News you’ve missed this week – 29 March 2025

It’s been a busy week in the world of dental news. Missed the headlines? Here’s what’s happened over the past seven days…

Spring statement 2025 – reaction from the dental profession

The spring statement was delivered by chancellor Rachel Reeves this week – but what does it all mean and how has the dental profession reacted?

The chancellor laid out her plans for the UK economy in the House of Commons as the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) announced its latest economic forecasts.

We heard from dental financial experts on what it means for your money and dental practice – you can watch here.

Share your thoughts by emailing newsdesk@fmc.co.uk.

Behind the scenes of dental care at London Zoo

Have you ever wondered how zoos care for the animals’ oral health? Senior veterinary officer Taina Strike gives insight into the dental work at London Zoo and the issues she encounters.

What impact will the GDC’s updated CPD scheme have on dentistry?

We hear about the General Dental Council’s revised CPD guidance documents and the impact these changes are likely to have on dental professionals.

Is eco-conscious dentistry truly achievable? – insight from a conservationist

Is eco-conscious dentistry truly viable? Conservationist Cat Capon reveals all in the latest episode of Dentistry Talks – watch on YouTube or listen here.

‘Mum guilt’ in dentistry: balancing ambition and motherhood

Zayba Sheikh shares how women in dentistry can embrace ambition, success and family – without experiencing the ‘mum guilt’.

Virtual surgical planning in oral surgery leads to ‘improved patient outcomes’

Virtual surgical planning (VSP) in oral surgery can improve surgical precision, reduce operative times and enhance patient outcomes.

Nearly one in four children skip toothbrushing

Nearly a quarter of children skip toothbrushing altogether because they ‘forget or become distracted’, according to a new survey.

How to be a wise leader in dentistry

How to become a wise leader in dentistry – from collaboration to compassion, practice owner Sarika Shah shares her six strategies.

Private Dentistry Awards 2025

Registration for the Private Dentistry Awards 2025 is now open! You can download the entry guide and register here.

Dentistry Webinars

Next week, we are bringing you this sustainability-focused webinar – sign up for free below:

• Navigating sustainability compliance: what every practice must know – Mark Topley – Tuesday 1 April at 7pm.

Dentistry Live

Sign up to another Dentistry Live session, being brought to you this June:

• Dentistry Live: increasing the effectiveness of root canal treatments – William Holme – Thursday 12 June at 7pm.

Catch up with last week’s news here.

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