Gaby Bissett

Edinburgh

Journalist at Dentistry Magazine

KCL history grad, NCTJ-trained journalist. Writing for https://t.co/yJJJ8GhH66. Views my own

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DCPs urged to complete CPD cycle ahead of deadline - Dentistry

2 weeks ago | dentistry.co.uk | Gaby Bissett

The annual renewal period for dental care professionals (DCPs) is now open – with the dental regulator introducing some simplified steps for CPD cycles. To complete their annual renewal, DCPs must complete three essential steps by the below deadlines: Pay the annual retention fee (ARF) of £96 by 31 July. This can be paid online via eGDC or by direct debitMake an indemnity declaration by 31 July.
New dental hygiene training centre to open in 2026

2 weeks ago | dentistry.co.uk | Gaby Bissett

A university has been granted £1.5 million in funding to offer courses in dental hygiene and therapy next year. From 2026, the University of Lincoln will open the new Lincolnshire Institute of Dental and Oral Health, which will take on around 30 students in its first year. The funding will allow the university to redevelop existing facilities to create bespoke clinical teaching spaces, equipped with the latest digital and simulation technology.
New training places for whole dental team 'vital' for future

3 weeks ago | dental.einnews.com | Gaby Bissett

As calls are made for the expansion of training places in dentistry, we spoke with leading dental experts on what they think is needed to address workforce shortages. The Dental Schools Council – which represents UK dental schools – has outlined a number of recommendations for addressing workforce shortages in a new report called Fixing NHS Dentistry. The report calls for a number of actions, including the expansion of training places for dentistry, dental hygiene and dental therapy.
New training places for whole dental team 'vital' for future

3 weeks ago | dentistry.co.uk | Gaby Bissett

As calls are made for the expansion of training places in dentistry, we spoke with leading dental experts on what they think is needed to address workforce shortages. The Dental Schools Council – which represents UK dental schools – has outlined a number of recommendations for addressing workforce shortages in a new report called Fixing NHS Dentistry. The report calls for a number of actions, including the expansion of training places for dentistry, dental hygiene and dental therapy.
Care minister fails to commit to 'decisive break' with UDA

3 weeks ago | dentistry.co.uk | Gaby Bissett

The minister of state for care did not promise a ‘decisive break’ with the current UDA system – but said a timeframe for contract reform is coming. Stephen Kinnock appeared remotely at this year’s Annual Conference of LDCs (Local Dental Committees), taking place today (5 June) in Newcastle. According to the conference panel, he is the first care minister to appear at the LDC event in 20 years.
Harassment in dentistry and how to handle it

3 weeks ago | dentistry.co.uk | Gaby Bissett

Leo Briggs, deputy head at the Dental Defence Union (DDU), and Dan Carder, content consultant at Peninsula Business Services, discuss what is meant by harassment and how to eliminate it within the dental practice. Harassment, in particular sexual harassment, continues to dominate headlines and be a significant issue in the workplace. The Government Equalities Office estimates that almost 72% of the UK population has experienced sexual harassment at work in their lifetime.
Scottish private practice principals see 'big drop' in net profits

3 weeks ago | dentistry.co.uk | Gaby Bissett

Private practices in Scotland saw a big drop in average net profit per principal – down more than £30,000 in 2022-23. But NHS practices showed an increase – the net profit per principal rose by almost £10,000 in the same period. This is according to NASDAL Scotland (National Association of Specialist Dental Accountants and Lawyers) in its annual benchmarking report for the financial period 2023-24.
Why compliance is a business benefit in dentistry

3 weeks ago | dentistry.co.uk | Gaby Bissett

Pat Langley shares some tips on reframing and redefining compliance to make it work for you and your colleagues. ‘Compliance takes me away from the jobs I need to do to drive my/our business forward,’ says just about every dental practice loudly and often. And they probably say it more loudly and more often in the current challenging economic and recruitment market. There is no doubt that compliance is seen as a burden with few, if any benefits.
Dental schools urge government to expand training places

3 weeks ago | dentistry.co.uk | Gaby Bissett

Increase UK training places in dentistry and dental hygiene to help secure long-term sustainability of NHS dentistry, the government has been told. The Dental Schools Council – which represents UK dental schools – has outlined a number of recommendations for addressing workforce shortages in a new report called Fixing NHS Dentistry. It argues that with growing regional disparities in access to care, the UK is facing a ‘critical shortfall’ in meeting its dental needs.
Beck House: 'I was arrested and sectioned for 28 days'

1 month ago | dentistry.co.uk | Gaby Bissett

We speak with Beck House who opens up about her own mental health challenges and her advice for dental professionals who feel they are approaching breaking point. Seven years into her career, serving police officer Beck House was arrested by colleagues in her own home and placed in a psychiatric unit for 28 days. In this month’s episode of Dentistry Talks, Beck details the challenges and hope she found in her recovery, which led to her returning to and serving another 15 years in the police force.

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28 Oct 22

An emotional, honest and insightful read from @drnish35 - thank you so much for sharing. Important article on the realities of dental care in the current climate @Dentistry