin in selling the business to two of the practice’s associate dentists, Anna Britton and - [Dental implants developed that feel and function like natural teeth](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/06/10/implants-feel-function-like-natural-teeth/) - Minimally invasive procedure preserves nerve endings in tissue around implant. - ['SMART' design shows feasibility for clinical trials when treating periodontal cases](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/06/06/smart-design-periodontal/) - Sequential, Multiple Assignment, Randomised Trial. - [More than 400 DCPs fail to meet the 10-hour CPD requirement](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/06/09/gdc-opens-renewal-period/) - GDC opens renewal period for dental care professionals. - [Meet Mr Weasley!](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/06/12/meet-mr-weasley/) - Your guide to clinical skills for medical emergencies. - ["Second Opinion is 99% accurate and, if I’m being generous to myself, I’m at about 87%"](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/06/11/second-opinion/) - Dr Amanda Bassey-Duke explains how technology is driving treatment uptake at Clyde Munro by enhancing patient understanding of their dental health issues. Technology is revolutionising patient interactions about oral health at a forward-thinking, Scottish dental practice within the Clyde Munro Dental Group. The software it is using enables the clinicians to articulate dental issues which - [First students in Malawi graduate with dental degree](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/06/02/malawi-dental-degree-graduates/) - A Scottish Government-backed initiative to improve oral health in Malawi has marked a major milestone with the graduation of the country’s first home-grown dentists. Ten students from Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) have become the first in Malawi’s history to qualify with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) from within their own country, a - [Unlocking financial health: the dentist's companion](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/06/04/unlocking-financial-health/) - As a dentist, your focus is on ensuring optimal oral health and crafting perfect smiles. But amidst the daily whirlwind of appointments, procedures, and patient care, have you spared a moment to consider the health of your finances? Just like precision in your practice is crucial for a perfect procedure, utilising a trusted financial planner - [NASDAL Scotland's benchmarking: profits fall back and costs rise](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/06/04/nasdal-scotland-benchmarking-2025/) - Private practices saw a big drop and it's not good news for Associates. - [The Scottish Dental Show: just two weeks to go!](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/06/05/scottish-dental-show-sign-up-now/) - Don't miss out on your chance to earn up to 10 hours of free CPD. - [Dundee graduates among CGDent and GC Award winners](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/06/03/dundee-graduates-among-cgdent-winners/) - Successful candidates awarded funded two-day composite layering course in Belgium. - [Eschmann: six decades of experience in autoclave production](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/06/02/eschmann-six-decades-of-experience-in-autoclave-production/) - Eschmann, the experts in decontamination, provides an array of industry-leading Little Sister autoclaves to suit the needs of any dental practice. Building on more than 60 years of experience in autoclave design and manufacture, the product portfolio is designed for durability, efficiency and reliability. The latest range features vacuum and non-vacuum solutions, with 11, 17 - [Here for the whole team](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/06/02/here-for-the-whole-team/) - Clyde Munro Dental Group strives to achieve a culture of collaboration and development within every single one of its practices across Scotland. All dental professionals are highly valued and supported, with dedicated clinical support teams and extensive administrative infrastructure. There is also training and education for everyone, with programmes tailored to VT dentists, early career - [GDC launches consultation on new Corporate Strategy](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/05/30/gdc-corporate-strategy-consultation/) - Part of its focus is on "the current climate of fear within dentistry". - [Philips Sonicare calls on public to support Hygiene Bank](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/05/29/philips-sonicare-hygiene-bank/) - Television presenter Helen Skelton and dental expert Dr. Nilesh Parmar lend their voices to the charitable initiative. - [Celebrating our Oral Health Promotors, from online learning to real world impact](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/05/29/malawi-midsummer-jamboree2/) - Show your support by enjoying A Midsummer Jamboree for Malawi. - [Safeguarding and child protection for dental teams](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/05/27/child-protection-sds2025/) - Is your dental team aware of their roles and responsibilities? - [Safeguarding vulnerable adults: we all have a role to play](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/05/28/safeguarding-vulnerable-adults-sds2025/) - Update your knowledge on working with vulnerable adults. - [Infection prevention and control: get the latest guidance](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/05/29/infection-prevention-and-control-sds2025/) - On this GDC highly recommended CPD topic. - [VR & Haptic Thinkers free hybrid meeting](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/05/23/vr-haptic-thinkers-meeting/) - Event is set to redefine the future of healthcare education. - [Medical emergencies: free lectures and workshop](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/05/22/medical-emergencies-lectures-workshop/) - Sessions on medical emergencies feature on both days of the free-to-attend Scottish Dental Show. - [Sugar-free gum could save £388 million in dental services](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/05/21/sugar-free-gum-oral-health-benefits/) - A person spending £55 a year on sugar-free gum would improve their oral health. - [BDIA announces Bridge2Aid as its official charity partner](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/05/16/bdia-bridge2aid-partnership/) - Fundraising initiatives, awareness campaigns and activities will be rolled out throughout the year. - [Managing medical complexity in the dental chair](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/05/20/managing-medical-complexity/) - New guidance aims to support clinicians with clear, practical advice. - [UK dental health crisis 'affecting women hardest'](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/05/19/womens-dental-crisis/) - Report reveals the unique oral health challenges women face. - [Study shows long-term benefits of saving 'hopeless' teeth](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/05/16/benefits-of-saving-hopeless-teeth/) - The approach works, costs less and offers patients a better experience. - [Dentist struck off for inappropriate and misleading treatment](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/11/12/inappropriate-and-misleading-treatment/) - Dr Mike Mew's actions fell far short of the standards expected of dental professionals. A dentist has been struck off after offering "inappropriate and misleading" treatment recommendations - [Agilio Software supercharges dental marketing with acquisition of DenGro](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/05/16/agilio-acquires-dengro/) - Creating UK’s first fully integrated patient engagement and growth platform. - [Fast track your career with Clyde Munro](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/05/15/fast-track-your-career-clyde-munro/) - Clyde Munro is delighted to support the Fast Tracking Your Future event, on Saturday 14 June in London. At the event, we will be discussing our innovative Discovery Programme, which is an exciting new scheme that offers dentists the chance to experience working and living in different locations across Scotland. Available as short, fixed-term contracts, - [The orthodontic therapist’s role in mouth cancer detection](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/05/15/mouth-cancer-detection/) - Gain insights on identifying signs and integrating early detection strategies into clinical practice. - [Collaborative treatment planning for cosmetic dentistry](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/05/13/collaborative-treatment-planning/) - Featuring Dr Slaine Ker and Dr Jonathan Fitzpatrick. - [Agilio set to showcase major iTeam innovations at the Dentistry Show 2025](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/05/13/agilio-iteam-innovations/) - Agilio Software is unveiling major new innovations to its iTeam platform at the Dentistry Show 2025, including an industry-first integration with Dentally and powerful new HR and workforce management tools. Visitors to Stand K40 will be among the first to experience the next generation of dental team management live. Already trusted by hundreds of dental - [World Health Organisation joins call for urgent action on oral health](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/05/14/action-on-oral-health/) - EuroPerio11 to spotlight global developments in oral health policy. - [Too many GDC investigations 'needlessly going forward'](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/05/12/too-many-gdc-investigations/) - Dental Protection urges regulator to review assessment and triaging of cases. - [The role of nutrition in periodontal health](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/05/09/nutrition-periodontal-health/) - Studies underscore importance of nutritional guidance in periodontal care. - [Cortically Fixed Theatre at the Scottish Dental Show](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/05/08/cortically-fixed-theatre/) - Workshops dedicated to dental implants. - [Scottish dental group enters English market](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/05/08/scottish-dental-group-enters-english-market/) - Deal with hospital breaks new ground. - [GDC publishes research into sexual misconduct in dentistry ](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/05/07/gdc-sexual-misconduct-review/) - Survey of dental professionals found that 41% had experienced or witnessed sexual misconduct. - [Utah becomes first US state to ban fluoride in public drinking water](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/05/07/utah-bans-fluoride-public-water/) - Dentists prepare for an increase in decay among vulnerable people. - [Male dentists significantly more likely to generate concerns than female](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/05/06/gdc-ftp-report/) - GDC publishes its fitness to practise 2024 report. - [Agilio Software and R;pple unite to tackle suicide in healthcare](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/05/02/agilio-rpple-unite/) - Partnership will support broader adoption of digital crisis intervention tool. - [Delivering clinical freedom with extensive support](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/05/01/clyde-munro-delivering-clinical-freedom/) - For clinicians looking to take their career forwards in an open, supportive and flexible working environment, Clyde Munro offers fantastic opportunities for you. We prioritise excellent patient care, which means we offer the facilities, support and clinical freedom you need to deliver exceptional dentistry. We’re not here to micro-manage or dictate, but rather offer a - [Find a career, not just a job](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/05/01/clyde-munro-life-long-career/) - At Clyde Munro, we believe in building life-long careers for all members of our practice teams. That’s why we provide a myriad of benefits to help our people enjoy their work for many years. These include: Facilitating a great work/life balance Continuous career progression Support from a team you can trust Equal opportunities for all - [Principal Ownership Plan - take your first steps into practice ownership](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/05/01/principal-ownership-plan/) - Don’t miss out on the opportunity to take your first steps into practice ownership with Clyde Munro, who are set to open Novadent Family Dental Care in Fife this year. The state-of-the-art dental practice is set to be fully refurbished, featuring the latest technology and equipment, as well as a new digital dental lab in-house. - [Respect begins here: transforming dental workplaces](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/05/01/transforming-dental-workplaces/) - Education session will highlight bullying and sexual harassment. - [UK sugar industry uses tobacco company tactics, say study authors](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/30/sugar-tax-reduces-childhood-extractions/) - But the sugar tax has resulted in a reduction in child hospital admissions for carious tooth extractions. - [Survey highlights challenges of VR-haptic technology in dental education](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/29/vr-haptic-education-challenges/) - Technical limitations, finance and resistance to change cited. - [More sugar than Coca-Cola: dentists press for action on baby food](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/28/baby-food-sugar-exceeds-coke/) - Sector remains wedded to disingenuous language, says the BDA. - [Progress on NHS dentistry in Scotland risks being undone](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/25/nhs-dentistry-reform-risk/) - Survey reveals 45% believe their practices will struggle to remain viable. - [Clyde Munro clinician nominated for Young Dentist of the Year 2025](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/29/clyde-munro-young-dentist-nomination/) - Clyde Munro is thrilled to announce that one of its clinicians has been nominated for the Young Dentist of the Year Dentistry Award 2025, Scotland and Northern Ireland – congratulations Dr Rebecca Reid! Rebecca takes a unique approach to patient care, prioritising clinical excellence, wellness and aesthetics. She advocates for the connection between oral and - [Free-to-attend NSK Ikigai workshops](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/24/nsk-ikigai-hands-on-workshops/) - Piezoelectric Advanced Instrumentation and Air-Powder Polishing Systems + Implant Care. - [Biologics in Oral Surgery](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/23/biologics-in-oral-surgery/) - An update on perioperative management with Dr Kaila Girvin. - [How dentists could help tackle obesity in children](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/23/obesity-in-children/) - How feasible it is for dental teams to offer checks and support? - [Dumfries dental clinic welcomes new dentist and high-tech scanner](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/18/dumfries-dental-high-tech/) - State-of-the-art tech and expert care enhance patient experience. - [BREATHE … marking Stress Awareness Month 2025](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/22/breathe-marking-stress-awareness-month-2025/) - Stress Awareness Month is an annual event observed every April since 1992, dedicated to increasing public awareness about the causes and cures of stress. More than 50% of dentists have considered leaving the profession due to burnout and 86% of the dental community report high stress¹ so it is vital that the dental community takes - [Smileawi and Bridge2Aid join forces to train Oral Health Promoters in Malawi](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/21/malawi-midsummer-jamboree/) - Learn how you can help support their work. - [20 years of trusted lending solutions from Performance Finance](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/16/performance-finance-celebrates/) - Twenty years! It is a milestone that speaks volumes about resilience, adaptability and unwavering commitment. Performance Finance are incredibly proud to be celebrating two decades of helping individuals and businesses navigate the often-complex world of finance. From humble beginnings to where they stand today, it has been an incredible journey fuelled by passion, innovation and - [The role of Artificial Intelligence in preventative oral health care](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/17/artificial-intelligence-preventative-health-care/) - Oral Health Foundation past president Dr Ben Atkins to deliver lecture at the Scottish Dental Show. - [Pioneering method detects oral cancer earlier](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/15/oral-cancer-nano-ai/) - The potential of nano technologies and artificial intelligence has been outlined. - [ORE sittings confirmed for 2025 and early 2026](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/16/ore-sittings-confirmed/) - Decision will provide 1,800 places on ORE Part 1 and 576 places on ORE Part 2. - [April 2025](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/08/april-2025/) - In this issue: Mouth cancer awareness; Beyond the classroom; NSK at the Scottish Dental Show and more… - [Let‘s get this straight](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/14/lets-get-this-straight/) - Are we guilty of encouraging people to ‘correct’ their teeth when nothing’s wrong? Probably - [Lab-grown teeth 'might become an alternative to fillings'](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/14/lab-grown-teeth/) - Scientists have made a key discovery. - [Exploring the science of kindness](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/14/exploring-the-science-of-kindness/) - Can we reverse the trend towards putting ourselves first? - [Looking to 2026: New assessments will cover 10 dental specialties](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/14/looking-to-2026-new-assessments-will-cover-10-dental-specialties/) - New assessments will cover 10 dental specialities - [In tune to beat oral cancer](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/11/in-tune-to-beat-oral-cancer/) - Dundee students’ music night was the perfect way to end a week of activities - [There’s plenty that’s new from NSK](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/11/theres-plenty-thats-new-from-nsk/) - Scottish Dental Show sponsor NSK has a lot to offer at this year's event. NSK, Scottish Dental Show, Angela Glasgow, Ikigai, restorative, endodontics, orthodontics, oral, hygiene, implant, surgery, equipment, TiMax Z95L, VarioSurg 4, iClave 24, Combi Pro2, iPiezo, Siobhan Kelleher, Lauren Long, Jenny Walker, Eduqual, Smile Dental Academy, NSK is pleased to sponsor this year’s Scottish Dental Show - [Education programme announced!](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/03/19/learn-from-the-best-for-free/) - Sign-up for The Scottish Dental Show 2025. - [Learn from the best – for free](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/11/learn-from-the-best-for-free-2/) - The Scottish Dental Show offers you the opportunity to gain CPD, meet suppliers and catch-up with colleagues - [ABOC relaunched](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/11/aboc-relaunched/) - New Life Teeth champions relaunch of the Associated Brånemark Osseointegration Centers (ABOC) - [Thinking of doing your own thing?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/11/thinking-of-doing-your-own-thing/) - Ask yourself, who will you be ‘being’ in 2030 - [Preventing and managing dental decay in children](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/11/preventing-and-managing-dental-decay-in-children/) - New digital resource provides latest clinical guidance - [A future at your fingertips](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/11/a-future-at-your-fingertips/) - The game-changing impact of virtual haptic simulators in endodontic education - [Preparing for life as a dental Associate](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/11/preparing-for-life-as-a-dental-associate/) - It pays to be aware of your financial responsibilities - [What to expect](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/11/what-to-expect/) - Martyn Bradshaw, Director of PFM Dental, discusses whether 2025 should be the year to sell your dental practice - [The McCloud judgement](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/11/the-mccloud-judgement/) - Anna Coff outlines what it means for NHS dentists and their pensions - [Buying a dental practice and immigration issues](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/11/buying-a-dental-practice-and-immigration-issues/) - Make sure consideration is given at any early stage to any sponsor licence issues - [Managing risk better](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/11/managing-risk-better/) - Work with your patients to make choices that are right for them - [A complex financial landscape](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/11/a-complex-financial-landscape/) - Victoria Forbes from Dental Accountants Scotland talks maximising the value of your dental practice sale. - [Scottish dental market trends in 2025](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/11/scottish-dental-market-trends-in-2025/) - Scotland's dental market booms, driven by independent buyers and diverse practice options. Expect continued growth, but act swiftly due to upcoming tax changes. - [VR-haptic simulators can improve preclinical endodontic training](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/11/vr-haptic-endodontic-training/) - Students who trained with VR haptics demonstrated higher manual dexterity scores. - [How to unlock the hidden profits in your patient base](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/10/unlock-hidden-profits/) - It is believed that anywhere from 30-60% of product recommendations may not be acted upon by patients, and as a result a significant portion of prospective sales can go astray. To avoid losing a product sale because a patient doesn't act on a recommendation, it may be prudent to take a more strategic approach. According - [British Orthodontic Conference 2025](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/11/british-orthodontic-conference-2025/) - This year it takes place from Wednesday 24 to Friday 26 September. - [Now open: booking for the Scottish Dental Show's education programme](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/10/scottish-dental-show-booking-open/) - Featuring all of the GDC’s recommended and highly recommended topics, booking for the Scottish Dental Show education programme is now open. - [New dental surgery is planned for Greenock](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/08/new-dental-surgery-is-planned-for-greenock/) - Glasgow-based Merrylee Dental Practice has lodged plans with Inverclyde Council. - [Women's body pain and migraines linked to poor oral health](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/09/oral-health-womens-body-pain/) - Study found oral microbes correlated with certain pain conditions. - [Diploma in Restorative Dentistry reunion](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/04/restorative-dentistry-reunion/) - Invitation to Diploma participants to join a gathering of alumni. - ['Jonah Hill keeps his teeth in a safe'](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/07/fx-teeth-godfather/) - Meet Hollywood’s top special-effects dentist. - [February 2025](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/02/11/february-2025/) - In this issue: What's on at this year's Scottish Dental Show; Famous faces in dentistry and much more - [Oral health and the menopause](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/03/oral-health-and-menopause/) - Links with oral health will be explored during a session at the Scottish Dental Show. - ['Fasting' could reduce periodontal inflamation](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/01/fasting-periodontal-inflamation/) - Dietary approach could complement periodontal therapy. - [Scottish Dental Care acquires Musselburgh practice](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/02/sdc-acquires-musselburgh-practice/) - Duncan Smith Dental has built a reputation for delivering outstanding treatment. - [Asda owner bidding for MyDentist](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/04/02/asda-mydentist-bid/) - UK's largest provider of NHS dental services valued at between £800 and £900m. - [Voting open for College Council elections](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/03/28/voting-open-cgdent-council-elections/) - All eligible members are encouraged to cast their vote. - [A history of the Ukraine war in 48 dentists](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/03/25/ukraine-war-in-48-dentists/) - Wendell Stevenson on how Russia's invasion has created an "epidemic of phantom pain". - [The clinical implications for dentists of patients' cannabis use](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/03/27/cannabis-use-dentistry/) - Dental professionals are increasingly likely to encounter patients who disclose cannabis use. - [Exploring education beyond the classroom](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/03/24/education-beyond-the-classroom/) - Dundee Dental Connect is a community initiative lead by staff and students at Dundee Dental Hospital and Research School (DDH). The group adopts a co-creation approach, allowing for staff and students to work together as equals with the aim of mitigating oral health inequalities within our local community of Dundee and beyond. We currently have - [Dental researchers plagiarised and fabricated data](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/03/24/dental-researchers-plagiarised-and-fabricated-data/) - Questionable research and scientific misconduct revealed. - [Dental profession must be supported in embracing AI](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/03/26/ai-white-paper/) - More needs to be done to generate confidence in AI among clinicians. - [EMS Unveils the Next Generation of Prophylaxis at IDS 2025:The GBT Machine®](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/03/26/ems-bt-machine/) - EMS, Electro Medical Systems SA, proudly introduces the GBT Machine at IDS 2025, marking the next evolution within the GBT protocol. The brand-new GBT Machine® is the successor to the AIRFLOW® Prophylaxis Master. With over 40 years of expertise behind it, the device is optimized for performing high-level Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) treatments, providing exceptional - [The McCloud judgement](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/03/25/mccloud-judgement/) - Anna Coff outlines what It means for NHS dentists and their pensions. - [Associate remuneration up for third year in a row](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/03/21/associate-remuneration-up/) - From £80,554 to £90,161 - an 11.9% increase. - [A three-decade career that began by chance](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/03/19/selina-alexander-reflects/) - Practice Plan Regional Support Manager Selina Alexander reflects on 30 years in dentistry. - [Forth Bridge paint technology used to create dental treatment](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/03/20/forth-bridge-dental-treatment/) - The product has the potential to change preventive dentistry. - [Revolutionising dental education: the rise of VR-Haptic Thinkers](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/03/17/revolutionising-dental-education/) - This June, a groundbreaking movement in dental education will take shape. - [And BREATHE…wellbeing resource launches](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/03/17/and-breathewellbeing-resource-launches/) - Free platform is designed for the health of the entire dental team. - [BSDHT welcomes supervised toothbrushing in English schools](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/03/11/bsdht-welcomes-supervised-toothbrushing/) - The British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy (BSDHT) welcomed the announcement by England's Health Minister Stephen Kinnock that the government plans a national supervised toothbrushing programme for children aged 3-5 years in early years settings, including nurseries and primary schools, in the most deprived areas in England. The programme, which will be delivered by - [Additional speakers announced!](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/03/13/dental-show-speakers-announced/) - World-leading experts will present on a range of topics at the Scottish Dental Show 2025, with more names just released. - [A technological present and future](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/03/03/clyde-munro-investing-in-digital/) - Clyde Munro Dental Group has invested significantly in digital dentistry within its practices across Scotland. The group provides their dentists and team members with the equipment, software, training and support they need to implement the latest solutions to the very