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NHS dental statistics show steady recovery with over 35 million treatments delivered

The NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA) has published its annual 2024/25 NHS Dental Statistics – England report, showing encouraging recovery and growth in dental services post-Covid-19.

BDA - Wales: 2025 mental health of dentists' survey launched

We have launched our 2025 mental health survey, and we want to hear from you. The survey is open to all dentists in Wales – whether you work in community or general dental services, hospitals,…

CDS pay recommendation accepted by UK governments

Alongside a 4% uplift, DDRB calls for a wider review of pay and progression to address recruitment and retention challenges. In its annual report for 2025, the Doctors’ and Dentists’ Review Body (DDRB) recommended a…

'Chemo wrecked my teeth, I can't afford treatment'

A woman who says her teeth were destroyed by cancer treatment says dental care in the UK “feels like we’re going back to Victorian times”. Faye Woodley, who is unable to work because of chronic…

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Minister Cautious: LDCs Told – UDAs For Now

The annual LDC conference may have appeared to those delivering NHS care, as a triumph of hope over experience. Read more