Latest news
Dentists challenge Scottish political parties: future proof service or lose it
One in five adults in Scotland say they have been unable to access NHS dental care. Read more
College inaugurates first Faculty Deans
The new Deans were inaugurated by College President Roshni Karia MCGDent at a meeting of the College Council. Read more
GDC to launch new user-friendly online registration portal
Replaces eGDC and modernises how future and current dental professionals apply for and manage their registration. Read more
BSPD’s mission statement refresh includes first-ever children’s version
Three-year plan is based on eight core aims and keeping the most vulnerable young people at its heart. Read more
Review of education 2024-2025 published
It reveals that there has been a significant growth in new programme approvals. Read more
From the Magazine
Why isolation performance matters in restorative dentistry
Effective isolation is crucial for successful restorative dentistry. Properly controlling moisture and microbes helps to establish a dry working field… Read more
No hygiene re-charge: is this hurting your practice value?
When valuing a dental practice, we see a number of instances where when a practice has a hygienist or therapist,… Read more
20 years of financial support: one unmissable conversation
Susan Marshall, Pete George and Andy Acton
Let’s talk new start dental squats! Read more
The rise of AI receptionists in Scottish dental practices
Dental practices across Scotland are facing increasing pressure at the front desk. Rising patient demand, growing administrative workloads and ongoing… Read more
Row Dental Supper Club
Dr Carol Tait will be hosting her first Supper Club of 2026 on Wednesday 11 March at 6:45pm, focusing on Obturation… Read more
From the Archive
Practice profile: Eilertsen Dental Care
The start of 2010 has seen this Dundee University graduate realise massive change in her professional life with a brand new practice in, for her, a brand new location. Read more
Continuing problems?
Will Continuous Registration mean huge lists or lead to a more stable patient relationship? Scottish Dental investigates Read more