best of their ability. In doing so, Clyde Munro is putting their dentists' wellbeing and - [Roy Bennett appointed College Trustee](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/03/11/roy-bennett-appointed-cgdent/) - Dr Bennett has more than 35 years’ experience. - [Leading dental supplies company BF Mulholland has been acquired by Viso Capital ](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/03/07/bf-mulholland-acquired-by-viso-capital/) - BF Mulholland, a leading supplier of products, equipment and support services for the dental industry in Ireland and the UK has been acquired by Viso Capital. With the change in ownership from DD Group to Viso Capital, BF Mulholland is independent once more, providing renewed flexibility to serve clients in Ireland, the UK and beyond. - [Gain up to 10 CPD hours for free](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/03/12/gain-up-to-10-cpd-hours-for-free/) - Lectures will be suitable for the whole dental team and delivered by expert speakers. - [GDC announces updates to CPD processes](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/03/06/gdc-cpd-updates/) - Regulator would like to go further, but this would require a change to the legislation. - [Managers urged to do more to support neurodiverse staff](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/03/10/support-neurodiverse-staff/) - Report highlights the importance of training and proactive action. - [Oral microbiome dictates starch's effect on cavities](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/03/04/orastarchs-effect-on-cavities/) - Sugar's effect is well-known but starches could also be a factor. - [Dental implants still functional after 40 years, study finds](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/03/05/implants-still-functional/) - Dental implants used to replace single teeth continue to function well after several decades, according to a study by the University of Gothenburg. The study is based on a follow-up of a small group of patients who received single implants to replace missing teeth between 1982 and 1985. The implants were a result of research - [Clyde Munro continues to support dental therapists](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/03/03/clyde-munro-dental-therapists/) - "It can be very daunting for newly qualified dental therapists to go from dental school to the working practice environment. The Therapist Support Programme provides that extra bit of support during dental therapists’ first year in practice." Joanne Beveridge has more than 25 years of experience in dentistry and recently joined Clyde Munro Dental Group - [Once in a lifetime opportunity for an aspiring practice owner](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/03/03/clyde-munro-principal-ownership-plan/) - Don’t miss out on the opportunity to take your first steps into practice ownership with Clyde Munro, who are set to open Novadent Family Dental Care in Fife this year. The state-of-the-art dental practice is set to be fully refurbished, featuring the latest technology and equipment, as well as a new digital dental lab in-house. - [Preventing and managing dental decay in children](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/03/03/preventing-managing-dental-decay-in-children/) - New digital resource provides latest clinical guidance. - [Healthcare experts highlight concern over increasing cases of dry mouth](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/02/28/oralieve-dry-mouth-relief/) - Dry mouth (xerostomia) can significantly impact a patient’s quality of life, leading to discomfort, difficulties in eating, speaking, bad breath, reduced social interaction and an increased risk of dental issues such as tooth decay, and gum disease. A recent survey conducted by Oralieve among 573 healthcare professionals, with nearly 70% from the dental profession, reveals - [Vikings suffered from severe oral and maxillofacial disease](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/02/24/vikings-suffered-severe-oral-disease/) - CT scans show pathological bone growths in the cranium and jawbone. - [Student developed sepsis after failing to get a dental appointment](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/02/25/student-developed-sepsis/) - Dentists in Scotland say the sector is still struggling with the impact of the Covid-19 lockdown. - [Dental potential highlighted at Edinburgh medical practice](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/02/26/dental-potential-highlighted/) - Comprises a B-listed, three-storey terrace townhouse and ground floor level of adjoining townhouse. - [Two-thirds of dental professionals burnt out and exhausted, according to survey](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/02/27/burnt-out-and-exhausted/) - Many say they are working excessive hours to try and meet the demand for NHS appointments. - [Don’t miss Eschmann at the Scottish Dental Show: Stand 22](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/02/24/eschmann-scottish-dental-show/) - Eschmann will be attending the Scottish Dental Show this year (20-21 June) at the Braehead Arena in Glasgow, providing an opportunity to experience their leading decontamination equipment and services first-hand. On display will be the comprehensive range of Eschmann’s trusted autoclaves, and much more. Built for durability, reliability and efficiency, delegates can find suitable equipment - [Humanlike teeth have been grown in pigs](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/02/20/humanlike-teeth-grown-in-pigs/) - Toothlike structures represent a step toward bioengineered replacements for dental implants, say researchers. - [Military medical and dental centre marks major construction milestone](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/02/17/leuchars-dental-centre-topping-out/) - Around 3,700 armed forces personnel and their families will benefit from the new building. - [Natural food colouring could be used to treat caries and periodontitis](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/02/19/natural-food-colouring-could-treat-caries/) - The therapeutic potential of curcumin has been highlighted by researchers. - [Smart glasses help dental students to learn more effectively](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/02/18/smart-glasses-help-dental-students/) - Real-time feedback and the ability to ask questions improve learning. - [Fluoridation of Scotland's water should be put to public consultation, says expert](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/12/10/call-for-fluoride-consultation/) - Senior public health academic has called for a public consultation. - [Training for those who support homeless people with their oral health](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/02/13/homeless-support-training/) - University of Dundee and NHS Education for Scotland train oral health professionals. - [New practice set for Dundee](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/02/12/new-dundee-practice/) - An application to convert a former GP surgery has been submitted. - [Dental sales market 'bouyant'](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/02/11/dental-sales-bouyant/) - But experts caution the market may fall back in the next quarter. - [The blueprint for sale](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/02/11/the-blueprint-for-sale/) - Dental Accountants Scotland's Victoria Forbes discusses maximising the value of your dental practice sale - [Pre-nuptial agreements – a good investment](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/02/11/pre-nuptial-agreements-a-good-investment/) - Jennifer Broatch from Thorntons Law tells us why pre-nuptial agreements are not just for the super-rich and may be advisable for many, including dentists - [A personalised approach to care](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/02/11/a-personalised-approach-to-care/) - Allowing you to achieve care outcomes that really matter to people - [Saliva proteins linked to gum disease progression](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/02/11/saliva-proteins-linked-to-gum-disease-progression/) - Finding may lead to a saliva proteins test kit that periodontitis patients could use at home - [From dental nurse to therapist](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/02/11/from-dental-nurse-to-therapist/) - Highland dental professional Keira Leigh Matheson's journey with Clyde Munro - [Averting disaster](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/02/11/averting-disaster/) - Will the recently announced £3m for additional dental training places have the desired effect? - [Leading paediatric dentist appointed as Chair of exams board](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/02/10/leading-paediatric-dentist-appointed-chair-exams-board/) - Appointment follows agreement between the four Royal Colleges in the UK and Ireland to develop a new approach to assessment of 10 dental specialties. - [From gunfighters to rockers](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/02/11/from-gunfighters-to-rockers/) - Many dentists throughout history have led colourful lives - [Combining dentistry with facial aesthetics](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/02/11/combining-dentistry-with-facial-aesthetics/) - A journey in appreciating how facial aesthetics can go hand-in-hand with dental care - [What to expect in 2025](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/02/11/what-to-expect-in-2025/) - With a new year upon us, Martyn Bradshaw, Director of PFM Dental, discusses whether 2025 should be the year to sell your dental practice - [Do new inheritance tax reforms affect you?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/02/11/inheritance-tax-reforms/) - EQ Accountant’s Anna Coff discusses the impact on dental practices - [Employment rights change on the horizon](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/02/11/employment-rights-change-on-the-horizon/) - Employers should begin reviewing their policies and practices now, writes Emma Campbell - [Key considerations for practice sales](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/02/11/key-considerations-for-practice-sales/) - If you’re thinking about selling your dental practice in 2025, Joel Mannix shares five key things to consider - [Flossing once a week could reduce the risk of suffering a stroke](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/02/06/flossing-could-reduce-stroke-risk/) - The link is independent of regular brushing, routine dental visits or other oral hygiene behaviours. - [Groundbreaking virtual reality experience scheduled for this summer](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/02/03/virtual-reality-conference/) - Conference features internationally recognised speakers. - [Consultation launched on Scottish Vocational Qualification in Dental Nursing](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/02/05/dental-nursing-svq-consultation/) - Individuals and organisation can contribute via an online survey. - [New dental schools may be established, says GDC](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/02/04/new-dental-schools/) - The regulator has published new guidance for education providers. - [Strong but flexible for superior cutting efficiency](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/02/03/strong-but-flexible/) - HyFlex EDM NiTi files from COLTENE are a game changer for negotiating challenging root canals. Electric Discharge Machining (EDM) has been shown to improve fracture resistance. In addition, HyFlex files are manufactured from nickel-titanium (NiTi) alloy with Controlled Memory heat treatment (CM). This makes the Hyflex EDM NiTi files stand out for their cutting efficiency - [Direct your career towards success in 2025](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/02/03/direct-your-career-towards-success/) - If you’re based in Scotland – or looking to enjoy a weekend amongst the stunning Scottish landscape alongside your professional training – Clyde Munro Dental Group offers various array educational opportunities for all members of the dental team. The organisation’s purpose-built Advanced Dentistry & Clinical Skills Centre in Perth features cutting-edge facilities that make learning - [Scottish Government pledges £3m to create extra dental training places](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/12/05/3m-for-extra-dental-training-places/) - If passed by Parliament, it will form part of a record £21 billion for health and social care. - [Plans to merge Dundee University's dental and nursing schools put on hold](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/12/12/dundee-dental-and-nursing-merger-paused/) - Announcement made after the sudden resignation of the university's principal. - [Practice calls for public meeting following decision to deregister NHS patients](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/01/29/lerwick-practice-meeting-call/) - Lerwick Dental Practice blames director of dentistry. - [NHS Dental Symposium to be hosted by GG&C LDC](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/12/17/nhs-dental-symposium-2025/) - Featuring five hours applied for verifiable CPD with speakers covering a range of topics. - [The Scottish Aesthetic Conference 2025](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/01/28/scottish-aesthetic-conference-2025/) - A fantastic professional development event. - [GDC begins search for new Chair and Council Members  ](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/01/27/gdc-new-chair-and-council-members-search/) - Applications are now open until 24 February. - [Lord Markham appointed President of British Fluoridation Society](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/01/24/british-fluoridation-society-president/) - Water fluoridation is a safe, cheap, and effective way to protect children and adults from tooth decay, he said. - [Speakers announced for the Scottish Dental Show 2025!](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/01/23/scottish-dental-show-speakers-announced/) - This year's special guest is Adele Johnston, the menopause coach and educator. - [Updates on paediatric caries management](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/01/21/glasgow-nhs-dental-symposium/) - The symposium will include updates on endocarditis and paediatric caries management. - [BDA celebrates exceptional dentists](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/01/22/bda-celebrates-exceptional-dentists/) - Three Scotland-based dentists are included. - [Tired, forgetful, being drunk - the reasons people give for not brushing their teeth](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/01/20/reasons-for-not-brushing-teeth/) - A new study explores the nation's oral hygiene habits. - [Nominations are now open for the CGDent Council elections](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/01/17/cgdent-council-elections-open/) - Full Members, Associate Fellows and Fellows of the College are invited to nominate themselves as candidates. - [Canmore Trust Wellbeing Conference 2024](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/12/05/canmore-trust-wellbeing-conference-2024/) - Finding common paths towards hope and suicide prevention - [Independent sector drove 82% of dental transactions in 2024, report reveals](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/01/16/christie-market-outlook/) - Specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co, has launched its Business Outlook 2025 report which reflects on the themes, activity and challenges of 2024 and forecasts what 2025 might bring across the sectors in which Christie & Co operates, including in the dental sector. Christie & Co highlights the plethora of market activity from the - [The number of registered UK dentists is up 3% following recent renewal](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/01/14/registered-uk-dentists-rises/) - It is the second year in a row that the number has increased. - [Link found between gum disease and brain function](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/01/14/gum-disease-brain-function-link/) - Gum disease appears to disrupt brain activity, potentially increasing cognitive decline. - [CGDent Scotland Annual Study Day 2025](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/01/13/scotland-study-day-2025/) - Study Day features Dr Ian Dunn and Professor Jim McCaul. - [Leading dental surgeon joins Inverness practice](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/01/15/leading-dental-surgeon-joins-inverness-practice/) - Neil Bremner's appointment follows the retirement of Kevin Leeming. - [Octopus suckers fix dentures in research first](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/01/03/octopus-suckers-fix-dentures/) - Scientists harness nature to help dentures stick to the mouth. - [Edinburgh specialist named as President of the British Orthodontic Society](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/01/06/robbie-lawson-new-bos-president/) - Robbie Lawson, partner at Edinburgh Orthodontics, promises strong advocacy. - [Clyde Munro supplies mouthguards to Scottish National Hockey Team](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/01/07/clyde-munro-scottish-hockey/) - After supplying the women's team, the mens team have now also be fitted. - [Consultation launched on regulation and licensing of non-surgical cosmetic procedures](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/01/08/cosmetic-procedures-consultation/) - The Scottish Government is considering what can be done to reduce the potential for harm. - [Saliva proteins linked to gum disease progression identified](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/01/09/gum-disease-saliva-indentified/) - Finding may lead to a saliva test kit that periodontitis patients could use at home. - [Minimally invasive treatment options in the atrophied bone: The Bone Truss Bridge approach](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/06/14/atrophied-bone-truss-bridge-approach/) - Dr Henri Diederich, Doctor in Dental Medicine Luxembourg, 114 avenue de la Faiencerie L-1511 Luxembourg. Email : henri.diederich@pt.lu Atrophy of the maxilla poses significant challenges to dental rehabilitation, particularly in the context of dental implant placement. There exist numerous approaches to manage such scenarios, ranging from invasive techniques such as zygomatic implants, sinus lifting, and bone - [BADN Chief Executive awarded MBE](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/01/07/badn-chief-executive-mbe/) - Pam Swain was named in the New Year's Honours list for services to dental nursing. - [Pioneering education programme launches to support dentists](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2025/01/06/scottish-dental-care-pathways/) - Scottish Dental Care's Pathways is a comprehensive professional development initiative. - [Registration for the Scottish Dental Show 2025 is now open](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/12/19/scottish-dental-show-2025-registration-open/) - We look forward to welcoming you back to the Scottish Dental Show! - [Dundee Dean of Dentistry named as next editor of the British Dental Journal](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/12/18/dundee-dean-bdj-editor/) - Professor Philip Preshaw has been working with the BDJ as an Associate Editor managing themed issues. - [Scottish Dental Show speaker wins award for his outstanding contribution to orthodontics](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/12/16/show-speaker-wins-award/) - James Green is Maxillofacial and Dental Laboratory Manager at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children. - [Genes that determine tooth shape have been identified](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/12/13/genes-determine-tooth-shape/) - Scientists found substantial tooth differences between ethnicities. - [Mozart is striking a chord in an unexpected arena: dental schools](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/12/09/mozart-striking-a-chord-in-dental-schools/) - Studies find classical music can significantly enhance the learning experience and performance of students. - [Demand for tooth straightening amongst adults continues to rise](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/12/11/tooth-straightening-demand-continues/) - The rise is attributed to online working/socialising and video calls. - [Regulator publishes new guidance on matters dental professionals must report](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/12/06/reporting-matters-new-guidance/) - Reporting requirements have been consolidated into a single, comprehensive document. - [Dental professional hearings move online](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/12/04/professional-hearings-move-online/) - GDC announces move following a public consultation. - [GDC publishes stakeholder perceptions research findings](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/12/03/gdc-stakeholder-perceptions/) - There have been modest improvements in how dental professionals view the regulator. - [December 2024](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/12/05/december-2024/) - The Canmore Trust focuses on suicide prevention, Realistic Dentistry explores Shared Decision Making, SDCEP celebrates 20 years, and AI in remote orthodontic monitoring is discussed. - [Practice managers and receptionists under pressure, study finds](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/12/02/practice-managers-receptionists-under-pressure/) - Failure to address the issues will have an impact on their ability to deliver high-quality care. - [Access all areas?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/12/05/access-all-areas-2/) - With public dental services under increasing pressure the focus is on providing care to core patient groups - [The principles in practice series: part 2](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/12/05/the-principles-in-practice-series-part-2/) - Shared decision making – what it is and how to practise it to deliver outcomes that matter to patients - [SDCEP at 20](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/12/05/sdcep-at-20/) - The programme has become the ‘go to’ for dental guidance - [Reimagining dental education](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/12/05/reimagining-dental-education-2/) - A virtual reality journey from Kuopio, Finland - [Open wide](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/12/05/open-wide/) - How AI, robotics and 3D imaging will transform patient care - [What’s in a name?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/12/05/whats-in-a-name-2/) - Perceived effective and ineffective dental terminology when treating paediatric patients: a cross-sectional survey - [Remote monitoring](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/12/05/remote-monitoring/) - Island, rural – even urban – practices and their patients are set to benefit from a new AI-powered technology - [Celebrating 15 years of M-Brace Orthodontics](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/12/05/15-years-of-m-brace/) - From a single chair to four practices employing nearly 40 staff, M-Brace Orthodontics serves more than 32,000 patients - [163 year-old dental practice in Stirling sold](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/11/29/practice-in-stirling-sold/) - Platt & Common has been bought by the Scottish Dental Care group. - [COVID-19 inquiry ignores hardest hit and weakest recovering healthcare sector; dentistry](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/11/28/covid-inquiry-ignoring-hardest-hit-sector/) - Mistakes made by the previous UK Government during the pandemic risk being repeated. - [Canmore Trust Wellbeing Conference: regulator's speech](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/11/08/canmore-conference-regulators-speech/) - Theresa Thorp, Executive Director of Regulation at the GDC, speaking today at the Canmore Trust Wellbeing Conference, 8 November. Introduction Thank you very much and thank you for inviting me to your conference today. It has been a privilege to hear from the other speakers too, and learning more from the perspective of doctors, nurses and - [Reimagining dental education: a virtual reality journey from Kuopio, Finland](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/11/27/reimagining-dental-education/) - [WORDS: KIIA MANNINEN, EETU MIKKONEN, PINJA SIPONEN, PATRICK STENFORS, VILJA JUUTINEN, MANDI MÄENPÄÄ] A study1 conducted at the Institute of Dentistry University of Eastern Finland in Kuopio has shed new light on the effectiveness of virtual reality (VR) haptic reinforced preclinical training in dental education. The key findings were: Improved learning outcomes: the research revealed - [Consultation launched on dental nursing National Occupational Standards](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/11/27/national-occupational-standards-consultation/) - Providing stakeholders with the opportunity to input into the final version of the standards before they are published early next year. - [Goodwill values now at their lowest since 2018 - is this the bottom of the market?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/11/26/goodwill-values-lowest-since-2018/) - The quarter ending 31 July saw another drop in overall goodwill values for practices sold. - [New charity will restore hope, one smile at a time](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/11/25/one-smile-at-a-time/) - Diamond Smiles Foundation will provide free dental care to women who have survived domestic abuse. - [Faculty of Dental Surgery unveils new diplomas recognising enhanced skills](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/11/22/rcsed-faculty-new-diplomas/) - Exams will assess and recognise dental practitioners who have gained enhanced expertise. - [One third of Scottish adults have problems accessing NHS dentistry](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/11/21/problems-accessing-nhs-dentistry/) - The proportion of patients reporting problems has increased from 20% in 2019. - [Sir Nairn Wilson receives Pierre Fauchard Academy award](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/11/19/nairn-wilson-pierre-fauchard-academy-award/) - He is the first British recipient of the award in almost 30 years. - [BDA says the Scottish Government must throw a lifeline to primary care](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/11/20/bda-scottish-government-lifeline/) - Failure to protect members will have real consequences for the communities they serve. - [College seeks new dental trustee](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/11/18/college-seeks-new-trustee/) - CGDent is seeking a new trustee to support its mission to build the college's future. - [Perceived effective and ineffective dental terminology when treating paediatric patients: a cross-sectional survey](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/11/01/perceived-effective-and-ineffective-dental-terminology-when-treating-paediatric-patients-a-cross-sectional-survey/) - Effective and ineffective terminology paper in fullDownload - [Regulator launches consultation on revisions to Standards for Education ](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/11/15/standards-for-education-consultation/) - The will shape the future requirements for all UK programmes seeking GDC registration. Standards for Education revisions will shape future UK programmes. - [GDC opens annual renewal period for dentists](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/11/11/renewal-period-for-dentists/) - To streamline the process, the regulator has outlined three straightforward steps for dentists to complete. GDC opens annual renewal period for dentists - [Own a dental business? Your chance to shape market sentiment](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/11/13/christie-market-sentiment-survey/) - Complete Christie & Co’s short, anonymous sentiment survey. Your chance to shape market sentiment by completing Christie & Co's survey - [EFP calls attention to interactions between diabetes and gum disease](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/11/14/diabetes-and-gum-disease/) - Studies show that people with diabetes are at a threefold higher risk of developing severe gum disease. - [GDC streamlines fitness to practise process in a bid to speed up investigations](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/11/08/fitness-to-practise-processes/) - Regulator streamlines fitness to practise process to reduce time investigating a concern. - [Mouth cancer cases in the UK hit a record high](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/11/07/mouth-cancer-record-high/) - More than 10,000 cases are being diagnosed annually, a 133 per cent rise over the last 20 years. Mouth cancer cases in the UK hit a record high - [Oral care for children: highlighting excellence](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/11/06/practice-of-the-year-award/) - Could you be NASDAL DCby1 Practice of the Year 2025? The award seeks to highlight excellence in the provision of oral care for children. The NASDAL DCby1 Practice of the Year award - [VR-haptics provides valuable feedback in dental education, study finds](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/11/05/vr-haptics-provides-valuable-feedback/) - But challenges in optimisation, educator acceptance and implementation remain. VR-haptics enhances traditional dental education, but faces challenges in optimisation, educator acceptance and implementation, according to a study. - [Clyde Munro dentists head to Peru](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/11/04/clyde-munro-dentists-peru/) - Travelling with the Vine Trust they will provide essential dental care to some of the most remote communities in the country. - [Scottish Government agrees to 6% pay increase for GDPs](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/11/01/gdps-six-per-cent-pay-increase/) - The pay award will be implemented from 1 December and backdated to 1 April, - [GDC publishes dental care professionals’ working patterns data](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/11/04/gdc-working-patterns-data/) - The insights will support strategic planning and decision-making by health services, governments and dental providers. - [Interactive mouthpiece developed by researchers](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/30/interactive-mouthpiece/) - They say it opens new opportunities for the collection of health data, assistive technology and hands-free interactions. - [Annual retention fee to remain unchanged for 2025](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/25/annual-retention-fee-remains-unchanged/) - General Dental Council completes its review of plans for the next three years. - [Canmore Trust Wellbeing Conference speaker spotlight](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/31/canmore-wellbeing-conference-speaker-spotlight/) - The conference is being held at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, on Friday 8 and Saturday 9 November. - [Advanced aesthetic dentistry award launched](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/29/aesthetic-dentistry-award/) - Successful candidates will receive a fully funded place on a two-day digital dentistry course. - [Thousands of children not being seen by dentist before age of three](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/28/children-not-seen/) - Guidance says that they should be seen when milk teeth appear at around six months. - [Third VR-Haptic Thinkers Meetup bound for UK](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/25/vr-haptic-thinkers-london-meetup/) - It will feature an exceptional lineup of internationally recognised educators and scientists. - [Dental Cone Beam CT 2A and 2B courses in 2025](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/24/rcspg-cbct-scan-courses/) - Courses will focus on teaching safe interpretation of CBCT scans. - [Banana paste, princess crown, sleepy juice - what's in a name?