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Private tooth extraction charges rise by one third

The cost of a private tooth extraction has risen by 32% since 2022, according to new research into private dentistry charges in the UK.

Dentistry’s 2024 round up

We’re back with our annual round up of the biggest dental headlines of the year. From ORE changes to the NHS dental recovery plan progress – check out 2024’s top dental stories below.

Reflecting on 2024: progress and milestones in dentistry

Polly Bhambra reflects on different moments from an eventful year in dentistry and her goals for the coming year.

Significant gap in dental workforce, says association

The Association of Dental Groups (ADG) has highlighted the significant gap in the dental workforce, as it awaits the government and the Department of Health and Social Care’s (DHSC) action plan to deliver on their…

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Which country has the highest level of graduate dentists?

Romania has the highest rate of graduate dentists in Europe with 9.9 per 100,000 inhabitants, according to a new study. In 2022, 14,313 dentists graduated in the EU, representing 3.2 dentist graduates per 100,000 inhabitants. The number represents a slight increase from 2021, up from 3.1. Read more

Health expert condemns ‘appalling’ attacks on NHS staff amidst violent unrest

The chief executive of a medical defence organisation has issued a statement denouncing growing threats of violence against healthcare workers. Read more

UK employees most likely to work while ill, research finds

Increased ‘presenteeism’ or working while ill was estimated to cost the UK economy £25 billion – but its workforce was among the least likely to take sick days globally. Read more

How can NHS dentistry be fixed?

Following the Labour government’s discussions with dental leaders on how to fix NHS dentistry, we hear some proposed solutions from the dental profession. Read more

GDC publishes new research on the public’s experiences of dentistry

The General Dental Council (GDC) has published the latest research on public views and experiences of dental care in the UK, highlighting significant barriers to accessing dental services, especially within the NHS. Read more

Christie & Co reports shift towards more vibrant and competitive market landscape in its Dental Market Review 2024

Specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co, has launched its Dental Market Review 2024 report, 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 assessment of the current appetite of banks to lend within the sector, and… Read more