GDC Updates Scope of Practice Guidance for UK Dentists

The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) has issued its final instructions for the MDCAT 2025, directing universities to perform a mandatory pre-hoc analysis of examination papers before the test is administered. Read More: https://lnkd.in/eDskFFDy #PMDC #MDCAT2025 #MedicalEducation #HigherEducation #AcademicIntegrity #Pakistan #EducationPolicy #Transparency #FutureDoctors

5 quick facts the public needs to know dental hygienists! Dental hygienists: 1) Provide preventive oral care and education 2) Work in clinics, hospitals, long-term care facilities 3) Collaborate across health care 4) Are licensed and highly educated 5) Form the 6th largest regulated health profession in Canada   Read more in our newest bilingual resource and share with your clients, on your socials, or at community events! https://lnkd.in/egBQ2sW4

The Dental Health Services Special Needs Dental Clinic was officially opened today, setting a new benchmark for inclusive and accessible oral care. Opened by Health Infrastructure Minister John Carey MLA and Health Minister Meredith Hammat MLA, it is the first purpose-built clinic in WA designed specifically to support and provide dental care for patients who may experience difficulties accessing mainstream dental services, due to developmental, intellectual, or physical disabilities. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/g6DbHf2F

As a CSA survivor, I’ve learnt to be compliant, not have my needs met, the difficulty advocating for myself, not being heard or listened to. As medical patients and those obtaining therapeutic services, we are at our most vulnerable. Dependent upon professionals we are supposed to trust, to cause us no further harm. For CSA survivors, this is a terrifying prospect, especially when there are no clear and defined pathways to offer and provide trauma-focused practice. It’s a significant barrier to accessing vital services. How many of us feel comfortable voicing concern? We know our own bodies, we know when something doesn’t feel right. The echoes and triggers when we are not believed or listened to. What are the consequences for speaking out? Struck off or refused treatment? I’ve come up against this recently in a supposedly ‘therapeutic setting’ and accessing dentistry. On both occasions, the lack of care, consideration, empathy, disregard, inexperience and lack of understanding of trauma left me in a position whether to state my needs or disappear and find somewhere else without fuss. I decided to state my needs. Explaining my disappointment and cause for concern in a respectful manner by email and phone call, explaining that as a patient/client, I expect treatment and care to reflect the statement, ‘we provide a high level of patient care and listen to your needs‘. I know my body well enough when things aren't right. I terminated my therapeutic relationship and await investigation into my lack of proper dental care whilst they look into finding me a gentle, experienced replacement to get my pain and treatment done and dusted. I know that I’m not alone facing these barriers. What if we cannot advocate for our needs? How many of us suffer undue harm and failing health when there is a lack of trauma-focused care? I put this to the ‘professionals’. Please listen to your patients/clients. If you state you work with trauma or are 'trauma-informed', please understand what it means. It's not a buzzword to be tossed around. There are lived experience activists who provide training to enable you to work to best practice. If you are providing patient care, the word 'care' is there for a reason. Everyone deserves the same empathic level of quality treatment. #CSA #traumainformedcare #professionals #trauma #dentistry #patientcare #counsellors

If you’ve ever struggled to read your doctor’s handwriting… you’re not alone. The Allahabad High Court has mandated that all prescriptions must be clear and legible, and over the next two years, the system is expected to move fully digital. Why this matters: • Messy handwriting isn’t just annoying - it’s a patient-safety issue • Wrong dosages, wrong medicines, delayed care - all because someone couldn’t read the prescription • The National Medical Commission will now include handwriting lessons in medical training and start e-prescription systems nationwide This isn’t a small tweak. It’s a major step toward healthcare digitalisation in India - where every record, every prescription, every update lives safely online. Digital Prescriptions = Safer Healthcare 🩺💻 Read more: https://lnkd.in/eA9gUzP #DigitalHealth #HealthTech #HealthcareInnovation #PatientSafety #MedicalAI #ePrescription #IndiaHealth #HealthcareTransformation

Dental care in Canada is changing. With the rollout of the new federal Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP), more households will soon have help covering the cost of check-ups, cleanings, and essential treatments. But even with this national program expanding in stages, many Waterloo Region residents still need affordable options right now or may not qualify for CDCP right away. Fortunately, there are several local programs, clinics, and supports available for children, seniors, and low-income adults that make dental health more accessible. Check out our article on the options for affordable dental care in K/W through the link below: https://lnkd.in/gxkq9KSt

Providing dental care at home is never straightforward. Unlike the clinic, there’s no dental chair, no fixed lights, no perfectly designed operatory. Every visit becomes a challenge of posture, ergonomics, and creativity. In a recent case series, we treated three bedridden patients at home—each situation forced us to rethink how we stand, sit, and position equipment to deliver safe care while protecting ourselves from injury. Key lessons: • Good posture matters as much as clinical skill. It protects us from neck, back, and shoulder strain. • Sometimes the only option is kneeling with support cushions or splitting procedures into multiple short visits. • Hospital beds that can adjust height and angle are a game-changer for both patient comfort and operator ergonomics. • Magnification, overhead lights, and proper zoning (work, assistant, static, transfer) reduce stress and improve efficiency. • Planning posture and setup before starting saves time, effort, and health in the long run. For dentists, especially those providing home care, protecting our bodies is just as important as treating our patients. Ergonomic awareness, regular exercises, and risk assessments aren’t optional—they are essential for career longevity. Dental care outside the clinic may be challenging, but with the right posture and preparation, it can be safe, effective, and life-changing for patients who need it most. I would also like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to professor, Prof. Alia A. Khadre , on this valuable publication. Your work continues to guide us not only in clinical excellence but also in understanding the importance of ergonomics and safe practice in challenging environments. A true inspiration for all of us in the field.

Your clinical skills might be top-notch, but if patient communication is weak, your practice will feel the impact. Poor communication leads to: 🚫 Missed appointments 🚫 Negative reviews 🚫 Lost trust (and revenue) The truth is most dental teams are never taught how to communicate with patients—and it shows. Learn why communication is the hidden skill that separates good teams from great ones: https://bit.ly/3IVcAjl #DentalTeamTraining #PatientExperience #DentalCommunication

Your clinical skills might be top-notch, but if patient communication is weak, your practice will feel the impact. Poor communication leads to: 🚫 Missed appointments 🚫 Negative reviews 🚫 Lost trust (and revenue) The truth is most dental teams are never taught how to communicate with patients—and it shows. Learn why communication is the hidden skill that separates good teams from great ones: https://bit.ly/3IVcAjl #DentalTeamTraining #PatientExperience #DentalCommunication