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/24/whats-in-a-name/) - Effective and ineffective terminology when treating paediatric patients has been identified. - [A waiting game](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2019/08/15/a-waiting-game/) - Will Peakin editor@sdmag.co.ukFollow Scottish Dental on twitter at: @ScottishDental A little over 20 years ago, an Agence France-Presse report caught my eye; it was news of the world’s first hand transplant. Clint Hallam, a New Zealander, who had lost a limb while serving time in a low-security prison (so low-security that he had been using - [Dentists retiring early, FoI request reveals](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/23/dentists-retiring-early/) - Of the 334 dentists who have retired since 2020, only 10 waited until the state pension age. - [Text message reminders can help improve oral health in teenagers](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/22/text-message-reminders/) - The reminders were effective particularly among those from low-income families. - [Infrared light three times more effective than X-rays in detecting cavities](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/21/infrared-cavity-detection/) - New intraoral scanner presents patients with easy-to-understand 3D models. - [Six Scottish council areas are now 'dental deserts'](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/18/scotlands-dental-deserts/) - They have no practices able to take on new adult NHS patients within three months. - [Pay offer for dentists in training](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/17/dentists-in-training-pay-offer/) - Starting salary for a dentist in training will increase by £4,239. - [Work begins on new dental centre for the army in Scotland](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/16/army-dental-centre/) - New £22m centre will serve around 3,700 army personnel and their dependents. - [CDO discusses the future of dental technology education](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/14/dta-cdo-meeting/) - The meeting focussed on funding, modernisation and collaboration. - [Glasgow Airport to get its own dental practice](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/15/glasgow-airport-practice/) - It will serve local residents as well as employees of the airport and surrounding businesses. - [Considering being a dental vocational trainer?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/11/dental-vocational-trainer/) - The recruitment process for existing, returning and new trainers opens on Monday. - [College launches register of implant dentistry mentors](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/04/implant-dentistry-mentors/) - Register will enable trainees to identify and contact experienced and qualified mentors. - [The Orthodontic Clinic celebrates a decade in Aberdeen](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/07/the-orthodontic-clinic-celebrates-a-decade-in-aberdeen/) - Party in October will bring together the team, family, friends and key people who have supported them throughout the years - [GDC publishes whistleblowing disclosures report](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/02/gdc-whistleblowing-report/) - Relative to other healthcare regulators, the GDC received a higher proportion of disclosures. - [October 2024](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/07/october-2024/) - The October issue of Scottish Dental explores dental topics, including specialist registration, oral health, finance, and multidisciplinary care - [Brush all you like](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/07/brush-all-you-like/) - … but if your diet is bad and you graze, you’ll have problems; that’s the message we need to get across - [A positive step](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/07/a-positive-step/) - Anticipating a more flexible and transparent system that reflects the evolving nature of dental practice - [Dentists warned over UK Budget plans](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/07/dentists-warned-over-uk-budget-plans/) - The forthcoming Budget has the potential to reshape the financial landscape for those looking to sell, acquire or pass on their practices - [A novel methodology for analysing dental implant positional changes](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/09/analysing-implant-positional-changes/) - It allows for a more precise and accurate assessment of implant positions, independent of CBCT. - [Multidisciplinary care](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/07/multidisciplinary-care/) - Thirty years of excellence at Edinburgh Dental Specialists - [World class](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/07/world-class/) - Reflecting on the IFEA World Endodontic Congress in Glasgow - [The second Canmore Trust Wellbeing Conference](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/10/second-canmore-trust-wellbeing-conference/) - The second Canmore Trust Wellbeing Conference is being held at the Radisson Blu, Glasgow, on Friday 8 and Saturday 9 November. - [Fluoridation has role to play in fight against decay, say dentists](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/08/fluoridation-has-role-to-play/) - Flouridation offer value for money due to its low cost per head of population and potential to reduce decay. - [Realistic Dentistry: the principles in practice series ](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/07/realistic-dentistry-the-principles-in-practice-series/) - The Realistic Dentistry Group introduces Principles in Practice, a series of articles covering the principles of Realistic Medicine and how they can benefit patients and your practice - [Top tips for selling your dental practice](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/07/top-tips-for-selling-your-dental-practice/) - Martyn Bradshaw, of top dental practice brokerage PFM Dental, gives his top tips when getting ready to sell your dental practice - [Embrace life with a beautiful smile](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/07/embrace-life-with-a-beautiful-smile/) - Smile brighter with M-Brace Orthodontics. Renowned orthodontist RR Mahesh offers expert care at four convenient locations across central Scotland. With a focus on patient satisfaction and cutting-edge treatments, M-Brace is your partner for a confident smile. - [Learn, earn and elevate your career](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/07/learn-earn-and-elevate-your-career/) - Stop being a referring dentist and start treating with confidence - [Overview of the Scottish Dental Market in 2024](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/07/overview-of-the-scottish-dental-market-in-2024/) - Joel Mannix – Head of Dental at Christie & Co – shares an overview of findings from their Dental Market Review 2024 report, with a focus on the Scottish landscape - [Planning to buy, build, extend or refurbish?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/07/planning-to-buy-build-extend-or-refurbish/) - You may qualify for a reduction in your annual tax bill - [Experience everything Scotland and dentistry has to offer](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/03/clyde-munro-explorer-programme/) - Your chance to work in different practices across Scotland - with Clyde Munro's Explorer Programme. - [Glasgow Science Centre gets to the root of teeth anatomy](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/10/01/glasgow-science-centre-exhibit/) - Exhibit highlights the fundamental role of oral biofilms in oral disease. - [Hopes for positive impact on claims costs after change to PI discount rate](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/09/30/pi-discount-rate-change/) - The personal injury discount rate is to be increased, millions of pounds in compensation payments. - [Regenerative Surgical Management of an Endodontic Periodontic Lesion](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/09/26/regenerative-surgical-management/) - References 1Galler K. M., Grätz E. M., Widbiller M., Buchalla W., and Knüttel H., Pathophysiological mechanisms of root resorption after dental trauma: a systematic scoping review, BMC Oral Health. (2021) 21, no. 1, https://doi.org/10.1186/s12903-021-01510-6, 33771147. 2Ansari H., Ghomi A. G., and Soufdoost R. S., Endodontic management of trauma-induced external root resorption following orthodontic treatment by - [GDC publishes outcome of call for evidence on Overseas Registration Examination](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/09/27/ore-evidence-review/) - There is a clear desire for improvements in the examination's availability. - [Oral maxillofacial tissue study](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/09/26/oral-maxillofacial-tissue-study/) - The abstract submission phase for the Osteology Foundation's Joint Large Clinical Grant is now open. The study focus should be on oral maxillofacial tissue regeneration topics, including: Surgical techniques Devices Drugs Biologics Combinations of the above The research types falling within the scope of the joint grant programme are: Randomised Controlled Trials Controlled/Experimental Clinical Trials Cohort - [DDU calls on UK Government to prioritise regulatory reform](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/09/25/prioritise-regulatory-reform-says-ddu/) - Top of the list is reform of the General Dental Council's fitness to practise processes. - [A passion for high-quality endodontics](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/07/01/a-passion-for-high-quality-endodontics/) - Glasgow to host global endodontics event with a packed programme running over three days - [Time for dentists to shape the future of their association](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/09/23/bda-elections/) - The British Dental Association has set out to equip dentists with all the information they need. - [Child and adult contact with NHS primary dental care falls, again](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/09/16/participation-rates-fall-again/) - The fall follows a pattern in participation rates across the previous two years. - [The Orthodontic Clinic, Aberdeen, celebrates 10th anniversary](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/09/20/orthodontic-clinic-aberdeen-10th-anniversary/) - Party will bring together the team, family, friends and key people who have supported them. - [Stressing the importance of mental resilience](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/09/19/importance-of-mental-resilience/) - The need to look after the mental, as well as physical, safety of dentists and their colleagues has gained greater recognition. - [A game-changer for your dental career](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/09/10/msc-in-clinical-implantology/) - If you’ve ever considered expanding your practice by incorporating implant dentistry, there’s never been a better time to take the leap with Scotland's first MSc in Clinical Implantology - [Employers should provide staff with access to dental care](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/09/18/employers-provide-staff-with-access-to-dental-care/) - Tax breaks for employers for the provision of occupational health should be extended to dentistry. - [Dental professionals at risk of hearing loss, says new study](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/09/17/hearing-loss-risk/) - Education on the risk and methods to prevent it should be provided to staff and students. - [Dental teams could detect diabetes via new pathway](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/09/13/dental-teams-undiagnosed-diabetes/) - New research aims to validate routine screening during oral health check-ups. - [Still not equal](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/08/15/still-not-equal/) - Exploring the impact of rising numbers of female dentists and practice owners - [CGDent fellows’ winter reception](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/09/09/cgdent-fellows-winter-reception/) - The College of General Dentistry 2025 Fellows’ Winter Reception will take place on the evening of Thursday 30 January in the historic Cutlers’ Hall in London. The event will include a welcome by the Chair of the College, the first address to Fellows by the new President since taking up office, and the admission of - [Award offers hands-on course to Foundation Trainees](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/09/12/cgdent-gc-award/) - The College of General Dentistry (CGDent) and GC Award for Foundation Trainees, which promotes clinical skills and patient care, is now open for entries to the 2024/25 competition. Following a successful inaugural year, and an expansion of the award’s eligibility criteria, dentists and dental therapists who qualified in the UK or Ireland in 2024, or who - [Cumbernauld hygienist given European award](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/09/10/hygienist-given-european-award/) - Jacqueline Armstrong, the founder of Ohh!, the hygienist practice in Cumbernauld, has been given a European Award of Distinction by the European Dental Hygienist Federation (EDHF). Six award winners were announced by Sunstar and the EDHF across a range of categories, with Jacqueline winning 'Entrepreneur'. "Winning this award provides a very welcome validation of my - [Government must act on dentistry, says Labour](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/09/09/scottish-government-must-act/) - The Labour Party has said that the Scottish Government must "brush up its act" on lengthy waits for dental surgery, as data revealed one patient had waited more than three years for treatment. Freedom of information data shows that average waits for dental, oral or orthodontic surgery had increased across almost all of Scotland’s health - [RCSPG's annual dental conference: embracing realistic dentistry](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/09/06/rcspg-embracing-realistic-dentistry/) - The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow's Annual Dental Conference (previously TC White) on 21 November is titled Embracing Realistic Dentistry. Based upon the Chief Medical Officer of Scotland’s Realistic Medicine and Vision for 2030, practicing realistic dentistry aims to make care more person-centered, sustainable and equitable. There are several challenges facing healthcare - [Achieving high stability in full arch cases](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/09/04/high-stability-in-full-arch/) - Dr Nikolas Vourakis is a dental implant expert at the One to One Dental Clinic in Harley Street, as well as renowned lecturer and teacher in the field. He choose to use implant solutions from BioHorizons Camlog, which he particularly likes for complex full arch rehabilitation cases. He says: "The implant system chosen is important - [Christie & Co grows Scottish dental team](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/09/05/christie-grow-scottish-team/) - Specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co, has appointed Kevin Strain as a Senior Business Agent in its Scottish dental team. Kevin is a qualified member of the RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors), with extensive knowledge of the Scottish commercial property market and more than four years of experience in real estate agency working - [GDC consults on proposals to update decision making guidance](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/09/04/gdc-decision-making-consultaion/) - The General Dental Council (GDC) is consulting on proposed revisions to the decision making guidance for practice committees, administered by the Dental Professionals Hearings Service, who consider allegations where a public protection issue or concern has been raised about a dental professional’s behaviour, clinical practice or health. It says the move will better align the guidance with - [August 2024](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/08/14/august-2024/) - In this issue: The Future of Dentistry in Scotland, Bioemulation Symposium, World Endodontics Congress and much more Download the PDF - [Symposium to focus on peri-implantitis, bone regeneration and gingival recession](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/09/02/national-osteology-symposium/) - Paris is an exciting place to be right now with the Paralympic Games, and later this month the city will host a gathering of dental champions - [GDC announces more overseas registration exam dates  ](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/09/03/gdc-announces-more-ore-exam-dates/) - The General Dental Council (GDC) is working with current providers to increase the capacity of these exams and ensure continuity of service. - [World’s first robotic dental procedure](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/08/16/worlds-first-robotic-dental-procedure/) - Perceptive, an artificial intelligence (AI) company, has announced the completion of the world’s first fully automated dental procedure on a human. The company’s system integrates AI-driven 3D imaging software with a robotic arm designed to perform dental procedures and can complete tasks, such as crown placements, in just 15 minutes. "We’re excited to successfully complete - [Dental group increases NHS capacity amid access to care crisis](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/08/30/scottish-dental-care-nhs-expansion/) - One of Scotland’s leading independent dental groups has announced a major patient recruitment in Glasgow in a bid to alleviate the NHS dentistry crisis. Family run Scottish Dental Care, is increasing NHS and private patient capacity by 2,000 patients for dental services at its Gorbals Dental Practice in Glasgow, with a total 12,500 new patient spaces - [Clinically active dental professional sought to edit PDJ](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/08/28/clinically-active-dental-professional-sought-to-edit-pdj/) - The College of General Dentistry (CGDent) is seeking a new editor for its Primary Dental Journal (PDJ). The PDJ is the college’s quarterly peer-reviewed journal. Translating current evidence into best practice, the PDJ is unique in its dedication to primary dental care and is an indispensable and practical resource for general dentistry. Within each annual volume, two-to-three themed editions offer readers - [GDC updates guidance on voluntary removal applications](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/08/29/gdc-updates-registration-guidance/) - Registered dental professionals can ask to be removed from the register at any time and it is normally an administrative process, except where there is a public interest in concluding an investigation. The General Dental Council (GDC) has released updated guidance for use in situations where dental professionals under investigation for fitness to practise concerns seek to - [GDC launches public consultation on revamped specialist list application routes](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/08/27/gdc-specialist-list-application-routes/) - In July the General Dental Council (GDC) launched a ten-week public consultation on proposed amendments to the Specialist List Assessed Application (SLAA) routes. The consultation sought input from stakeholders on the ways registered dentists can gain entry to the GDC's specialist lists, requiring changes to the GDC Specialist List Regulations 2008. Katherine McGirr, Head of - [Avijit Banerjee appointed Chair of CGDent Faculty of Dentists](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/08/26/avijit-banerjee-appointed-chair-cgdent-faculty/) - Professor Avijit Banerjee FCGDent has been appointed as the first Chair of the Board of the College of General Dentistry (CGDent) Faculty of Dentists. Professor Banerjee is Professor of Cariology and Operative Dentistry, Clinical Lead for Undergraduate Education, and Honorary Consultant and Clinical Lead for Restorative Dentistry at the Faculty of Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial - [Perthshire dental group welcomes new NHS patients](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/08/23/dental-group-welcomes-new-nhs-patients/) - One of Scotland’s fastest growing independent dental groups is to open half of its practices to new NHS patients in a step which will help thousands of families. Infinityblu Dental Care and Implant Clinic has opted to open lists for new patients in six of its 12 practices. The award winning firm, founded in Perthshire - [Don't think you need a written agreement? Think again](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/08/14/think-you-need-a-written-partnership-or-shareholder-agreement-think-again/) - If your practice has more than one principal, then it is vital that a written agreement is put in place which caters to the needs of your practice. This should ideally be done at the outset of your business relationship to ensure that agreement is reached on key issues before your practice starts to operate. - [Good news and help for your radiation protection file](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/08/14/good-news-and-help-for-your-radiation-protection-file/) - An updated set of Employer’s Procedure templates has been developed and is now freely available for dental practices to download More radiographs are taken in dental practices across Scotland every day, than in all the hospital radiology departments added together. Yet Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations (IR(ME)R 2017) and the Ionising Radiation Regulations (IRR 2017) - [GDC publishes updated guidance on its covert surveillance of practitioners](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/08/22/gdc-updates-covert-surveillance-guidance/) - The General Dental Council (GDC) has published an updated version of its guidance on the covert surveillance of practitioners. In a statement, the GDC said: "The updated guidance highlights our commitment to transparency, legality, and the protection of individual privacy during both fitness to practice (FtP) and illegal practice (IP) investigations. "The guidance outlines the - [SDR ‘remains fundamentally flawed’](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/08/19/sdr-remains-fundamentally-flawed/) - The Statement of Dental Remuneration remains fundamentally flawed, despite the introduction of Determination 1 last November, according to a leading clinician. "The crisis underlying oral health globally is a result of dentistry’s inappropriate model for the delivery of dental care," said Peter Mossey, Professor of Craniofacial Development and Associate Dean for Internationalisation at the University - [BDA’s CDS conference](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/08/15/bdas-sds-conference/) - Event will cover topics of interest to those who care for patients with complex needs The BDA’s Community Dental Service (CDS) Group Conference is being held at Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh on 10-11 October. The event will cover topics of interest to all dentists and their teams who care for patients with more complexneeds including - [Reflections on the future of dentistry in Scotland](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/08/15/reflections-on-the-future-of-dentistry-in-scotland/) - The SDR continues to have fundamental flaws and a paradigm shift to address primary prevention, as described in the WHO Global Oral Health Action Plan, is required I had the privilege of being asked to speak at the Scottish Dental Show 2024 – and, thereafter, the great pleasure of attending the presentation by Tom Ferris, - [An AI walks into a bar…](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/08/15/an-ai-walks-into-a-bar/) - Joking aside, artificial intelligence is difficult to ignore – so what is its potential in dentistry? The headline is cribbed from the BBC; last month it reported on the experience for a female comedian that it had asked to deliver, on stage, jokes written by artificial intelligence (AI)1. Laugh, you may well do, but AI - [Dentistry at a tipping point](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/08/15/dentistry-at-a-tipping-point/) - The Scottish Government must support the training of more hygienists, therapists and dentists I read a book1 recently which discussed poverty, its roots in the class divide and the effects which are felt in those who experience the worst our society has to offer. It was interesting on many levels, not least the eloquence with - [Working together - for you and your patients](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/08/15/working-together-for-you-and-your-patients/) - Meet Lyall Dominick BDS MFDS RCPSG MSc, a dentist with a special interest in endodontics Clifton Dental & Implant Clinic is a renowned referral practice that goes above and beyond for more than 100 referring dentists and their patients – providing complex dental implant treatments, including All-on-4 and implant retained dentures. They have recently welcomed - [Endodontic congress speaker spotlight](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/08/15/endodontic-congress-speaker-spotlight/) - This September, the British Endodontic Society (BES) will be hosting the International Federation of Endodontic Associations (IFEA) World Endodontic Congress (WEC) at the Scottish Events Campusin Glasgow. The theme for WEC is ‘Phases & Interfaces’ and although the focus will be endodontics, it will explore the multi-disciplinary approach to patient treatment and exciting new scientific - [A thrilling journey](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/08/15/a-thrilling-journey/) - Report of the global VR-haptic education meeting co-organised by the VR-Haptic Thinkers Team, University of Eastern Finland, and the University of Utah I visited the University of Utah, Salt Lake City, for the first time this summer, and I can hardly believe it took me 26 hours to get there from Finland! But I made - [Navigating the future of dentistry: a journey into guided implant dentistry](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/08/14/navigating-the-future-of-dentistry-a-journey-into-guided-implant-dentistry/) - In the world of dentistry, the evolution of technology has transformed traditional practices into highly sophisticated, precise, and patient-friendly procedures. Guided implant dentistry, withits roots dating back to around the late 90s, has become a cornerstone of modern implant dentistry. It has not only streamlined the implantation process but also revolutionised patient communication and engagement. - [Selling your dental practice at the best time](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/08/14/selling-your-dental-practice-at-the-best-time/) - It requires meticulous planning and the right professional support Deciding to sell your dental practice is a monumental decision, often the culmination of a lifetime’s work. To ensure you achieve the best outcome, it’s essential to consider several key factors, including timing, expert advice, and planning. Firstly, timing is crucial. Market conditions can significantly impact - [Newly self-employed - now what?