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A shrinking oral health clinical academic workforce puts research, education and the NHS at risk

A shrinking oral health clinical academic workforce puts research, education and the NHS at risk

30.03.2026

Please read a press release from the Dental Schools Council (DSC) on the publication of the findings of the 2025 clinical academic survey.

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Canine Guidance….

Canine Guidance….

30.03.2026

It is coming up to a year since I spoke to the Early Career Group (ECG) about mucogingival surgery and crown lengthening.

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Gum Health Day: Empowering Lives

Gum Health Day: Empowering Lives

30.03.2026

On 12 May we will be joining National Periodontal Societies worldwide to celebrate Gum Health Day.

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Professor Nicola West Appointed to EFP Executive Committee

Professor Nicola West Appointed to EFP Executive Committee

30.03.2026

We are delighted to report that, at the recent General Assembly meeting of the European Federation of Periodontology in Athens, Prof Nicola West was appointed as an Officer of the Executive Committee.

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Research Corner - What really happens to residual pockets after non-surgical therapy?

Research Corner - What really happens to residual pockets after non-surgical therapy?

30.03.2026

Mr Alex Pollard, Honorary Editor, has kindly contributed this month’s précis of a recent article.

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Updated SDCEP Antibiotic Prophylaxis and Acute Dental Problems resources published

Updated SDCEP Antibiotic Prophylaxis and Acute Dental Problems resources published

26.03.2026

The Scottish Dental Clinical Effectiveness Programme (SDCEP) has recently published new editions of two of its resources. 

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GDC launches MyGDC to modernise registration services

GDC launches MyGDC to modernise registration services

23.03.2026

On 25 March, the GDC is launching MyGDC, a new online portal for dental professionals and those wanting to join the register. 

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Invasive Meningococcal Disease (MenB) – IPC Guidance for Dental Practices

Invasive Meningococcal Disease (MenB) – IPC Guidance for Dental Practices

20.03.2026

Please read the important message from Jason Wong, Chief Dental Officer England.

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BSP Council Roles

BSP Council Roles

12.03.2026

In accordance with the Constitution, we wish to advise the membership that some Council role vacancies have arisen, commencing in January 2027.

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