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JCP study shows that periodontitis is linked to Covid-19 complications

JCP study shows that periodontitis is linked to Covid-19 complications

03.02.2021

Research just published in the EFP’s Journal of Clinical Periodontology (JCP) shows an association between periodontitis and worse outcomes in patients with Covid-19.

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Wellbeing Support for the Dental Team

Wellbeing Support for the Dental Team

29.01.2021

Wellbeing Support for the Dental Team has been created for all dental team members, including students and non-clinical roles.

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A message from Early Career Group Chair, Dr Mitul Shah

A message from Early Career Group Chair, Dr Mitul Shah

29.01.2021

I would like to begin by wishing all members a Happy New Year. I truly hope that everybody is coping under the current circumstances and that your family and loved ones are in good health.

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Farewell from Eric Rooney, Deputy Chief Dental Officer England

Farewell from Eric Rooney, Deputy Chief Dental Officer England

28.01.2021

Please see the latest oral health update from the CDO’s office to the profession, along with a farewell from Eric Rooney, Deputy Chief Dental Officer England.

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A note from our President…

A note from our President…

26.01.2021

Happy New Year to all our members and welcome to the first e-newsletter of 2021! As you will know, this year I am taking on the role of Acting President, on behalf of my dear friend, Dr Nik Pandya.

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Joint statement on how we regulate in light of COVID-19

Joint statement on how we regulate in light of COVID-19

14.01.2021

Today, the GDC have issue a joint statement, with health and social care regulators, on how they regulate in light of COVID-19.

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Dental professionals and their teams are now being prioritised for a COVID-19 vaccine

Dental professionals and their teams are now being prioritised for a COVID-19 vaccine

07.01.2021

The Chief Dental Officer has announced that alongside other health and care staff, dental professionals and their teams are now being prioritised for a COVID-19 vaccine.

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Dental practices are to stay open  - update from Chief Dental Officer England

Dental practices are to stay open - update from Chief Dental Officer England

05.01.2021

Sara Hurley has issued a short update to the dental profession following the latest announcement from the Prime Minister’s.

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Update to NHS dental teams from Eric Rooney (Deputy CDO England)

Update to NHS dental teams from Eric Rooney (Deputy CDO England)

31.12.2020

Eric Rooney, Deputy Chief Dental Officer, has sent out an update to the profession containing information on the vaccine news and EU Exit. 

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