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/08/14/newly-self-employed-now-what/) - Congratulations! After years of hard work, you are now a newly qualified associate dentist. Transitioning to self-employment is an exciting step, but it comes with several important considerations. Do I need an accountant? Yes, an accountant can be invaluable. They will register you with HMRC, ensuring you’re set up correctly to complete your first tax - [Why should I get my dental practice professionally valued?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/08/14/why-should-i-get-my-dental-practice-professionally-valued/) - Jamie Savage, Director – Valuation Services at Christie & Co, explains what a RICS valuation is, why you might need one, and what you can do to get the best value for your dental practice. What is a RICS valuation and why might I need one? A RICS business valuation establishes the market value of - [Practice Plan expands its dental groups support team](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/08/14/practice-plan-expands-its-dental-groups-support-team-2/) - Practice Plan is bolstering the support it offers to multi-site customers with the recruitment of a new member of the support team. Having been the lead contact for groups of practices for nearly 15 years, Practice Plan Business Development Manager, Lynne Womersley, has welcomed a new field-based colleague. Former employee of Practice Plan Group patient - [Tooth whitening: a bright idea?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/08/14/tooth-whitening-a-bright-idea/) - Nicolas Coomber, COLTENE national account and marketing manager, explores the options A common desire for many patients is to achieve a whiter, brighter smile. In fact, a 2020 survey revealed that 22 per cent of Brits would like to have their teeth professionally whitened. An attractive smile can have a big impact on a person’s - [10 Top tips for your dental practice search](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/08/15/10-top-tips-for-your-dental-practice-search/) - Finding a dental practice requires strategic thinking and attention to detail, writes Samantha Hodgson Purchasing a dental practice is a significant decision that involves careful consideration and thorough planning. Finding a dental practice requires strategic thinking and attention to detail. To help guide you through this important milestone, here are 10 top tips to keep - [My life in dentistry](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/08/15/my-life-in-dentistry/) - I attended Craigholme School in Pollokshields, Glasgow, between 1949 and 1959. I originally wanted to be an air hostess, but my father said no; it was nothing more than being a “glorified waitress”. He suggested I go and speak to a dentist, Iain Hawthorn, who lived near us to find out what a dental assistant does. - [Sugar tax prompts fall in consumption](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/08/21/sugar-tax-prompts-consumption-fall/) - The daily intake of sugar by adults fell by 11g – equivalent to two and a half teaspoons – in the year after the introduction of the UK’s ‘sugar tax’ in 2018, according to a new study. Consumption by children also fell, by 5g. The findings, published in the Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health, - [More than half UK adults with dental disease by 2050](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/08/20/dental-disease-to-double/) - Dental disease will be present in more than half of the UK’s adult population by 2050, according to a new study. Researchers at the University of Greenwich and Cape Western Reserve University put data from the UK’s 2009 Adult Dental Health Survey (ADHS) into a simulation model. The model used complex equations to create the - [ASDA and NHS partner on mouth cancer initiative](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/08/15/asda-nhs-mouth-cancer-initiative/) - ASDA and the NHS have partnered to provide vital advice on millions of toothpaste tubes and mouthwash bottles encouraging people to contact their GP or dentist if they notice any potential symptoms of mouth cancer. The company’s own brand of oral hygiene products will now feature NHS advice in more than 500 stores across the - [Dental market ‘vibrant and competitive’](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/08/13/dental-market-competitive/) - The UK dental market comprises around 12,344 practices, 12.4 per cent of which are owned by the four top groups – MyDentist, BUPA Dental, PortmanDentex and Rodericks Dental – a decrease of 0.6 per cent from the previous year. Last year was characterised by a strategic shift towards divestiture, culminating in a 3.3 per cent - [Record investment in dental AI](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/08/14/record-ai-investment/) - Pearl, developers of artificial intelligence-powered imaging technology, has raised $58 million in Series B funding, the largest investment of its kind yet. The company says that its machine learning and computer vision tools solve a core challenge in dentistry: inconsistency in diagnostic accuracy. Its AI serves as a real-time aid to help dentists read patient - [Survey on the use of haptic virtual reality in dental education](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/08/12/survey-on-the-use-of-haptic-virtual-reality-in-dental-education/) - The VR-Haptic Thinkers (https://vr-hapticthinkers.com/) have launched an international survey on the use of VR-haptic virtual reality devices in dentistry education. In the study, the topic is approached especially from the point of view of teaching staff. The survey is anonymously and takes approximately 10 minutes to complete. Responses to the survey are requested by 15.9.2024. - [Scotland-based Certificate Orthodontics for General Practice launches second cohort](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/06/20/certificate-orthodontics-second-cohort/) - After being launched by identiti in the spring of 2024 and with a sell-out first course, due to popular demand a Scotland-based Certificate Orthodontics for General Practice is now taking bookings for the second cohort starting in November 2024, with follow on Diploma in Glasgow in 2025. The qualification is designed for GDP’s who want - [The complete sequence](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/07/26/coltene-sequence/) - For a complete system for more predictable endodontics, try the HyFlex OGSF File Sequence from COLTENE for improved workflows. The sequence consists of an Orifice Opener, Glidepath file, Shaping file, and Finishing file, expertly designed to tackle each stage of endodontic treatment effectively. Their shapes and lengths are optimised for simple use. By utilising the - [The bioactive obturation solution with excellent coverage](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/07/26/roeko-guttaflow/) - ROEKO GuttaFlow® bioseal from COLTENE isn’t just a state-of-the art, intelligent obturation material for quickly and effectively sealing and filling root canals, it is also an extremely biocompatible, bioactive material which actively contributes to the healing process. This advanced cold filling system has excellent flow properties. GuttaFlow® bioseal is thixotropic, meaning its viscosity diminishes under - [Tens of thousands of NHS patients go private](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/07/29/nhs-patients-go-private/) - The Scottish Government has been accused of letting dentistry "rot away" as new figures reveal a huge increase in the number of patients leaving the NHS and signing up to private dental plans. Figures obtained by the Labour Party under freedom of information show that nearly 30,000 patients in Scotland dropped off the NHS dental register to - [Dentists score for Kenyan Rugby](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/07/22/clyde-munro-kenya-rugby/) - At any level of competitive sport, every second counts in delivering a positive result. When, with 48 hours to go, the Kenyan Rugby team needed 28 mouthguards to compete in the World Rugby Under 20 Trophy in Edinburgh, there was only one solution – get in touch with Dr Fiona Davidson, practice principal at Clyde - [Operation Smile benefits from a significant legacy](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/07/22/eas-funds-operation-smile/) - Operation Smile has become the beneficiary of a significant legacy fund donation from The European Aligner Society (EAS) - £80,000, paid over three years, to help the charity develop and support cleft lip and palate treatment programmes in developing countries. In addition to mobilising skilled medical volunteers, Operation Smile trains local medical professionals, and partners - [Payment reform cannot be final destination for service in Scotland, says BDA](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/07/22/nhs-dental-reform-dentists-surveyed/) - The British Dental Association (BDA) Scotland has stressed that there can be no complacency over the future of NHS dentistry, following the first evidence from frontline dentists since the Scottish Government’s reforms rolled out in November last year. A new poll of dentists shows: While two thirds (66 per cent) of respondents say the new - [Practice Plan expands its dental groups support team](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/07/18/practice-plan-expands-its-dental-groups-support-team/) - Practice Plan is bolstering the support it offers to multi-site customers with the recruitment of a new member of the support team. Having been the lead contact for groups of practices for nearly 15 years, Practice Plan Business Development Manager, Lynne Womersley, has welcomed a new field-based colleague. Former employee of Practice Plan Group patient - [Adult oral health metrics to go live from 1 August](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/07/16/adult-oral-health-metrics/) - National Services Scotland, working with system suppliers, has begun making changes to the system architecture for the new Determination I which allow the collection of oral health metrics for the nation's adult population. In a letter to NHS dental teams, Tom Ferris, the Chief Dental Officer (CDO), said that data collection is set to go - [One of Scotland’s oldest dental clinics joins family-run group](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/07/15/sdc-platt-and-common/) - Platt & Common, a dental clinic with a history dating back to 1861, has joined family owned Scottish Dental Care, a move that will see the clinic continue to serve its 13,500 patients. Located in the heart of the city’s centre, the clinic is renowned for its comprehensive blend of NHS and private dental services, housed - [Purchasing a practice as a first-time buyer](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/07/01/first-time-practice-buyer/) - Dental Accountants Scotland's Victoria Forbes explores the pros and cons of dental practice ownership for first-time buyers, highlighting the potential rewards and challenges - [Introducing Thistle Dental Group](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/07/01/introducing-thistle-dental-group/) - Six practices, three referral centres, a high-tech dental laboratory and a soon-to-be launched dental academy - [July 2024](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/07/01/july-2024/) - In this issue: Ancient teeth reveal secrets, New perio disease management, World endodontic congress preview and much more - [Dry mouth – the importance of the dental team](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/06/26/oralieve-dry-mouth-survey/) - The results of the Oralieve Dry Mouth Survey 2024 are in, and the role of the dental team in the diagnosis and management of dry mouth is clear! Now in its third year, the Oralieve Dry Mouth Survey, the most comprehensive survey of its kind, questioned approximately 1000 dry mouth sufferers to understand the affect - [At the forefront of contemporary orthodontics](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/07/01/contemporary-orthodontics/) - Park Orthodontics in Glasgow offers NHS and private orthodontic treatments for all ages. They use advanced techniques and prioritise early intervention for better outcomes - [Time to broaden our horizons](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/07/01/time-to-broaden-our-horizons/) - The proposal for registration of overseas-qualified dentists is a step in the right direction but does not go far enough, writes Louise Crichton - [Why choose a dental accountant?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/07/01/choose-a-dental-accountant/) - EQ Chartered Accountants highlights the importance of a dental accountant for your practice. They offer specialised support, navigating complexities and maximising your potential. From buying or selling to daily operations, a dental accountant empowers your practice to thrive - [10 top tips for your dental practice search](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/07/01/top-tips-for-practice-search/) - Finding a dental practice requires strategic thinking and attention to detail, writes Samantha Hodgson - [Not quite ready to sell your practice?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/07/01/not-ready-to-sell/) - Christie & Co's Joel Mannix covers what you can do to prepare today - [Introduce dental or hygiene-only plans with expert support](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/07/01/dental-or-hygiene-only-plans/) - Patient Plan Direct can help you introduce a solution that can produce a monthly income for your practice while supporting your patients in attending appointments at the right frequency for them. - [Selling the practice?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/07/01/selling-the-practice-june-2024/) - One of the key issues, when selling the practice, centres on how best to plan tax liability, writes Jayne Clifford in an update to her February 2024 article. - [Scottish dental group commits to NHS patients](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/06/26/scottish-dental-group-commits-to-nhs-patients/) - Clyde Munro is welcoming NHS registrations across the country for up to 12,000 new patients throughout 2024 - [Silence is golden](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/07/01/silence-is-golden/) - The lack of outcry over the reform of NHS dentistry in Scotland suggests that, possibly, it is on the right track - [An inexorable path](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/07/01/an-inexorable-path/) - Insider: Without clear leadership, workforce improvement and incentives to invest, the political posturing will come to nothing – and NHS dentistry will fail - [Working together – for you and your patients  ](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/07/01/working-together/) - This month's practice spotlight looks at the services and support the Scottish Centre for Excellence in Dentistry can offer patients and referring practitioners - [New measure of oral health in development](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/06/27/new-measure-oral-health/) - Scotland develops new oral health measure to track patient trends and support investment in NHS dentistry - [Wellbeing Conference details announced](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/06/27/wellbeing-conference-details-announced/) - Two-day wellbeing event features a wide range of speakers and a fundraising dinner - [Increased profitability ‘across the board’](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/06/26/increased-profitability-across-the-board/) - NASDAL publishes annual Scottish benchmarking statistics - [Award entry invite for dental therapists](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/06/26/award-invite-for-dental-therapists/) - CGDent-GC Award expands to include Dental Therapists in recognition of their clinical skills and patient care. Starting September, therapists in training can compete for a fully-funded composite layering course. - [Celebrating 50 years](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/06/26/celebrating-50-years/) - Friends, colleagues and patients of practice manager Anne Louise Fegan have been celebrating her remarkable achievement: 50 years in NHS dental practice - [Global experts urge control of gingivitis](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/07/01/global-experts-urge-control-of-gingivitis/) - Oral antiseptics and their role are highlighted as allies in the prevention of periodontal diseases - [Canine guidance: introducing pet therapy](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/07/01/introducing-pet-therapy/) - Last month, Forfar Dental incorporated trained therapy dogs into the practice to enhance patient experience and reduce dental anxiety - [Reaching new heights!](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/07/01/reaching-new-heights/) - More than 60 lectures and workshops around a packed exhibition floor – the Scottish Dental Show 2024 was the best yet - [A thrilling journey](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/06/17/second-vr-haptic-thinkers-meetup/) - Global VR-haptic education meeting co-organised by the VR-Haptic Thinkers Team at the University of Eastern Finland! I visited the University of Utah, Salt Lake City, for the first time in my life this summer, and I can hardly believe it took me an entire 26 hours to get there! But make it I did, to - [An unrivalled opportunity to advance your career](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/06/10/implant-dentistry-diploma-cohort-two/) - The Centre for Implant Dentistry has opened enrolment for Cohort 2 of its Level 7 Diploma Course in Implant Dentistry running from 7 October 2024 to 9 June 2025. The diploma is approved by EduQual, the regulated awarding body approved by SQA-Accreditation. It comprises five units over eight months, including two fully-mentored cases with continued - [Reader survey confirms a shift from NHS to purely private practice](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/05/27/reader-survey-confirms-shift-to-private-practise/) - A lack of access to NHS dentistry in Scotland is forcing many to seek treatment privately, despite the expense, a survey of readers of The Herald has revealed. Some have been removed from a practice’s list because a dentist has left, or their practice has gone 100% private, and they have been unable to register - [Royal College honours leading dentist for work in Malawi](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/05/24/jeremy-bagg-honorary-fellow/) - A Glasgow academic who helped to establish Malawi’s first dental school has been made an Honorary Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow. Jeremy Bagg OBE, Emeritus Professor at the University of Glasgow and the Royal College’s former Director of Global Health, was recognised for his work with the University of - [Henry Schein One UK recognised in Sunday Times ‘Best Places to Work’ survey](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/05/20/henry-schein-best-places-to-work/) - For the second successive year, Henry Schein One UK, one of the UK’s leading dental practice management software companies, renowned for its Software of Excellence and Dentally brands, has been listed as one of the UK’s top employers (for businesses with between 50 and 249 employees), in The Sunday Times ‘Best Places to Work 2024’. - [Stretching boundaries ...](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/05/20/stretching-boundaries/) - Through the use of lifelike haptic reinforced virtual reality-based simulations and real-life handpiece tools, the latest VR-Haptic devices empower oral health care educators and transform health care education and, say experts in the field, among all of the industries developing VR-haptic solutions, oral healthcare could be one of the disciplines to experience the most beneficial - [Professor John Gibson named as recipient of first CGDent President's Award.](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/05/16/professor-john-gibson-cgdent-award/) - The College of General Dentistry (CGDent) has awarded the President’s Award to Professor John Gibson, founder and CEO of The Canmore Trust. The award, announced during Mental Health Awareness Week and the first of its type to made by the College since it opened in 2021, has been bestowed on Professor Gibson to honour his work - [Glasgow Study Day speakers announced by CGDent](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/05/13/glasgow-study-day-2024-speakers/) - The College of General Dentistry (CGDent) has announced Dr Andrew Chandrapal FCGDent, Dr Catherine Rutland FCGDent and Dr Wendy Thompson FCGDent as the speakers at its 2024 study day in Glasgow. Organised by CGDent Scotland, the event will take place at Glasgow Science Centre on 6 December. Dr Chandrapal will give a lecture over two sessions - [Visions for dentistry set out at conference of Scottish LDCs](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/04/26/scottish-ldc-conference-2024/) - Anas Sarwar, the Leader of Scottish Labour, led a rallying cry for delegates at the 2024 Conference of Scottish LDCs, and promised to listen, learn and take away the expertise of the profession to allow his party to develop a plan for Scottish dentistry. He outlined his concerns for NHS dentistry in Scotland and reflected - [Top dental student receives award at Royal College Diploma Ceremony](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/05/02/dental-elective-award/) - Christy Phee, an undergraduate student at the University of Glasgow, has been presented with a UK Dental Elective Award from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow. The award is given to students who have demonstrated excellence in an elective project or case report in their fourth year of study. Christy’s work focused - [A new source of dental trauma: e-scooters](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/05/02/e-scooter-dental-trauma/) - Electric scooters have introduced an additional source of dental trauma, according to a new study. E-scooters are regarded by the UK's Department of Transport as a key component of its strategy to decarbonise transport and, in 2020, it initiated a series of trials across England to "to understand their environmental impact, safety, and mode shift - [Heads up! The date for the next TCO course](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/04/30/next-tco-course/) - Illona McLay and Kayleigh Robinson are once again getting together to present the most comprehensive TCO course of the year. The course is balanced for new, and about to be, TCOs and also those looking for hints, tips and help to get the most from the role. Cost: £245 incl. Please contact Illona or email: im@illonamclay.co.uk to - [One-in-two British children feel low in confidence due to their smiles](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/04/26/children-low-confidence-smiles/) - New research conducted by dental health brand Aquafresh has exposed the issues with confidence that British children are feeling, due to the societal pressure of having the 'perfect' Hollywood smile. The study has revealed that nearly 1 in 2 children have experienced low confidence because of how their teeth look*. The study, of 2000 parents and children - [Roshni Karia to be next President of the College of General Dentistry](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/04/26/roshni-karia-new-cgdent-president/) - Roshni Karia MCGDent has been appointed as the next President of the College of General Dentistry. Dr Karia is a general dental practitioner in London, with a special interest in periodontology. She has worked as an Associate Dentist in London and in Surrey, providing general dentistry as well as periodontal treatment. Since 2015 she has - [VR-haptic dentistry meet-up programme announced](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/04/26/vr-haptic-programme-announced/) - The programme for the hybrid, free-to-join 2024 VR-Haptic Thinkers Meet-up at the School of Dentistry, University of Utah, on 7 June has been announced. You can access it here. In association with the recently founded VR-Haptic Thinkers network, the one-day, hybrid, free-to-join meet-up on VR-Haptic Dentistry, Pedagogy and Curriculum Evolution aims to explore the transformative - [Ageing academic workforce risks training of oral healthcare students](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/04/22/ageing-academic-workforce/) - The UK's capacity to educate oral healthcare students is at risk because of its ageing academic workforce. Data published by the Dental Schools Council show that a quarter of the clinical academic workforce is now aged 55 or over. Clinical academics (CAs) are health professionals who undertake teaching and research alongside treating patients in the - [MPS partners with FDI to tackle stress in dentistry](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/04/22/tackling-stress/) - The MPS Foundation has partnered with FDI World Dental Federation (FDI) on a project aimed to raise awareness of the importance of managing mental health and develop further resources for oral health professionals. Dental Protection is a part of Medical Protection Society (MPS), which launched the MPS Foundation in 2022. It is a global not-for-profit research - [More than 9m people in the UK have performed a dental procedure on themselves](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/04/19/nine-million-perform-diy-dentistry/) - A fifth (18%) of UK adults - equivalent to 9.4 million people - have performed a dental procedure on themselves1, new research from Canada Life reveals. This comes as 6.5 million (12%) people admit to not having seen a dentist for more than five years, despite NHS guidance recommending individuals visit one every two years2. - [New speakers announced for SDS 2024](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/04/08/new-speakers-announced-for-sds-2024/) - With more than 130 exhibitors and 60-plus educational sessions, the Scottish Dental Show is a must-attend event for the profession The education programme features 60-plus lectures and workshops across the two days presented by 50-plus speakers, covering all eight GDC recommended topics as well as clinical expertise, dental education, wellbeing and sustainability. There are sessions - [Insights from KENVUE's inaugural dental schools meeting](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/04/16/schools-advisory-board-meeting/) - At the end of January 2024, a select group was brought together on the South Bank in London by KENVUE for the inaugural Dental Schools Advisory Board meeting. The overarching aim was to discuss the current evidence base to support oral health recommendations and to find out how KENVUE can best support dental schools and - [Looking to the future at this year's Dentech Conference](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/02/12/looking-to-the-future-at-this-years-dentech-conference/) - Innovation took centre stage at the Forsyth Institute’s 2023 Dentech Conference in Somerville Massachusetts - [Allison joins Patient Plan Direct as Business Development Manager for Scotland](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/04/11/allison-joins-patient-plan-direct/) - Patient Plan Direct (PPD) is pleased to announce Allison Cruickshank’s appointment as the Business Development Manager for Scotland. With more than 15 years of experience in the dental sales industry, Allison brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her new role. She aims to boost Scottish dental practices' finances with cost-effective, practice-branded dental plans. - [Haptic technology: The science of touch](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/02/12/haptic-technologies/) - Integration of virtual reality and haptic technologies into the dental curriculum is gaining momentum - [GDC announces new chief executive](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/04/09/gdc-announces-new-chief-executive/) - The General Dental Council (GDC) has announced that Tom Whiting has been appointed as its new Chief Executive Officer and Registrar and will take up his position in the next three months. Mr Whiting joins from the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) where he is Acting Director General, having been Deputy Director General since - [A realistic way forward](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/04/08/a-realistic-way-forward/) - The Realistic Dentistry Group sets out its purpose, vision and ambitions for a realistic way forward for the profession Do you work with your patients to make shared decisions, or simply advise them what you recommend? Are those new dentures you made actually being worn by the patient? You provide a restoration with good margins - [Make bites brighter](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/04/08/make-bites-brighter/) - Dentaid’s BrightBites is an oral health education scheme that delivers a lively, interactive presentation I live on the Isle of Arran with my husband and three children. Two years ago, we took over a practice; Arran Dental Care. Last year, we had an event on the island called The Magic Dentist to support children’s oral - [April 2024](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/04/08/march-2024/) - In this issue: New perio disease guidance, Dental Show preview, Addressing health inequalities, Introducing Realistic Dentistry and much more - [Six months? A year?