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Published: Wednesday, 08 February 2023 07:46
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Written by Peter Ingle
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Tipping points, turning points, points of no return, are just some of the expressions used to describe that moment when the old order breaks down, and there is no going back. Often identified with the benefit of hindsight, they are not always recognised at the time. Looking back over a recent webinar followed by GDPUK, it may be that NHS dentistry really has run out of road.
Read more: The Tipping Point for NHS Dentistry
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Published: Tuesday, 07 February 2023 07:43
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Written by Peter Ingle
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There was a time when newspaper stories about dentistry tended to be rather predictable. They were usually restricted to greedy dentists, unnecessary treatment, and high costs. Then in the early 2000s two new distinct stories appeared.
Read more: Different Approach To Dentistry In The Papers
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Published: Monday, 06 February 2023 10:33
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Written by Guy Tuggle
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A survey by the Medical Defence Union (the ‘MDU’), the indemnity provider that provides legal support to some 200,000 doctors, dental professionals and other health workers, has discovered that 40% of its clients are considering quitting the NHS because of ‘intolerable’ pressures.
Read more: MDU Survey: Doctors And Dentists Poised To Leave In Droves
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Published: Friday, 03 February 2023 14:55
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Written by Peter Ingle
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For many years one of the government’s tools to manipulate the Dentists and Doctors Review Body (DDRB) has been to miss the agreed deadlines for submitting its evidence.
Read more: Delaying Tactics For NHS Dentists' Next Pay Award Have Officially Begun
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Published: Tuesday, 31 January 2023 07:53
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Written by Guy Tuggle
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The College of General Dentistry (‘CGDent’) is the first independent college for primary care dentistry in the UK. Serving the public interest in oral health, and engaging the whole dental team, it is building on the achievements of the FGDP(UK) in setting standards for general dental care and leading dental education, and has a vision to achieve Royal College standing.
Read more: Kevin Lewis Appointed Ambassador at College of General Dentistry
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Published: Monday, 30 January 2023 08:22
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Written by Peter Ingle
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With the dental access crisis continuing, and many of the government’s own MPs demanding that something is done, a variety of measures are being used to try and halt the persistent negative headlines
Read more: Toothbrushing Consolation Prize for Dental Deserts
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