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/04/08/six-months-a-year/) - In the case of NHS dental reform, its check-up will come at six months – at the Scottish Dental Show Six months? A year? Or, specifically, according to the oral health of the individual? The question of how often people should attend a check-up at their dentist is not new. In the seventies and eighties, - [Does NHS dentistry have a future?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/04/08/does-nhs-dentistry-have-a-future/) - We need to train more dentists in Scotland; this will drive greater supply for patients, improve access and reduce the ability of dentists to force patients into private care Rhetoric is strong at the moment. Broken Britain, broken NHS, broken NHS dentistry. The BDA is the most active I think I’ve ever seen in my - [Do you need a co-pilot in your surgery?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/03/26/co-pilot/) - The aviation industry has the best safety record of all forms of transport. This is maintained by meticulous checking and attention to detail. By borrowing a few techniques from flying, dental practices can improve the efficiency of their examinations, save time and increase treatment uptake. One of the best ideas I have heard in a - [Christie & Co appoints Joel Mannix as its new Head of Dental](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/03/25/joel-mannix-head-of-dental/) - Specialist business property adviser Christie & Co has promoted Joel Mannix to the position of Head of Dental for the UK. Originally from rural Australia, Joel relocated to Scotland in 2013 and started a career at Christie & Co in 2018. Since then, Joel has sold practices across the length and breadth of Scotland and - [Eschmann supporting Andy's Man Club for 2024](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/04/03/eschmann-supporting-andys-man-club/) - Eschmann is proud to support ANDYSMANCLUB as its charity of the year for 2024. This is a charity dedicated to preventing suicide among men. It provides invaluable support to men experiencing mental health challenges, with judgement-free, peer-to-peer support groups held across the UK and online. In encouraging people to talk and find solace in others - [Update on the role of antiseptics in oral hygiene](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/04/03/antiseptics-guidance/) - Recommendations on the use of antiseptics in oral hygiene and the prevention of periodontitis will be presented at an international summit in Madrid this week. The latest scientific and clinical evidence, systematic reviews of studies, and reference guides for dental professionals all support the efficacy and value of antiseptics as a complement to daily oral - [Patients may be dying because watchdog is not approving dental antibiotics](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/04/02/prescribing-antibiotic-prophylaxis/) - Patients with heart problems are dying needlessly every year because they are not being given antibiotics when they visit the dentist, doctors have said. Almost 400,000 people in the UK are at high risk of developing life-threatening infective endocarditis any time they have dental treatment, they said. The condition kills 30 per cent of sufferers within a - [Dental clinic to add up to 2,000 patients following expansion](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/03/19/barrhead-dental-expansion/) - Scottish Dental Care is close to completing work on a third surgery at its recently acquired Barrhead Dental Clinic. It will allow the clinic to accept an additional 1,500 to 2,000 patients, taking its capacity to 5,000. The practice is also looking to recruit a dentist and a hygienist. Co-founder Christopher Friel, said: "Expanding Barrhead - [Dr Stephen Jacobs 1963-2024](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/03/13/stephen-jacobs-tribute/) - The late Dr Stephen Jacobs was widely regarded as one of the foremost implant surgeons in the country. Qualifying from the University of Birmingham in 1985, he went into general dental practice in London, moving to Glasgow in 1990. Beginning with a simple request from one patient, he started a career in implant dentistry in - [GDC publishes update on improving the Fitness to Practise process](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/03/27/gdc-update-ftp-process/) - The General Dental Council (GDC) has provides an update on work underway to address concerns about the level of detail that is put into the public domain regarding serious concerns considered by an Interim Orders Committee (IOC), to report data about the cause of death of registrants with an active fitness to practise (FtP) case - [NSK Ikigai workshops at the Scottish Dental Show 2024](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/03/26/nsk-ikigai-workshops-sds-2024/) - The Scottish Dental Show is set to host an engaging series of hands-on workshops over the two days, hosted by NSK Ikigai. This comprehensive programme delves into crucial topics designed to enhance dental hygiene practices and patient care. The workshops will spotlight techniques in piezon scaling, discussing the approach to dental biofilm and calculus removal. Attendees - [Seal of approval](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/03/26/coltene-obturation-feature/) - Obturation, the process of sealing the cleaned root canal system, is vital for long-term treatment success. Studies show that one of the key factors to significantly improve the outcome of primary root canal treatment is the presence of a root filling with no voids.[i] Indeed, inadequate root filling is a primary cause of treatment failure[ii] - [From VT to associate – supported development with Clyde Munro](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/03/25/clyde-munro-supported-development/) - It doesn’t matter how long you have been working in dentistry, what you have achieved so far or what your career aspirations are, Clyde Munro offers supported development opportunities for you. In fact, we are proud to provide a comprehensive pathway for all our dentists, with on-going education and training taking clinicians from VT to - [Selling the practice?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/02/26/selling-the-practice/) - In our experience it is never too early to consider financial planning and while ‘younger’ principals may not place this at the top of the agenda right now, the reality is that planning at an early stage can be structured to help with current tax liabilities as well as those on retirement or sale. Don’t - [Third of NHS patients miss check-up](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/03/24/patients-miss-check-up/) - More than a third of patients registered with an NHS dentist went without a check-up or treatment for three years, according to data. Figures obtained by the Scottish Liberal Democrats using freedom of information (FOI) laws also show almost a quarter of the 5.16 million people registered last September had not seen an NHS dentist - [Police investigate ‘deliberate’ fire started at Glasgow Dental School and Hospital](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/03/21/glasgow-dental-school-fire/) - Firefighters were alerted to a blaze at the Glasgow Dental School and Hospital building in the early hours of this morning. Police said that it appeared to have been started deliberately. Four fire crews and multiple police officers converged on the scene just after 1am after an alarm went off inside a multi-storey building. A - [College to elect Council members from across the dental team](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/03/12/cgdent-elects-across-dental-team/) - The College of General Dentistry (CGDent) is expanding its elected national representation to encompass the whole dental team. Elections are held each year for a number of seats on the College’s Council, and this year, for the first time, four role-based seats will be elected: one each representing dentists; dental hygienists and dental therapists; dental nurses - [Associate profits up by almost 7 per cent, according to NASDAL benchmarking](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/03/21/associate-profits-nasdal-benchmarking/) - The National Association of Specialist Dental Accountants and Lawyers (NASDAL) has published their annual Benchmarking Report for the financial period, 2022-23. The figures show that: Average Associate remuneration is up for the second year in a row from £75,488 to £80,554 - a 6.71 per cent increase A small increase in typical practice profits but - [Take part in a survey on athlete oral health](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/03/20/athlete-oral-health-survey/) - Did you know that dental disease risk appears to be increased among elite-level athletes and that poor oral health directly impacts on sports performance? The University of the West of Scotland carrying out a research study, looking at the advice and preventative care provided by dentists, dental hygiene therapists and dental hygienists to patients involved - [DDU highlights helpline for dental professionals](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/03/20/ddu-confidental-support/) - The Dental Defence Union (DDU) has today showcased the work of one of its members, John Lewis, trustee of the charity ConfiDental, a confidential signposting helpline available to dental professionals. In the latest edition of the DDU journal, John, who is also a practice owner and CQC adviser, describes how professional isolation is a barrier to good - [Bone gel and papillae tunnelling for isolated intrabony defects](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/04/12/clinical-sdm-april-2024/) - INTRODUCTION Periodontitis is an inflammatory disease that leads to progressive loss of periodontal tissue characterised by radiographic bone loss or clinical attachment loss (CAL) as measured by probing (Papapanou et al., 2018). Adequate treatment involves a stepwise approach depending on the stage of disease, primarily aimed at reducing the amount of supra- and subgingival plaque, calculus - [Award launched for young VR-Haptic thinkers](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/03/14/young-vr-haptic-thinkers-award/) - A Best VR-Haptic Practice-Based Award for young VR-Haptic thinkers has been launched - [General Dental Council publishes dental workforce pattern data](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/03/13/gdc-publishes-workforce-data/) - The General Dental Council (GDC) has today published data about the working patterns of dentists. It follows the regulator’s commitment last year to "play its part in supporting the sector to better understand workforce challenges and illuminate the public debate on the dental workforce". The GDC’s research has already shown that the dental workforce - [Scotland's National Clinical Director to leave post next month](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/03/12/scotlands-national-clinical-director-to-leave-post-next-month/) - Professor Jason Leitch will leave his role as National Clinical Director at the end of April, the Scottish Government has announced. A statement said that "arrangements for the post will be set out in due course." Jason Leitch has worked for the Scottish Government since 2007 and was appointed as National Clinical Director in the Health and Social Care Directorate - [Certificate in Orthodontics for General Practice](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/03/12/certificate-orthodontics-general-practice/) - A Scotland-based Certificate in Orthodontics for General Practice ( EduQual Level 7 ) was launched by Identiti to start in April 2024. After successfully selling out the course by January 2024 and with several enquiries they will now be running a second cohort to start at the end of August 2024. This will follow on in 2025 with the 6 day - [Align Technology to host Invisalign Live 2024 for Orthodontists and General Dentists](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/03/08/invisalign-live-summit-2024/) - Align Technology is bringing together UK and Irish Orthodontists, General Dentists, Orthodontic and Dental Therapists and Hygienists, for Invisalign Live 2024 on 7-8 June 2024 in London. The event will give participants the opportunity to consider their work from a comprehensive perspective. Align advocates for a holistic treatment approach and supports the collaboration between Orthodontists - [New method to test for oral cancer](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/03/06/new-test-for-oral-cancer/) - A team of researchers has discovered a noninvasive, low-cost test to detect oral cancer, monitor precancerous lesions and determine when a biopsy is warranted. Their findings, published in the journal Cell Reports Medicine, are based on a scoring system linked to the levels of two proteins in cells brushed from suspicious oral lesions of patients - [General Dental Council agrees new rules and fees for international registration](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/03/06/gdc-agrees-new-international-registration-rules/) - The General Dental Council (GDC) has agreed new rules for the registration of internationally-qualified dentists and dental care professionals, and a new application processing fee for overseas-qualified dentists who want to sit the Overseas Registration Exam (ORE). The application processing fee has been set, in line with the regulator's fees policy, at a level that - [Pledge your support for vital dental care in the Philippines](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/03/06/pledge-your-support/) - A University of Dundee dental student will be spending four weeks volunteering in Roxas City in the Philippines this summer. Emma Copley, a fourth year student, will be part of a team of dental students and dentists providing vital dental care to children and adults in local communities. She will be working in a hospital, - [Community announces a new union for dental nurses](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/03/08/community-dental-nurses-union/) - In the midst of a crisis within the UK’s dental sector, Community has announced that it will be creating a dental nurses’ section of its union. Community, which represents workers across a range of different sectors, will welcome dental nurses into its ranks at a dentistry convention in Manchester tomorrow. The dental sector has faced - [Could your next career move take to you Scotland?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/02/29/clyde-munro-careers/) - There are many benefits to living in Scotland. Not least of these are the stunning scenery and great outdoor pursuits, a vibrant culture, fascinating history, excellent education and healthcare, lower cost of living than other areas of the UK and a booming economy. Clyde Munro also offers an array of benefits for all members of - [Restricting promotion of food and drink high in sugar](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/02/27/high-sugar-food-consultation/) - The public is being asked for views on proposals to restrict the promotion of food and drink high in fat, sugar and salt. The consultation, which will run for 12 weeks until 21 May, will outline the detail of proposed regulations aimed at creating a food environment which better supports healthier choices. Proposals include restricting - [Wellbeing through dissolvable innovation](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/02/09/wellbeing-through-dissolvable-innovation/) - BSOLVE Dental was established in 2003 with an ambition to bring innovation to the use of thin dissolving films (TDF) and meet customer needs – helping them look better, feel better and live better. The Scottish company is now one of Europe’s largest TDF manufacturers and its strips are used in a wide range of - [SNP can’t pretend it’s 'mission accomplished' on NHS dentistry, says the BDA](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/02/21/parliament-debates-nhs-dentistry/) - The British Dental Association has said there can be no complacency from the Scottish Government on the crisis in NHS dentistry, following today’s debate in the Scottish Parliament, in which MSPs raised the case of a single mother going without food to pay for care, with others travelling hundreds of miles for access or embarking - [Dentists back Holyrood putting ‘DIY dentistry’ under the spotlight](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/02/21/diy-dentistry-debated/) - The Scottish Government has been accused of the “excruciating neglect” of dentistry. Willie Rennie, the Liberal Democrat MSP, who made the accusation and who will be leading a debate in Parliament today, said he knew of people who have travelled to India for dental care and others who have performed 'DIY dentistry' with tools purchased - [Government plans to boost dental workforce by cutting red tape](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/02/20/dental-recovery-plan/) - Patients are set to benefit from plans to boost the dentistry workforce by cutting red tape and making it quicker and easier for dentists from overseas to work in the UK. Under current rules, highly skilled dentists who qualified overseas and are attempting to register to practise in the UK are required to pass exams - [New guidance published on preventing and treating periodontal diseases](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/02/15/preventing-treating-periodontal-diseases/) - Most people in the UK at some point experience periodontal diseases in the form of gingivitis or, more seriously, periodontitis. In newly updated clinical guidance published today, NHS Education for Scotland’s (NES) Scottish Dental Clinical Effectiveness Programme (SDCEP) brings together the latest advice on periodontal disease classification and treatment within one digital resource. The second - [DDU advises dental professionals to speak up about inappropriate patient behaviour](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/02/13/inappropriate-patient-behaviour/) - Dental professionals are being reminded to speak up about inappropriate patient advances by the Dental Defence Union (DDU). The DDU issued the advice after several dental professionals reported receiving inappropriate gifts from patients, including Valentines flowers and cards. A DDU survey on receiving gifts from patients found one in ten (11 per cent) of the members who - [Join the University of Utah's VR-haptic dentistry meet-up](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/02/12/vr-haptic-dentistry-meet-up/) - Join the University of Utah's VR-Haptic Thinkers event online or in-person to meet colleagues, learn and develop in this growing area of dentistry. - [An incredible journey](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/12/08/incredible-journey/) - December saw the launch of author Phil Vasili’s book about Edward Tull-Warnock, thought to be Britain’s first qualified Black dentist. The Life and Histories of Edward Tull-Warnock (1886-1950), published by Rymour Books, is the incredible story of a boy from a plantation slavery family who became an NHS dentist and noted sportsman. A member of - [February 2024](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/02/12/february-2024/) - In the February 2024 issue: Payment reform; Government challenged; Wellbeing worse; Safeguarding Act delay; Oral cancer surge; Workforce planning and much more. - [How can dentistry retain its nurses?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/02/12/how-can-dentistry-retain-its-nurses/) - A recent survey looks into nursing retention issues in the profession, and possible solutions to keeping experienced knowledgable members of the practice team - [Challenges and opportunities](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/02/12/challenges-and-opportunities/) - The impact of NHS payment reform will become clear in the coming months - [The year ahead](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/02/12/the-year-ahead/) - Things are forever changing, hopefully for the better, but changing nonetheless - [Glasgow to host hypnosis congress](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/02/12/glasgow-to-host-hypnosis-congress/) - Aim is to create fresh enthusiasm for hypnosis in the next generation of healthcare professionals - [Dental practice carbon footprint increasing](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/02/12/dental-practice-carbon-footprint-increasing/) - What is the carbon footprint of a dental practice? A new study seeks to find out - [Preventative tech launched in the US by Scottish firm](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/02/12/preventative-tech-launched-in-the-us-by-scottish-firm/) - Scottish firm Calcivis launches new bioluminescent imaging system in the United States - [Mouth cancer: Students want us to be alert](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/02/12/mouth-cancer-students-want-us-to-be-alert/) - Dundee dental students got together with mouth cancer charity, Let's Talk About Mouth Cancer, last week for a fundraising event to raise awareness of the condition. - [The Scottish Dental Show 2024: See you there!](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/02/12/scottish-dental-show-2024/) - The Scottish Dental Show is back on 31 May – 1 June with a bustling exhibition floor and a world-class education programme - [New dental diploma exams launch](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/02/12/new-dental-diploma-exams-launch/) - RCSEd initiative set to enhance career pathway for GDPs in the UK and across the globe - [Reflections on dentistry in the army](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/02/12/reflections-dentistry-army/) - The second of two articles on healthcare in the military - [EA4SD's high performance Conference](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/02/12/high-performance/) - EA4SD's conference in Edinburgh was a unique opportunity to gain insights from leading presenters - [Demand for practices remains good](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/02/12/demand-for-practices-remains-good/) - Martyn Bradshaw, of leading sales agency PFM Dental, on how increased borrowing costs have impacted dental practice values and how this will affect demand for practices in 2024 - [Survival of the fittest](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/02/12/survival-of-the-fittest/) - Victoria Forbes, director at Dental Accountants Scotland, discusses AI in practice management… Is it really survival of the fittest - [Dental practice sales](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/02/12/dental-practice-sales/) - Five simple steps to achieving a successful practice sale, by Kim Campbell - [The VAT implications of facial aesthetics](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/02/12/the-vat-implications-of-facial-aesthetics/) - It is crucial that practices and associates correctly differentiate between exempt and standard rated treatments for VAT implications - [The 2023 Scottish dental market in review](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/02/12/the-2023-scottish-dental-market-in-review/) - What will the practice sales be like in 2024, Christie & Co's Joel Mannix gives us a brief analysis of last year's Scottish dental market - [College publishes members' postgraduate qualifications](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/02/08/college-publishes-qualifications/) - The College of General Dentistry’s online Member Register, a public record of each current member’s membership number and grade, can now also display their postgraduate qualifications and awards. The new functionality has been developed following interest from College members, who can now display their educational and career achieve-ments alongside their membership. The register displays only - [Eating leafy greens could be better for oral health than using mouthwash](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/02/02/leafy-greens/) - More than half the adult population in the UK and US have gum disease. Typical treatments include mouthwash and in severe cases, antibiotics. These treatments have side effects, such as dry mouth, the development of antimicrobial resistance and increased blood pressure. But research has indicated that a molecule called nitrate, which is found in leafy green vegetables, has fewer side effects and offers greater - [Glasgow dental practice changes hands for first time since 1998](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/02/01/anniesland-cross-dental/) - Specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co, has announced the sale of Anniesland Cross Dental located in Glasgow’s West End. Established more than 70 years ago, Anniesland Cross Dental is a successful, mixed-income dental practice with one fully equipped surgery and circa 3,300 registered patients. The practice has been owned by Jason Fisher since 1998 - [World Endodontic Congress 2024 to take place in Glasgow](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/02/01/world-endodontic-congress-glasgow/) - The International Federation of Endodontic Associations’ 2024 World Endodontic Congress will take place in Glasgow from 11 to 14 September at the Scottish Event Campus. The congress is being organised by the British Endodontic Society (BES), and is expected to attract 3,000 attendees. The event, which is held biennially and is marking its 14th anniversary this year, - [A question of treatment, management and prevention at IFEA 24](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/01/31/treatment-management-prevention-ifea24/) - Ove Peters, Professor of Endodontics at the University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia, is set to present two sessions at the IFEA World Endodontic Congress in September. Here he gives us an insight into what we can expect from his presentations: I have been in Australia for around three and a half years. My basic training - [Clyde Munro – supporting career development for dental therapists](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/01/31/clyde-munro-supporting-career-development/) - Clyde Munro understands what it takes to achieve successful career development as a dental therapist, which is why it offers a dedicated educational programme for individuals joining Scotland’s leading dental group. The year-long initiative builds dental therapists’ existing skills, helping them work confidently within their full scope of practice for exceptional patient care. It puts - [Dental practices recognised with green award](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/01/30/green-impact-dentistry-awards/) - More than 180 dental practices across the UK have been working on improving their sustainability through the Green Impact Dentistry programme, with 17 practices being recognised with an award in the first year. Green Impact is an award-winning programme which supports organisations to reduce their negative impacts and improve their sustainability. It runs across many - [Innovations with Impact on the History of Dentistry](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/01/23/innovations-with-impact/) - The Henry Noble History of Dentistry Research Group Presents The Menzies Campbell Memorial Lecture: 'Innovations with Impact on the History of Dentistry', with Professor Sir Nairn Wilson and Dr Margaret Wilson. When: 7pm Thursday 29 February 2024Where: Lecture Theatre 2, Glasgow Dental Hospital and SchoolCost: Free To Attend, however, booking is essential. Learning Objectives Understanding - [Nitrous oxide scavenging in the 21st Century](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2011/02/09/nitrous_oxide/) - Janet Pickles of RA Medical Services looks at the basic requirements that need to be adhered to when employing inhalation sedation in a modern dental practice - [Dental access crisis has a body count, says the BDA, and a rescue plan is needed](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/01/20/dental-access-crisis/) - The British Dental Association has responded to reports in the Daily Mirror of a surge in deaths from dental sepsis, fuelled by ongoing access problems. One clinician in the North of England reportedly described their local hospital as “like a battlefield” given the volume of dental sepsis cases. These cases are normally rare, and result from - [Government failure on amalgam ban could break NHS dentistry](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/01/17/government-failure-on-amalgam/) - The British Dental Association has warned the European Parliament’s vote today to ban dental amalgam from 1 January 2025, will "send shockwaves across the UK’s already struggling dental services". Silver amalgam is the most common material for NHS permanent fillings across the UK. Fillings represent around a quarter of all courses of NHS treatment delivered in - [New Employers Procedures templates to be published](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/01/17/new-employers-procedures-templates/) - A new set of templates for Employers Procedures (EPs) specifically created for dental practices in Scotland will be published on scottishdental.org later this month The portfolio of newly reviewed and updated document templates and supporting material have been created collaboratively with, and enjoys the support of, the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulation regulator in Scotland. - [A conceptual review on reconstructive peri-implantitis therapy: challenges and opportunities](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/01/17/reconstructive-periimplantitis-therapy/) - Introduction Oral implants are a widespread solution for restoring oral function and aesthetics, with a growing number of patients receiving at least one implant; however, while the overall outcomes are promising, a significant subset of implants, estimated to be between 10% and 20%, experience peri-implantitis, a destructive inflammatory process affecting both soft and hard tissues - [Number of registered UK dentists increases following recent renewal](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/01/15/dentist-numbers-increases/) - The number of dentists on the UK Register, following the recent annual renewal period, has increased compared with recent years. On the morning after removals, there were 44,209 dentists on the Register; a 2.5 per cent increase compared with last year, with 1,079 more dentists on the register. This year, 1,003 dentists did not renew - [Dental practice owners are increasingly positive in their outlook, according to new report](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/01/11/practice-owners-increasingly-positive/) - Specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co, has today launched its Business Outlook 2024 report which reflects on the themes, activity and challenges of 2023 and forecasts what 2024 might bring across the industries in which Christie & Co operates in, including in the dental sector. Overview The dental industry, like many sectors, has faced - [Risk to pipeline of dentists due to trainee pay disparity, say experts](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/01/08/dentists-pay-disparity/) - The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh’s Faculty of Dental Surgery has highlighted pay gap disparities among trainees. Faculty leaders say the wage gap is discouraging professionals from pursuing crucial roles in dental care and contributing to low morale among aspiring dentists, ultimately putting the future of dentistry at risk and affecting patient access to essential treatment. - [Christie & Co appoints new managing director of its medical division](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/01/08/paul-graham-appointed-md-medical/) - Specialist business property adviser Christie & Co, has promoted Paul Graham to the position of Managing Director – Medical. Paul joined Christie & Co’s Corporate Medical team in 2014. He was made Director in 2017 and was later appointed as Head of Dental in the UK, leading an expanding multi-disciplinary team of agents and advisors - [European Aligner Society makes significant announcements ahead of 5th Congress in Valencia](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2024/01/08/european-aligner-society-congress/) - The European Aligner Society (EAS) has made a number of significant announcements ahead of its 5th Congress which takes place in Valencia, Spain between 29 February and 2 March. The Congress has already registered more than 1,000 delegates from 69 countries, its largest number to date, who have been attracted by the comprehensive three-day programme about - [Changes to rules for international registrants following consultation](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/12/20/international-registrants-rules-changes/) - The General Dental Council (GDC) has announced that changes to the rules for the registration of internationally qualified dental professionals will come into effect on 9 March 2024. The rules are being introduced following a consultation on routes to registration for internationallyqualified dentists and dental care professionals held earlier this year. Making sure that the - [Scottish Centre for Excellence in Dentistry: Meet Fadi](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/12/08/fadi-al-silwadi-sced/) - I got into dentistry after completing a degree in international management because I wanted to be in a position to make a direct positive difference in people’s lives. I studied dentistry in the UAE and practised for two years after qualifying, before moving to the UK in 2011. Since moving to the UK, I specialised - [PG Cert Ortho is launching in Scotland](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/11/06/pg-cert-ortho-launching-in-scotland/) - A Post Graduate certificate in Orthodontics for General Practice will launch in 2024 run by Specialist Orthodontists Andrew MacGregor and Rob Slater for identiti - [NHS dentistry is gone for good without radical action, think tank warns](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/12/19/nhs-dentistry-radical-action-needed/) - Decades of policy neglect have left the future of NHS dental care hanging in the balance, with the result that universal NHS dentistry has most likely “gone for good”, experts have warned. The Nuffield Trust concludes that the service is at its most perilous point in its 75-year history and radical action will be needed to - [GDC fails to meet standards for the timely resolution of registration and fitness to practise cases](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/12/15/gdc-fails-to-meet-standards/) - The Professional Standards Authority (PSA) has today published its report on the General Dental Council's (GDC) performance for the period 2022/23, which concluded it met 16 of the 18 Standards of Good Regulation. There was positive recognition for the GDC’s engagement with stakeholders and response to the backlog of applications from overseas dental professionals. The - [Smile Direct Club shuts down](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/12/11/smile-direct-club-shuts-down/) - Smile Direct Club has shut down months after filing for bankruptcy in the US, leaving customers confused and stranded. Best known for selling clear aligners remotely, the firm said it had made the "incredibly difficult decision" to wind down operations late on Friday. The US-based dentistry company was offering aligners for about £1,800 without the - [Premises in a practice sale](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/12/08/premises-in-a-practice-sale/) - When a decision has been made to sell your dental practice, it is worthwhile spending some time tosee what property documentation you have, and which you may require to obtain, as part of the sale process. Having the following documents readily available prior to marketing the practice for sale will help to avoid any delays - [Business as usual?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/11/15/business-as-usual/) - At the time of writing, we have seen the first two weeks of the new SDR in place. Given the huge changes to operations, due to the simplification/reduction of claim codes, the implementation seems to have gone relatively smoothly thus far. The increased fees will provide some much needed cashflow for NHS practices which have - [Reaching new heights](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/12/08/vermilion-expansion/) - "I admire your commitment to patient care and to patient experience, and I admire your role as an important employer in the constituency." Alex Cole-Hamilton, leader of the Liberal Democrats in Scotland and MSP for Edinburgh Western, was speaking about David Offord, Principal of Vermilion – The Smile Experts, at the opening of their second - [Healthcare in the military: a career almost in dentistry](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/12/08/healthcare-in-the-military/) - An insight into healthcare in the military from Major General Ewan Carmichael - [NHS dentistry reform; the start of a journey](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/12/08/start-of-a-journey/) - A major reform of the system of payment for NHS dentistry in Scotland came into effect on1 November. Among the changes are a significant reduction in the number of ‘items of service’ – treatments, procedures and undertakings – from more than 500 to 45. The Scottish Government describes the new system as a ‘high-trust, low - [The Scottish dental business market: an overview](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/12/08/business-market-overview/) - The dental practice sales market in Scotland is currently experiencing a surge in activity, with first-time and independent buyers taking the lead. In fact, 93 per cent of the practices we have sold at Christie & Co this year have been acquired by independent buyers, with half of them being newcomers to the market. This - [Are you paying the right amount of tax?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/12/08/tax-advice/) - If you file late, even by a day, you will be charged penalties, with interest also charged if your payment is late. We always advise that returns are prepared as early as possible to allow for planning of tax liabilities, however if your return is currently still outstanding, here are a few areas to consider, - [Dental clinic to welcome 500 new NHS patients after reopening](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/12/11/cardonald-clinic-expansion/) - MAJOR expansion works have been completed at a long-established Glasgow dental clinic in a bid to meet the rising demand for dental services in the area. Cardonald Dental Clinic reopened its doors on Friday, following an investment of £400,000 by sector leader Scottish Dental Care. Employing 10 team members, the clinic is all set to welcome - [SCED founder celebrates 50 years](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/12/08/celebrating-fifty-years/) - Mr Arshad Ali, founder of the Scottish Centre for Excellence in Dentistry, is celebrating 50 years in dentistry. After five years of study, he qualified with commendation at the University of Glasgow in 1978 and carried out 10 years of postgraduate training in Glasgow, Cardiff, London and Sweden. He was appointed as the first NHS - [A widget might be worth it](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/12/08/oral-cancer-screening/) - At the 2023 Scottish Dental Show a delegate asked Professor Jason Leitch, Scotland’s National Clinical Director, a question about oral cancer. It came during a discussion around the development of a new model of care in Scotland. At that point in time, the Scottish Government was still working on its reform of the system of - [New radiation protection procedures for dental practices to be published](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/12/05/new-radiation-protection-procedures-for-dental-practices-to-be-published/) - A new set of employer procedures to ensure radiation is used safely and appropriately in general dental practices is being published. The documents are the result of a collaboration between Health Improvement Scotland and stakeholder groups including the Scottish Radiation Protection Advisors Group, the Scottish Dental Adviser Group and National Services Scotland and the Chief - [CGDent announces new process for recognition of non-UK postgrad qualifications](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/12/04/cgdent-new-process-recognising-non-uk-postgrad/) - The College of General Dentistry (CGDent) has announced a new process for the consideration of postgraduate qualifications awarded outside the UK in helping determine eligibility for Full Membership, Associate Fellowship and Fellowship. To date, equivalence for qualifications awarded outside the UK has been determined on a case-by-case basis, with the requirements of each award submitted - [Groundless complaints against dentists should be closed down](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/12/01/groundless-complaints-action/) - Healthcare regulators must do more to root out complaints without merit to succeed in restoring faith in healthcare regulation, according to a dental defence organisation. John Makin, Head of the Dental Defence Union (DDU), said that too often he witnessed dedicated dental professionals undergo the stress of a protracted investigation needlessly because of a groundless - [Exceptional decontamination requires excellent equipment](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/11/30/eschmann-decontamination-equipment/) - Eschmann provides a comprehensive portfolio of equipment, consumables and services to help you maintain exceptional decontamination processes. These include the range of Little Sister autoclaves, offering ‘B’ and ‘N’ type cycles with varying capacities and sizes to suit different practice needs. Added features such as real-time recording and automatic data logging ensure efficient and highly - [Validated sanitation](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/11/30/eschmann-washer-disinfectors/) - Eschmann washer disinfectors offer reproducible, validated cleaning and disinfection and are proven to be an effective way to help remove proteins and contaminants from instruments prior to sterilisation. Using a washer disinfector not only saves time, but also helps to minimise the risk of needle stick-injury. The risk of cross infection from manual cleaning is also - [Keeping Scotland smiling](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/11/30/keeping-scotland-smiling/) - Clyde Munro is the largest Scottish dental group, offering exceptional dental care to patients across the country. We are offering some exciting opportunities for dentists looking to progress in their careers and make a change in their lives. We’re looking for new dentists to join the group and help us reach even more communities while - [The challenge](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/12/08/the-challenge-for-nhs-dentistry/) - How do we ensure the new model for primary care NHS dentistry works for the profession? - [New Dental Dean takes office](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/11/07/new-dental-dean-takes-office/) - Professor Grant McIntyre has taken office as the new Dean of the Faculty of Dental Surgery at the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSEd). The role comes at an exciting time as the RCSEd’s Faculty of Dental Surgery recently met all GDC Standards for Examination Providers, as laid out in the Standards for Specialty - [Oral cancer deaths surge](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/11/09/oral-cancer-deaths-surge/) - According to figures obtained by the Oral Health Foundation there has been a 46 per cent rise in oral cancer deaths from figures recorded a decade previously - [NHS Education Scotland announces digital innovation partnership](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/11/13/nes-digital-innovation/) - Enabling the design and delivery of health and social care through digital innovation - [Britain's first black dentist: book launch](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/11/23/edward-tull-warnock/) - The launch of a new book by author Phil Vasili on the life and history of Edward Tull-Warnock will launch at an event on Monday, 4 December - [Quality Improvement cycle updated by the Scottish Government](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/11/27/qi-cycle-update/) - The Scottish Government has published an update to the current current Quality Improvement cycle for NHS dental practices, scheduled to end on on 31 July 2025 - [Replacing NHS income when moving to independent dentistry](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/11/23/replacing-nhs-income/) - One of the biggest concerns when looking to move away from NHS dentistry is how to replace that income. Katrina Rees, from Practice Plan, outlines ways to achieve this - [Dental professionals could be ‘crucial in identifying chronic disease’](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/11/27/gdps-id-chronic-disease/) - New study shows dental professionals make a positive difference to public health by being trained to spot some of the key markers of chronic disease - [Preventative care is inconsistent across the UK, study finds](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/11/30/preventative-care-inconsistent/) - There are "clear discrepancies" in the understanding of preventative care and it is not being offered consistently to patients across the UK, according to research undertaken by healthcare company Haleon and the College of General Dentistry (CGDent). The 'Dental Health Barometer' study, which included a survey of 2,000 consumers and 505 dental health professionals, found that: - [Sugar levy has been effective in reducing tooth decay, according to study](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/11/15/sugar-levy-reduces-tooth-decay/) - Introduction of a sugar tax on soft drinks has led to a reduction in the number of under 18s being admitted to have teeth extracted, according to a new study - [Reform of NHS payments welcomed by Faculty](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/11/01/nhs-reform-welcome/) - Reform of the payment system for NHS dentistry, which comes into effect today, has been welcomed by the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh’s Faculty of Dental Surgery. The former 'item of service' funding model, which emphasised treatment over prevention, is being replaced with a more streamlined approach. This will mean, said the Faculty in a - [Fees for NHS dentists are increased](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/11/01/nhs-fees-increased/) - New payment system 'to expand services' comes into force for NHS Dentists - [GDC seeks workforce insights as part of renewal process](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/11/06/gdc-seeks-workforce-insights/) - As part of an effort to deepen the understanding the dental workforce the General Dental Council (GDC) will be asking dental professionals to share a few details of their working patterns as part of their annual renewal. This additional work pattern data, which will be provided on a voluntary basis, will help to build on - [Support World AMR Awareness Week](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/11/17/amr-awareness-week/) - Understanding antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and the drivers for its development will help healthcare professionals work together to reduce its emergence and spread. It is well documented that the more that antimicrobial agents are used, the more drug resistance will develop. Fourteen national dental organisations have come together to support the World AMR Awareness Week (18-24 - [CBD oil could be used to treat dental pain](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/11/16/cbd-dental-pain/) - Cannabidiol (CBD) – the non-addictive marijuana derivative – has been found to alleviate acute dental pain, according to a study published in the Journal of Dental Research. "The first line of defense for dental pain has always been anti-inflammatory medications like acetaminophen (Tylenol), ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) or naproxen (Aleve)," said lead study author Vanessa Chrepa, - [August 2023](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/08/09/august-2023/) - In this issue: New peri-implant guideline, Hypnosis Society awards, Dental clinical leadership, OurCrown launches, Maternity leave challenge, 30 years in dentistry, Sports dentistry symposium …and much more - [Incentivising dentists to remain in the NHS](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/11/01/incentivising-nhs-dentists/) - From today, a new fee structure comes into effect for NHS dentistry. This update will give dentists greater power to consider patients’ specific oral health needs and provide preventative and periodontal treatment. Our aim with this payment reform is to incentivise dentists to remain in the NHS, and provide longer term sustainability to the dental - [Latest NASDAL survey results - goodwill on the slide?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/11/02/nasdal-goodwill-survey/) - This week has seen the release of the latest statistics from NASDAL (National Association of Specialist Dental Accountants and Lawyers) in its quarterly Goodwill Survey. The survey covers the quarter ending 31 July and includes data on valuations as well as deals completed (i.e., practices bought or sold by NASDAL members’ clients in the period). - [Support that is integral to professional development](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/11/02/clyde-munro-professional-development/) - Dr James Campbell is currently participating in Clyde Munro’s Flying Start Programme, which is designed to provide support, training and guidance for clinicians in their first few years after qualification. Considering the advantages to date, James says: "The Flying Start Programme has been integral to my personal and professional development during this difficult period. "It - [Seminar to be held on implementation of new Determination 1](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/11/01/payment-reform-seminar/) - A seminar on implementation of the new Determination 1 is being hosted by the Greater Glasgow and Clyde Local Dental Committee. "The first phase of dental reform will be the biggest change to NHS general dental services in a generation," said the committee. "This will have major impact on both GDS and within NSS Practitioner - [Mental wellbeing 'is worse now than during the pandemic'](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/11/01/mental-wellbeing-worse/) - More than half of dental professionals in the UK (57%) who took part in a survey say their mental health is worse now than it was during the COVID-19 pandemic. In the Dental Protection survey of more than 1,300 dental professionals in the UK, one in two (50%) are also pessimistic about the future and - [How to practice sustainable dentistry](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/31/sustainable-dentistry/) - The College of General Dentistry has published Sustainability in dentistry: Leading for change, a scoping review on the environmental sustainability of practicing dentistry. It is designed to inform and engage the dental profession, industry and wider oral health and dental care infrastructure With the sub-title Environmentally sustainable dentistry to address the climate crisis, the review is organised - [First Minister challenged on the state of NHS dentistry](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/26/first-minister-challenged/) - Scottish Liberal Democrat leader Alex Cole-Hamilton MSP today challenged the First Minister over forthcoming increases in charges for NHS dentistry. From 1 November, a revised payment system for NHS dental treatment will see prices for patients increase. An adult patient receiving a single surface filling will now pay £12.72, instead of the current £8.80. The - [Dental group recruits experts to further expansion ](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/30/sdc-recruits/) - Scottish Dental Care has appointed two dentists to expand the range of treatments at its clinics in Glasgow and Oban. Dr Graeme Ker, one of the few dentists in the country capable of performing full arch implant therapies, has joined the group as it plans to expand its offer for the service. Graduating top - [GDC's priorities approved for the next three years](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/27/gdc-priorities-approved/) - The General Dental Council’s priorities have been approved by its Council for the next three years, in line with the regulator's Corporate Strategy 2023-2025. In doing so, this has set the budget and Annual Retention Fee (ARF) for 2024 which will be £621 for dentists (a reduction of £69 or 10%) and £96 for dental care - [It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/27/canmore-christmas-evening/) - An evening of jazz and big band music with the essence of Christmas is being held next month. In aid of The Canmore Trust, it is at The Western Club, 32 Royal Exchange Square, in Glasgow on Friday 24 November (dress: black tie). The evening features the Big Smile Band, plus guest singers, and comprises: - [Report shows oral health inequalities persist - but fewer children experience tooth decay](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/24/oral-heal-inequality-persists/) - Decades of progress on children’s dental health risk going into reverse, according to the British Dental Association. The latest report of the National Dental Inspection Programme shows that inequalities between Scotland’s most deprived and most affluent communities are widening. Just 68.1% of P7 children in the tenth most deprived areas were found to be decay free - [First-time buyer snaps up Wishaw dental clinic in two-week deal](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/26/wishaw-dental-sold/) - Specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co, has announced the sale of Wishaw Dental Clinic, a two-surgery, mixed-income practice in North Lanarkshire. In 2017, the practice was acquired by the outgoing Principals, Vipul Pawar and Shivani Singh, who promptly undertook a comprehensive refurbishment of the property. Since then, they have diligently worked to grow the - [GDC announces departure of Chief Executive](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/23/gdc-ceo-steps-down/) - After nearly eight years leading the General Dental Council (GDC), Ian Brack will be stepping down as Chief Executive and Registrar on 6 November. In a statement, the regulator said: "Under his leadership the organisation has changed almost beyond recognition, and Ian Brack is leaving having placed the GDC on a sound financial footing and - [Award-winning Edinburgh practice sold](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2022/02/11/dentext-buys-meadowbank-dental/) - Specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co, has announced the sale of Meadowbank Dental Practice in Edinburgh. With an even mix of NHS and private income, Meadowbank Dental Practice comprises eight surgeries and sits in a converted Grade 3 listed building in an area of the capital which is seeing continued growth and investment, including the development of thousands - [How we are supporting our clients, the Morgan Patterson Group](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/11/eq-accountants-morgan-patterson-group/) - Buying their own dental practice is the ultimate career goal for many dental professionals, with some aspiring to run multiple practices. Whether it’s setting up squat practices, buying into an existing practice or acquiring practices outright, it’s important to have an accountant who can help to navigate the complexities and ensure you are making the - [The Row Dental opens in Edinburgh](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/11/the-row-dental-edinburgh/) - A state-of-the-art dental clinic offering personalised private treatments for cosmetic dentistry in the heart of Edinburgh. - [NHS payment reformed](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/11/nhs-payment-reformed/) - Items of service reduced from 500+ to 45, check-up interval extended from six months to a year – and pay increased by six per cent - [Could annual check-ups boost revenue?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/11/annual-checkup-boost-revenue/) - Move to annual check-up 'could boost revenue by £200k' - [Tech reveals previously undetectable mouth and jaw pressures](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/11/first-alba-modjaw/) - Modjaw uses pioneering Morphodynamics data to capture motion and dynamic occlusion - [Education, examination and engagement](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/11/new-dean-interview/) - The new Dean of the Faculty of Dental Surgery RCSEd sets out his aims while in office - [Misaligned ... who's smiling now?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/11/misaligned-whos-smiling-now/) - Inside the bitter battle between an industry incumbent and a controversial challenger - [Regulation, litigation and NHS dentistry](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/11/regulation-litigation-and-nhs-dentistry/) - In 1956, the General Dental Council (GDC) was introduced as the regulator of dentistry. The GDC comprised a body of dentists voted in by their peers, responsible for overseeing the training of dental students at dental schools and for regulating the profession. In order to practise, dentists had to pay the GDC an annual registration - [If you can't connect the issues ... think connective tissues](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/11/ehlers-danlos-syndrome/) - Understanding Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome can make a difference to patients’ lives – and that of the dental team - [Sports dentistry's european experts meet](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/11/sports-dentistrys-european-experts-meet/) - A look at the career of Sports Dentist John Haughy, ahead of the Clyde Munro sponsored European Association for Sports Dentistry International Symposium - [October 2023](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/11/october-2023/) - In this issue: Fostering women's careers, A new Dean for Edinburgh's Faculty of Dental Surgery. News on the payment reform and more. - [Expanding horizons](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/11/expanding-horizons/) - We look at Specialist Level Oral Surgery in Primary Care, in association with Edinburgh Dental Specialists - [Dental therapist transforms career with support of Clyde Munro](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/18/career-transformation/) - In a testament to dedication, passion, and professional growth, Bronagh Wishart, 27, has successfully transitioned from a dental therapist to a fully qualified dentist, working within Fort William’s M&S Dental Care. Wishart, already a respected and experienced dental professional, was driven by her desire to provide high quality dental care to the local community and a passion for ongoing - [Henry Schein hit by cyber attack](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/17/henry-schein-cyber-attack/) - Henry Schein said today that it had been bit by a cyber attack. The company said its manufacturing and distribution businesses "experienced a cybersecurity incident". But it added that practice management software used by its clients has not been disrupted. It said in a statement: "[We] promptly took precautionary action, including taking certain systems offline - [Christie & Co analyses UK dental sector in latest market report](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/16/christie-co-analyses-uk-dental-sector-in-latest-market-report/) - Specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co, has launched its Dental Market Review 2023 which offers a panoramic view of the UK dental business sector, spotlighting important areas, including sector ownership structures, evolving market dynamics, current pricing patterns, an insightful operational review, and an assessment of the current appetite of banks to lend to the - [Dentists and doctors join forces to improve care ](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/11/dentists-doctors-join-forces/) - Collaboration between oral-health providers and family doctors can improve patients’ treatment wellbeing, and in certain cases even save lives, said the European Federation of Periodontology (EFP). The closer the collaboration between dental and general practitioners, the bigger the improvement in their patients’ treatment standards, particularly in relation to serious chronic conditions such as diabetes, and - [Announcing Practice Pink Campaign Against Cancer](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/11/practice-pink-campaign/) - Henry Schein today announced the annual launch of its Practice Pink® programme, an initiative that has raised more than $1.9 million in the past 17 years to support nonprofit organisations dedicated to cancer research and prevention. Practice Pink is an initiative of Henry Schein Cares, the Company’s global corporate social responsibility programme. Through Practice Pink, - [Early detection in 15 minutes or less](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/11/early-detection/) - All too-often, oral cancer is detected in the late stages. This can make treatment difficult, and heavily impact patients’ quality of life. When detected in stages I and II, the chances of survival are doubled. As such, routine screening for oral cancer is essential and the BeVigilant™ OraFusion™ System from Vigilant Biosciences® produces a simple - [Who's Who 2023-2024](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/09/20/scottish-dental-whos-who/) - Fadi Al-Silwadi After qualifying in dentistry, Fadi specialised in Orthodontics at the Eastman Dental Institute, a world-leading academic centre for postgraduate dentistry and research. He was awarded a Master’s in Clinical Dentistry with Merit by the University College London in 2014. Fadi maintains memberships in General Dentistry and Orthodontics at the Royal College of Surgeons - [New product speeds healing after dental surgery](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/09/new-product-speeds-healing/) - A novel product designed to promote healing after dental surgery was unveiled at the recent Life Sciences Baltics conference. The product has been developed by Lithuanian biotechnology scientists. It has been shown to significantly reduce pain and swelling. When used in combination with traditional post-operative medications, has accelerated healing time by up to 40 per - [Diabetes drug Metformin could treat gum disease](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/10/diabetes-drug-could-treat-gum-disease/) - Will New ways of preventing periodontal disease and potentially reducing the incidence of diabetes and obesity have been found by a team of researchers. The new approach focuses on controlling inflammation and sugar levels in both the mouth and body with a common type 2 diabetes drug, Metformin. Periodontal diseases are strikingly common across the world New ways of preventing periodontal disease and potentially reducing the incidence of diabetes and obesity have been found by a team of researchers. The new approach focuses on controlling inflammation and sugar levels in both the mouth and body with a common type 2 diabetes drug, Metformin. Periodontal diseases are strikingly common across the world - [People may suffer long colds as well as long COVID](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/09/people-may-suffer-long-colds/) - Some people may experience long-term symptoms — or 'long colds'— after acute respiratory infections that test negative for COVID-19, according to researchers. Long COVID is well-recognised, and acute respiratory infections due to other pathogens may also cause long-term symptoms. However, the authors of the new study said that few studies compared post-acute sequelae between SARS-CoV-2 - ['Most original activity' award celebrated by Dentsply Sirona](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/09/28/dentsply-award-celebration/) - Dentsply Sirona has celebrated the success of a comprehensive communication campaign for World Oral Health Day (WOHD) 2023. The campaign slogan 'Be Proud of Your Mouth' garnered global engagement through an array of multi-platform initiatives. Erania Brackett, Senior Vice-President of Orthodontic Aligner Solutions & Customer Experience and Head of Sustainability at Dentsply Sirona, appeared via - [Discovery of dental inflammation mechanism paves way for bone loss therapy](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/06/dental-inflammation-study/) - Researchers have made discoveries about the mechanisms involved in dental pulp inflammation and root apex damage that pave the way for a search for medications that can be used to inhibit the bone loss due to endodontic infection. The key element in the mechanisms is tumor necrosis factor-α receptor-1 (TNFR1), which becomes pro-inflammatory on binding - [Practices seek reassurance on how to support staff with menopause](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/05/practices-seek-reassurance-on-how-to-support-staff-with-menopause/) - A recent legal judgement in which an employee was awarded £65,000 compensation after an employer failed to make reasonable adjustments when her role was affected by menopause symptoms, illustrates the importance for dental practices of having a menopause policy in place for staff. The warning comes from Dental Defence Union (DDU) HR partner Peninsula, which - [Prevention agenda: UK Government must 'show ambition'](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/04/prevention-agenda-ambition/) - Following plans for a phased ban on tobacco, the British Dental Association (BDA) says the UK Government must now show the same ambition across public health "given consistent failure to grasp the nettle on prevention in the face of deep and widening inequality". The Prime Minister has proposed annual rises in the legal age for - [Claire Rooney appointed orthodontic group president](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/04/ortho-group-president/) - Claire Rooney has been appointed President of the Orthodontic National Group. Claire is a hospital Consultant and GDC registered Specialist in Orthodontics. Since 2013, she has exclusively practised orthodontics and undertook her orthodontic training at the University of Leeds where she was awarded an MSc in Research and Membership in Orthodontics from the Royal College - [Dentists' benevolent fund seeks trustees](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/04/dentists-benevolent-fund-seeks-trustees/) - The BDA Benevolent Fund is seeking two trustees experienced in finance or fundraising. For 140 years the Fund has worked to support dental students, dentists and their families throughout the UK. Receiving over 160 applications in 2022, it provides grant funding and wellbeing services to those facing difficult situations. The Fund is looking for two Trustees - [New safeguarding Act delayed](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/03/safeguarding-act-delayed/) - The Disclosure (Scotland) Act is now predicted to be fully implemented by 1 April 2025, rather than in 2024 as previously reported. The new law aims to make the disclosure process in Scotland simpler and easier to understand, as well as keeping vulnerable groups safer. The Act, focussed on safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, will - [Practice charges patients 'per minute' for no-shows](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/03/no-shows-charged/) - A Glasgow dental practice has introduced a charge for failure to attend an appointment. It said that no-shows will have to pay £1 for each minute the appointment was scheduled to last. In a message to patients this week, the practice said: "Please be aware that due to the rising number of short notice cancellations - [New webinars and resources to support dental teams](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/03/new-webinars-and-resources-to-support-dental-teams/) - The British Dental Association (BDA) has highlighted new webinars and resources to support dental teams to help prepare for the reformed system of NHS payment from 1 November. It notes that NHS Education for Scotland (NES) have announced webinars to support dental teams. The TURAS page ‘Information on the SDR / Determination 1’ has also been published, which - [Tom Hanks warns dental ad is AI fake](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/02/tom-hanks-warns-dental-ad-is-ai-fake/) - Tom Hanks has warned that an advert appearing to be fronted by him is in fact an artificial intelligence (AI) fake. "There's a video out there promoting some dental plan with an AI version of me," the actor wrote on Instagram. "I have nothing to do with it," he added. Hanks has previously spoken about the "artistic - [Sustainability resources published](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/02/sustainability-resources/) - CGDent has collated a range of online resources, including learning, guidelines and tools, to inform dental practices about sustainable dentistry and reducing their impact on the environment. Sustainability has been defined as "meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs". For dental practices, this means - [SmileDirectClub files for bankruptcy](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/02/smiledirectclub-bankruptcy/) - SmileDirectClub, the 'DIY' aligner company, filed for bankruptcy on Friday, four years after raising $1.35 billion in an initial public offering. The Chapter 11 filing in Texas allows the company to continue operating while it works on a plan to repay creditors. The company’s founders will invest at least $20 million into the company as - [Eschmann – what sets our service and support apart?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/11/eschmann-service-and-support/) - The quality of both the products and services you purchase will have a significant impact on the functionality of your equipment, the potential disruption caused to patient care and the costs you incur over time. That’s why Eschmann provides Care & Cover – a comprehensive service offering that delivers unlimited breakdown cover, Annual Validation and - [A matter of life...](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/11/appropriate-documentation/) - "In this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes". Benjamin’s Franklin’s quote will be known to most of you, and unfortunately it is true that each is inevitable. When we advise our dental clients on the structure of their practices, we always recommend putting in place appropriate documentation to address - [Time to examine your practice operations](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/11/examine-your-practice-operations/) - The recent enhancements to Determination I of the Statement of Dental Remuneration (SDR) have been welcomed by some among the sector. With a six per cent inflationary rise, allied with a number of significant increases to treatment fees, we fully anticipate that the NHS or mixed practice revenues should increase from 1 November onwards. Whether - [Considering buying a dental practice in Scotland?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/11/buying-a-practice/) - Are you considering buying a dental practice but are worried about competing with larger dental groups for quality practices? So far in 2023, we have sold more than 90 per cent of dental practices to independent buyers. First-time buyers are especially attractive to sellers due to the absence of specific targets, tie-in terms, and deferred - [Risk assessment research: your chance to contribute](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/02/risk-assessment-research/) - General dental practitioners are being sought to support research towards the development of a clinical risk assessment tool. The research is part of the RADIANT project being conducted by a team at Peninsula Dental School at Plymouth University, and aims to create and develop a practical, evidenced-based restorative dental risk assessment tool informed by input - [Inspire and empower](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/10/09/inspire-and-empower/) - I recently had the joy of speaking at Clyde Munro’s first Women in Dentistry event As one of Scotland’s largest dental groups, their commitment to fostering inclusivity and empowering women within the dental field closely aligns with my own determination to inspire and encourage women throughout their dental careers. The dental industry has seen a - [The future of dental education](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/09/29/future-dental-education/) - The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, one of the oldest surgical corporations in the world, was founded in 1505, surgeons and barbers being formally incorporated as a Craft of the Burgh, with a Seal of Cause granted by King James IV of Scotland. King James, the first patron of the College, practised dentistry on - [A first for Scotland](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/09/29/a-first-for-scotland/) - The only Level 7 Postgraduate Dental Implant Diploma to be offered in Scotland was launched last month and will welcome its first students in February next year. The course offers several advantages over others in the UK, not least elimination of the cost and inconvenience of having to travel south of the border to gain - [Just like magic](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/09/29/arran-dental-magic/) - Arran Dental Care, run by Emma Kendall and her dentist husband Kenneth, held an oral health event on the island over the summer in partnership with Nicki Rowland, author of The Magic Dentist1. With the support of The Magic Circle, Nicki is touring the UK with her daughter Isabella, who illustrated the book which is - [Dental enamel created from stem-cells](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/09/29/enamel-from-stem-cells/) - Organoids have been created from stem cells to secrete the proteins that form dental enamel. Organoids are simple tissue-engineered cell-based in vitro models that recapitulate many aspects of the complex structure and function of the corresponding in vivo tissue. “This is a critical first step in our long-term goal to develop stem cell-based treatments to repair - [Toothpaste collection, including whisky flavoured, breaks world record](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/09/29/world-record-toothpaste-collection/) - Val Kolpakov, a dentist from Georgia in America, owns the world’s largest collection of toothpaste, according to the Guinness Book of Records — 2,037 different tubes from all over the world. "I started my collection in 2001, to learn more as a dentist about all available toothpastes on the market,” Val explained. "Soon I realised that - [Early stage oral cancer test launched](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/09/29/early-stage-oral-cancer-test-launched/) - A non-invasive test for oral and throat cancer that can be administered in the dental practice has been launched by a US life sciences company. Oral Health Pro with CancerDetect is a "groundbreaking test is set to revolutionise the industry’s approach to oral care by providing dental professionals with an unprecedented level of actionable insight - [Clinical benefits of systemic antibiotics may depend on periodontitis stage](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/09/28/systemic-antibiotics-benefits/) - A study(1) on the clinical benefits of systemic antibiotics in periodontitis treatment has been published by the European Federation of Periodontology in the Journal of Clinical Periodontology (JCP). The EFP S3-level clinical practice guideline emphasises the need to carefully evaluate the benefits and potential risks of prescribing systemic antibiotics as an adjunct to subgingival instrumentation. - [NHS payment reform - webinar featuring deputy CDO](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/09/28/payment-reform-webinar/) - A free webinar is being hosted by the Greater Glasgow and Clyde Local Dental Committee, featuring Deputy CDO Gillian Leslie. Following the announcement and publication of the new SDR by the Scottish Government, the intent of the webinar is to discuss regulatory changes and the content of the new Determination I, with the opportunity for - [Support available as new survey reveals impact of staff shortages on wellbeing](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/09/28/staff-shortages-impact-wellbeing/) - More than a third (35 per cent) of dental professionals say they are not able to take breaks during the day to eat or drink, and over half (52 per cent) say the impact of exhaustion on the delivery of quality patient care is affecting their mental health, according to a new survey. In the - [A new field is born](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/09/25/sports-dentistry-symposium/) - The third International Sports Dentistry Symposium, organised by the European Association for Sports Dentistry (EA4SD) and meeting in Edinburgh on 24-25 November, aims to bring together sports dentistry and medicine – and analyse how they work together for athletes’ health. Sports dentists and physicians will highlight the important elements in preventing injuries and monitoring health. Sport has always - [Clinical Leadership Fellowship](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/09/01/clinical-leadership-fellowship/) - The General Dental Practitioner (GDP) Leadership Fellowship1 is a one-year, part-time programme which aims to develop future clinical leaders in NHS Scotland (NES). Leadership training already exists for dental and medical specialist trainees, as well as community pharmacists. In recent years, Tom Ferris, the Chief Dental Officer (CDO) welcomed and approved an opportunity to add - [Hypnosis society awards](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/06/01/hypnosis-society-awards/) - The British Society of Medical and Dental Hypnosis (BSMDH) held its annual meeting and awards dinner this spring at the House for an Art Lover in Bellahouston Park, Glasgow. At the dinner, past president medals and fellow medals and certificates were presented. Also presented – to Niamh McInnes – was The James Gall Dental Hypnosis Student Prize - [Admissions to Fellowship](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/09/01/admissions-to-fellowship/) - Lisa Currie, clinical director of The Orthodontic Clinic in Aberdeen, was among more than 40 dental professionals admitted over the summer into Fellowship of the College of General Dentistry (CGDent), in recognition of their high-level and wide-ranging capabilities. Fellowship, which is denoted by the postnominal letters ‘FCGDent’, is the highest membership grade of the college. - [Reducing tooth decay – new report](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/06/06/reducing-tooth-decay-report/) - A leading national charity is backing the release of a landmark new report that aims to reduce the number of people suffering from tooth decay while also saving the NHS millions. The Oral Health Foundation is calling for the immediate roll out of three oral health policies outlined in the review and believes they have - [Oral health improvement ‘has stalled’](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/06/16/oral-health-improvement-stalled/) - Improvements in oral health achieved through Scotland’s pioneering ChildSmile oral health programme have “stalled”, according to an expert giving evidence to the Scottish Parliament’s COVID-19 Recovery Committee. Professor David Conway, Director of Dental Research at Glasgow University, told the committee: “When we look at the oral health outcomes, the worrying statistic is that the improvement - [Study day speakers announced](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/09/01/study-day-speakers-announced/) - Professor Shamir Mehta and Dr Subir Banerji will deliver a series of lectures entitled ‘Wearabouts – the how, what, wear and why of managing tooth wear in general dental practice’. They will present the current evidence on tooth wear, provide a guide to managing tooth wear in general dental practice, and illustrate the clinical techniques - [June 2023](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/06/28/june-2023/) - In this issue: Andrew Hadden Honoured; Scottish Benchmarking; In management, imitation won't get you anywhere; A review of finite element studies; Is the profession braced for change? …and much more - [Dentsply Sirona launches new digital solutions](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/09/22/dentsply-sirona-new-digital-solutions/) - Dentsply Sirona has announced the addition of several products and solutions to its integrated product portfolio, including a new tool for SureSmile®users as well as updates to its cloud-based platform, DS Core. Thousands of dental professionals gathered in Las Vegas for Dentsply Sirona World, which included more than 100 education courses presented by more than - [High volume… low margin… disease centred](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/06/30/covid-committee-dental-recovery/) - The Scottish Government is under pressure to account for the failure of NHS dental services to return to pre-pandemic levels. In evidence to the COVID-19 Recovery Committee, Jenni Minto, the Minister for Public Health, said that its recovery policy "has been successful, with sustained increases in dental activity from April 2023. We have achieved over - [21D opens new 'super centre' for full mouth rehabilitation](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/06/28/21d-opens-super-centre/) - Leading dental implant specialist, 21D, has opened its doors to a new, state-of-the-art, ‘super centre’ to accommodate high levels of customer demand. 21D is a leading provider of full jaw dental implant solutions in the UK, having treated more than 400 patients in the last 12 months. At present, 21D is treating over 50 patients - [Scottish Dental Care buys two Glasgow practices](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/06/28/sdc-buys-two-glasgow-practices/) - Two long-standing dental practices in prime Glasgow locations have become the latest acquisitions by a leading Scottish dentistry group. Barrhead and Gorbals Dental Practices join Scottish Dental Care after their owner, Fraser MacAulay identified the Glasgow-based family-owned group as the preferred purchaser. Having single-handedly managed both practices through multiple challenging times in the sector, Glasgow-born Fraser had - [Striving for excellence](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/06/26/as-endodontics/) - AS Endodontics was established in 2016 by Dr Arvind Sharma. As a general dentist, Arvind saw a significant need for more services offering endodontic treatment in Edinburgh and the surrounding area. Existing services were limited and waiting times for patients were long. This led him, in 2016, to complete his masters in endodontology at the - [Celebrating 30 years!](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/06/26/celebrating-thirty-years/) - According to the dictionary, a “force of nature” is someone of “exceptionally strong personality or character – full of energy, unstoppable, and unforgettable”. For those of you lucky enough to know her, and to those yet to meet her, I give you Ann Craib; the most powerful force of nature I have ever met. Let - [What a show!](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/06/26/scottish-dental-show-2023-2/) - More than 1,800 people attended the 2023 Scottish Dental Show, which featured a packed programme of lectures and workshops as well as more than 140 exhibitors showcasing the latest in dental technology, supplies and services. “It was great to see so many familiar – and new – faces from the profession and the industry,” said - [For exceptional service](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/06/26/andrew-hadden-honoured/) - Reserved for just one recipient per year, the CGDent College Medal is awarded for exceptional service to the dental profession and its patients in a manner aligned with the values and mission of the College of General Dentistry (CGDent). Dr Andrew Hadden receives the award in recognition of his considerable contributions over many years, including - [An exemplary model](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/06/26/scotland-an-exemplary-model/) - I was particularly interested in The Insider’s article – Troubled Waters Ahead – in the last edition of Scottish Dental. The author made some extremely important points. The current situation with NHS dentistry is undoubtedly a threat; but as well as being a threat, and one that we must take very seriously, it is also - [Addressing inequality through public engagement](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/06/26/addressing-inequality-through-public-engagement/) - As part of Dental Connect – a staff/student co-creation project at Dundee Dental Hospital and Research School – our aim is to reduce health inequalities by promoting access to oral health education and providing advice and resources for those most in need. Our most recent event was held at a local hotel which houses - [More support needed to realise benefits of Enhanced CPD, says GDC](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/06/22/enhanced-cpd-more-support-needed/) - Research commissioned by the General Dental Council (GDC) has shown while many dental professionals take a positive and proactive approach to their own learning and development, more needs to be done to ensure the full benefits of the Enhanced CPD scheme are realised. The Enhanced CPD scheme established a more flexible and personalised approach to - [Dentistry: COVID impact is 'on a scale unseen in any other part of NHS'](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/06/22/dentistry-covid-impact-scale-unseen/) - The British Dental Association has warned MSPs that the pandemic has had an "unparalleled impact on NHS dentistry, that leaves the service facing an existential threat." As the professional body prepares to give evidence to the COVID-19 Recovery Committee inquiry into NHS dentistry today, it has published new analysis showing the scale of the backlogs. - [Take the next step in your dental career](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/06/19/mgds-rcsi/) - The Membership in General Dental Surgery (MGDS RCSI) is an online exam, which is available worldwide and can be taken from the comfort of your home or location of choice. The scope of the exam is broad and covers all aspects of general dental practice. Candidates must hold an undergraduate dental qualification, be at least - [Recycle and smile](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/06/14/recycle-and-smile/) - National Services Scotland (NSS) and Childsmile have joined forces to launch Recycle and Smile – a new initiative which will recycle toothbrushes and empty toothpaste tubes used as part of Childsmile’s supervised toothbrushing programme. NSS distributes toothbrushes and toothpaste to Childsmile, the national programme to improve children’s oral health and tackle oral health inequalities. More - ['Unprecedented opportunity to integrate'](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/06/14/integrate-oral-care-with-general-wellbeing/) - Suitable remuneration is needed to incentivise the uptake of preventive dentistry, according to Peter Mossey, Professor of Craniofacial Development at Dundee Dental Hospital and Research School. “Remuneration is key; even though the Determination 1 document does not provide the granular detail, the greater emphasis on primary prevention does shine through,” he said. Writing in the - ['Step away from the treadmill'](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/06/14/holistic-nhs-dentistry/) - Scotland’s shadow health spokesperson has called for a “holistic” NHS dental service. Sandesh Gulhane, the Shadow Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care, said that prevention of disease should “not only be at the heart of the service but also incentivised”. Speaking at the Conference of Scottish Local Dental Committees’ annual conference in April1, he - [A first for Scotland](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/06/14/inaugural-nasdal-benchmarking/) - This month saw the National Association of Specialist Dental Accountants and Lawyers (NASDAL) launch its inaugural Scottish benchmarking statistics. As Johnny Minford, Principal of Minford Chartered Accountants and NASDAL’s Media Officer, commented: “The NASDAL annual profit and loss benchmarking report is a unique and valuable tool which enables NASDAL accountant members to compare their practice-owning - [Family dental group attracts recruitment specialist Lauren Singh](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/06/12/sdc-hires-recruitment-specialist/) - Talent acquisition specialist to spearhead group’s outreach to new dentists A new Head of Recruitment has joined a growing Scottish dental group as part of its mission to maintain dental team appointments, in order to continue its growth, its patient base and drive new industry standards. Scottish Dental Care has welcomed Lauren Singh to the newly-created - [How to handle negative reviews online](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/06/07/how-to-handle-negative-reviews-online/) - Social media accounts and websites have become the shop windows of many businesses, including dentists. Whether you’re trying to attract patients or encourage people to come to work with you, your online presence can play a big part in forming opinions about your practice. One way to reinforce any positive feelings people get from viewing - [Johnston Carmichael appoints new Head of Dentistry](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/06/05/johnston-carmichael-appoints-new-head-of-dentistry/) - Top 10 UK accountancy firm Johnston Carmichael has welcomed a new Head of Dentistry as it seeks to grow its reach across Scotland and beyond. Roy Hogg, who brings more than 30 years’ dental finance experience to the role, will be based in the firm’s Stirling office, and is taking over the role from Roddy Anderson. Roy owned his - [Principal owner to explore global innovation](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/09/21/principal-owner-to-explore-global-innovation/) - Having already become one of the most digitised dental surgeries in Scotland in 2021, with a £250,000 investment in the latest 3D intraoral scanning technology, First Alba Healthcare is going even further in its quest to provide patients with the most up to date, innovative treatments and services. The business, which is owned by leading - [Dentsply Sirona and 3Shape expand workflow integrations](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/09/21/dentsply-3shape-expand-integration/) - Dentsply Sirona, the world's largest manufacturer of professional dental products and technologies, and 3Shape, a leading innovator of digital solutions for dental patient care, have open the next chapter in their workflow integrations. The harmonisation of DS Core, Primemill and Primeprint, with the 3Shape TRIOS intraoral scanner powered by 3Shape Unite, creates more integrated workflows - [New dental materials testing service launched](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/09/18/dental-materials-testing-launch/) - A materials testing service for dental manufacturers has been launched by Birmingham University. The Birmingham Dental and Biomaterials Testing Service (BiMaTs) will provide consultancy and a comprehensive materials testing service for dental and biomaterial manufacturers. BiMaTs is co-founded by internationally recognised academic researchers Professor Josette Camilleri and Professor Will Palin. The consultancy element will be key to - [Align Technology showcases transformative treatments and workflows](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/09/20/invisalign-summit-2023/) - Align Technology has shared highlights from the 2023 Invisalign GP Summit, the company’s premier clinical education and networking event designed to help dentists transform and grow their practice with Invisalign® clear aligners, iTero scanners, and the Align Digital Platform™. Over the course of three days, more than 1,000 dentists and practice team members from across - [Caveat emptor](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/09/19/alun-rees-top-ten-tips/) - I wrote a version of this piece several years ago when I was finding my feet in consultancy and analysis. It is as fundamentally true now as it was then - except the numbers have got bigger. Caveat emptor is Latin for "Let the buyer beware." The idea that buyers take responsibility for the condition - [Too many obstacles preventing you leaving the NHS?](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/09/19/practice-plan-great-barrier-relief/) - Would you like to leave behind the constraints of the NHS and move into the more liberal (and liberated!) world of private practice but have yet to do anything about it? Perhaps you’re being put off by some misapprehensions about what conditions are required to make a success of this move. Maybe you’re putting obstacles - [EQ Accountants: 'How we are supporting our clients, Morgan Paterson Group'](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/09/19/eq-accountants-supporting-clients/) - Buying their own dental practice is the ultimate career goal for many dental professionals, with some aspiring to run multiple practices. Whether it’s setting up squat practices, buying into an existing practice or acquiring practices outright, it’s important to have an accountant who can help to navigate the complexities and ensure you are making the - [New award offers aesthetic dentistry training](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/09/19/cgdent-aesthetic-dentistry-award/) - The College of General Dentistry (CGDent) and GC, in association with The Tom Bereznicki Charitable Educational Foundation, have launched a new competition for Foundation Dentists and Vocational Trainees throughout the UK. The inaugural CGDent-GC Award for Foundation Dentists, which promotes dentistry skills, is open to all those enrolled on a Foundation or Vocational Training Programme - [Vaping threatens oral health 'as much as smoking' - EFP](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/09/07/vaping-threatens-oral-health/) - Electronic cigarettes can be as harmful to gum and oral health as smoking traditional tobacco, the European Federation of Periodontology (EFP) said in a statement today. It is well known that smoking can seriously damage oral health, noted the EFP, with smokers experiencing more gum disease and tooth loss, and increased incidence of oral cancer. - [Dental Protection launches competition for foundation dentists](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/09/12/dental-protection-foundation-dentists-competition/) - Dental Protection, in partnership with The MPS Foundation, has launched an annual research competition for foundation dentists in the UK to recognise, celebrate, and reward excellence demonstrated in patient safety and risk reduction. The competition aims to raise the profile of research among foundation dentists to generate interest and build research capability and capacity for - [Henry Schein to present at sustainability forum](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/09/15/henry-schein-sustainability-forum/) - Henry Schein, the world’s largest provider of health care solutions to office-based dental and medical practitioners, will be presenting at the Goldman Sachs Global Sustainability Forum in New York on 27 September 27 at 12:15 eastern time (17.15 UK) The presentations can be heard via live webcast by visiting: https://investor.henryschein.com/webcasts?c=74322&p=irol-presentations. Replays will be available on - [Practice sales market 'still in good health'](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/09/15/nasdal-goodwill-survey-01-2023/) - This week saw the release of the latest statistics from NASDAL (National Association of Specialist Dental Accountants and Lawyers) and its quarterly Goodwill Survey. This survey covers the quarter ending 30 April 2023 and includes data on valuations as well as deals completed (i.e., practices bought or sold by NASDAL members’ clients in the period). - [Leading dental group acquires 20th practice ](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/08/31/sdc-acquires-twentieth-practice/) - An established dental clinic in Inverclyde has become the latest acquisition by a leading Scottish dentistry group. Port Glasgow’s Belhaven Dental Surgery is the latest to join Scottish Dental Care, a move that will see the practice grow, as well as support its near 10,000 NHS patients. Owner and dentist Catherine Jones established the clinic in - [GDC launches fitness to practise pilot](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/09/05/gdc-fitness-to-practice-pilot/) - The General Dental Council (GDC) has launched a pilot that will test a change to the initial stages of its fitness to practise processes "to improve proportionality and timeliness". The GDC said changes were being made to the way investigations are carried out in certain cases, to help it resolve issues faster "while continuing to - [US dental software firm invests in Scotland](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/07/14/planet-dds-glasgow/) - An American dental software company is investing more than £10m in a new centre in Glasgow, creating 75 jobs. Planet DDS said it had chosen to base its technology development and support centre in the city in part because of local technical expertise. The company provides dental software for more than 10,000 practices in North - [Frustration over access 'fuelling abuse' against profession](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/08/29/access-frustration-fuelling-abuse/) - In a Dental Protection survey of more than 1,300 UK dental professionals, more than half (57 per cent) say they have experienced or witnessed verbal or physical abuse from patients or their relatives in the past 12 months, with 64 per cent of those saying the incidents resulted from frustration over long waiting times for - [More than 2,000 DCPs still to make CPD statement](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/08/24/cpd-deadline-approaching/) - With the 28 August deadline fast approaching more than 2,000 dental care professionals (DCPs) still need to make their annual CPD declaration. An additional 1,500 who have made a statement but have not yet met their CPD requirements, said the General Dental Council (GDC). CPD rules require dental professionals to make a compliant statement every - [Inlay-retained fixed dental prosthesis:a clinical option using monolithic zirconia: references](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/08/24/inlay-retained-fixed-dental-prosthesisa-clinical-option-using-monolithic-zirconia-references/) - 1. Bömicke W, Rathmann F, Pilz M, Bermejo J L, Waldecker M, Ohlmann B, Rammelsberg P, Zenthöfer A. Clinical Performance of Posterior Inlay-Retained and Wing-Retained Monolithic Zirconia Resin-Bonded Fixed Partial Dentures: Stage One Results of a Randomized Controlled Trial. J Prosthodont. 2021;30(5):384-393. 2. Sailer I, Makarov N A, Thoma D S, Zwahlen M, Pjetursson B - [Dentistry named as top non-tech degree in 2023](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/08/24/dentistry-named-as-top-non-tech-degree-in-2023/) - Medicine and dentistry have secured their place as the most valued non-technology degrees by employers this year. As technology-related degrees maintain their prominence, the acknowledgement of the critical contributions made by medical professionals has propelled medicine and dentistry to a joint fifth place (16 per cent) among the most valued degrees, according to a recent - [Dental group invests in Glasgow practice](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/08/24/cardonald-clinic-refurb/) - Work to expand and refurbish a Glaswegian dental clinic has started in order to meet the rising demand in NHS services. Scottish Dental Care, has invested around £400,000 into the refurbishment of Cardonald Dental Clinic, which includes three new surgeries and an expanded footprint. The practice is also bringing onboard two new dentists, increasing - [Expansion heralds move to a four-day week](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/08/18/vermilion-smile-experts-expansion/) - There are radical developments underway at Vermilion – The Smile Experts in Edinburgh where a new £800,000 extension is inspiring a move to a four-day week. As Dr David Offord, Vermilion Practice Principal explained, the second-floor expansion reflects increasing demand for the company’s services. "The number of referrals is growing all the time, particularly in - [Increase in number of registered DCPs, reports the GDC](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/08/15/registered-dcps-increases/) - The number of dental care professionals (DCPs) on the UK Register, following the recent annual renewal period, has risen when compared with the trajectory of previous years. After removals there were 71,769 DCPs on the register, an increase of 2,093 on the equivalent figure for 2022. This year, 3,541 DCPs did not renew their registration, - [Pay offer to dentists in training accepted](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/08/16/dentists-in-training-pay-offer-accepted/) - A 12.4 per cent pay increase for junior doctors and dentists in training for 2023–24 has been accepted by British Medical Association (BMA) Scotland members. Together with the pay raise of 4.5 per cent awarded in 2022–23, this amounts to a total increase of 17.5 per cent over two years, said the Scottish Government. The - [RCSed's dental faculty achieves milestone recognition](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/08/14/rcsed-dental-faculty-milestone-recognition/) - The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh’s Faculty of Dental Surgery has been given official confirmation that it has met all the GDC's Standards for Examination Providers, as laid out in the Standards for Speciality Education. The faculty received the glowing report following a lengthy process that has taken a number of years to achieve. Professor Phil - [DDU introduces peer support 'to aid emotionally drained workforce'](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/08/10/ddu-introduces-peer-support/) - Dental professionals involved in stressful General Dental Council (GDC) investigations are being offered a new peer support service from the Dental Defence Union (DDU). Launched in 2020 to help medical professionals undergoing GMC investigations, the service has now been expanded to include DDU members. The peer support programme connects members with a reassuring colleague who - [The impact of diet, vitamins and other micronutrients on preventing and treating periodontitis: a bibliography](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/08/04/diet-micronutrients-bibliography/) - Bibliography Iain L C Chapple, Philippe Bouchard, Maria Grazia Cagetti, Guglielmo Campus, Maria-Clotilde Carra, Fabio Cocco, Luigi Nibali, Philippe Hujoel, Marja L Laine, Peter Lingstrom, David J Manton, Eduardo Montero, Nigel Pitts, Hélène Rangé, Nadine Schlueter, Wim Teughels, Svante Twetman, Cor Van Loveren, Fridus Van der Weijden, Alexandre R Vieira, Andreas G Schulte. Interaction of lifestyle, behaviour or systemic diseases with dental caries and periodontal diseases: consensus report of group - [Increased fees for Scotland's NHS dentists](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/07/27/increased-fees-for-scotlands-nhs-dentists/) - NHS dental teams will receive increased fees under a new payment structure which will help them to provide enhanced NHS care and treatment, said the Scottish Government. Developed in partnership with the dental sector and as part of the Oral Health Improvement Plan, the reforms also include an additional £10 million from the Government to - [Dental membership plans](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/07/25/dental-membership-plans/) - As hopes of any meaningful change to the NHS dental contract south of the border fade, with the move further away from the Commons Select Committee Hearings, more dentists are reassessing their future within the system. Those considering making the leap of faith into private practice may wish to introduce a membership plan to help - [Dental group adds senior finance expert](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/07/18/sdc-appoints-finance-director/) - One of Scotland’s leading dental groups has appointed Donna McBurnie, formerly of Cameron House Resort at Loch Lomond, as its finance director. Having qualified in 2001, Donna brings more than 20 years of experience including senior leadership positions in drinks retail, hospitality and banking. As finance director, Donna will play a crucial role in overseeing - [EFP publishes guideline on prevention and treatment of peri-implant diseases](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/07/11/efp-peri-implant-diseases-guideline/) - A new guideline aimed at helping oral health professionals to better prevent and treat peri-implant diseases among their patients has been announced by the European Federation of Periodontology (EFP). Based on the latest scientific evidence, the guideline offers a set of recommendations to maintain the health of peri-implant tissues and to effectively manage peri-implant diseases. - [Scottish Dental Care secures follow-on funding from BGF](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/07/11/scottish-dental-care-secures-follow-on-funding/) - Scottish Dental Care Group has secured a multi-million-pound investment from BGF to support its continued growth ambitions. BGF is making its second significant investment in just over 12 months to support the company’s acquisition plans which will expand its presence in key conurbations across the country. Scottish Dental Care Group has grown strongly since BGF’s - [Royal College announces dental dean-elect](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/05/03/rcsed-announces-dental-dean-elect/) - The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSEd) has announced the appointment of Professor Grant McIntyre as the Dean-Elect of its Faculty of Dental Surgery. Professor McIntyre has served as Vice-Dean since September 2022 alongside Professor Phil Taylor, who currently holds the position of Dean of the Faculty. As Dean, Professor McIntyre will be responsible - [Searching for 'the magic formula'](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/05/22/jason-leitch-dental-show/) - Finding a funding mechanism for dentistry remains a challenge, Professor Jason Leitch told delegates at the 2023 Scottish Dental Show. Asked about the work that had begun before the pandemic to create a new model of care, he said: “Philosophically, that has not stalled.” He added: "The trick is to find a formula, a funding - [Experience of dental professionals under investigation prompts calls for urgent reform](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/05/31/investigations-reform-urged/) - Dental Protection has called for radical reform of how the General Dental Council (GDC) investigates dental professionals, as new research reveals significant numbers are experiencing suicidal thoughts or quitting dentistry as a result of their investigation. In a Dental Protection survey of 125 dental professionals who have been investigated by the dental regulator in the - [Influence of different restoring materials on stress distribution in prosthesis on implants: a review of finite element studies](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/05/31/clinical-june/) - Introduction Dental implants have improved the quality of life of millions of patients in recent decades and have shown a high predictability of success.[1] The high success rates and long-term follow-up (over 20 years) of patients treated with osseointegrated dental implants have attracted the interest of clinicians and researchers worldwide.[2] Occlusal loading of osseointegrated implants - [GDC triples number of places for Part 1 of Overseas Registration Exam    ](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/05/16/gdc-triples-ore-places/) - The General Dental Council (GDC) has tripled the number places of Overseas Registration Exam (ORE) Part 1 in response to demand. The ORE must be passed by all dentists who qualify outside the UK or the EU and who want to join the GDC register to practise in the UK. There will be 600 places - ['Rules and Discovery': the British Orthodontic Conference 2023 launches](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/05/16/british-orthodontic-conference-2023-launches/) - Registration is now open for the 2023 British Orthodontic Conference. Do not, urged the organisers, miss the largest event in the UK dedicated to all dental professionals with an interest in orthodontics. This year’s theme is 'Rules and Discovery' - the conference will be situated in the heart of Westminster, "where rules have been made - [New ownership and expansion plans for Orchard Road Dental Practice](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/05/16/orchard-road-dental-practice/) - A dental practice in Forres has changed hands following a funding boost from Royal Bank of Scotland. Dr Saranya Selvaraj purchased Orchard Road Dental Practice when the previous owner – who had led the practice for more than 40 years – retired last year. The purchase was made possible thanks to a loan from the - [Clyde Munro appoints head of clinical and digital dentistry](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/05/16/clyde-munro-appoints-clinical-digital-dentistry-head/) - Clyde Munro has appointed Callum Graham as its Head of Clinical and Digital Dentistry. A statement said that the newly formed role had been created to "further reinforce Clyde Munro’s commitment to digital dentistry, innovation and technology." Over the last three years, the group has invested £2.5m in dental scanners, digital learning and development tools - [Somerset Place Dental Practice in Glasgow sold](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/05/16/somerset-dental-practice-glasgow-sold/) - Specialist business property adviser Christie & Co has announced the sale of Somerset Place Dental Practice in Glasgow. Located on the ground floor of a mid-terrace townhouse in the Park District of Glasgow's West End, it became a private dental practice in 1922 and has looked after successive generations of private patients since. The selling Principal took - [Scottish Dental Show 2023: book your Lectures and Workshops](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/05/15/sds2023-book-lectures-workshops/) - Bookings for the Scottish Dental Show's free CPD Lectures and Workshops are now open. First, register as a Show delegate here. Then, choose your Lectures and Workshops from the Education Programme. You can gain up to nine hours of verifiable CPD from more than 60 sessions — delivered by more than 50 expert speakers — over the two days - [Junior dentists in Scotland may join strike](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/05/11/junior-dentists-strike/) - The British Dental Association (BDA) has warned that dentists in Scotland employed under the same contract as junior doctors may join their medical colleagues in a 72-hour walkout. The timing of the strike is yet to be confirmed and a decision depends on the outcome of negotiations between the British Medical Association and the Scottish - [A £600,000 boost to dental care in Dumfries and Galloway](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/05/10/sdc-dumfries-investment/) - Following a £600,000 investment, Dumfries Dental Clinic & Implant Centre has moved from 27 Castle Street to its new home 100 metres away at 195 High Street. This relocation and investment by Scottish Dental Care will enable the clinic to more than double its patient capacity, increasing treatment rooms from four to six and building on the - [Holyrood Committee seeks practitioners' views on Scotland’s NHS dentistry recovery](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/05/05/holyrood-committee-dentists-survey/) - The Scottish Parliament’s COVID-19 Recovery Committee has launched a survey of Scotland’s dentists as part of a 'snapshot inquiry' examining the recovery of NHS dentistry services. The inquiry will track progress by the Scottish Government on the aims set out in the NHS Recovery Plan 2021-2026, which includes a commitment to return Scotland’s NHS dentistry - [January 2023](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/2023/02/06/january-2023/) - In this issue: The debate over water fluoridation; dentistry in war-torn Ukraine; prospects for the practice sales market; and much more… ## Pages - [Dates for your diary](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/dates-for-your-diary/) - We list upcoming diary dates – including conferences, seminars, in-person and online – for your Scottish Dental team. 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[Great Scottish Run](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/tag/great-scottish-run/) - [RBS](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/tag/rbs/) - [Clyde Munro Dental Group](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/tag/clyde-munro-dental-group/) - [Kenyan Children](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/tag/kenyan-children/) - [Donations](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/tag/donations/) - [Running](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/tag/running/) - [10k](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/tag/10k/) - [three thousand pounds](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/tag/three-thousand-pounds/) - [Dundee](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/tag/dundee/) - [Scottish Health Awards](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/tag/scottish-health-awards/) - [Compassionate](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/tag/compassionate/) - [Jennifer Watson](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/tag/jennifer-watson/) - [Dr Stephen Jacobs](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/tag/dr-stephen-jacobs/) - [Bearsden](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/tag/bearsden/) - [Osseointegration](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/tag/osseointegration/) - [Global](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/tag/global/) - [25-year career](https://www.sdmag.co.uk/tag/25-year-career/) - 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