As the sugar debate rages on, one question stands out from the rest: how far do we need to take 'sin taxes' to improve oral health?

We all know anything to deter patients from smoking is a good thing. So why is there a growing feeling e-cigarettes aren't the cessation option we're lead to believe?

We can all agree that the online digital world is a wonderful thing. Information is available at the click of a finger. But how accurate is that information? Where has it come from? And is it dangerous? This month's cover feature takes a look

Associates are the lifeblood of NHS dentistry in today's climate. But is the NHS climate forcing associates to look for private work?

Do you think you take fewer risks due to the environment you work in? That’s the question posed in this month’s issue. Is there an over-bearing, disjointed regulator providing a hostile environment so practitioners play it safe? Read on to find out.

You won’t have failed to hear about the horrendous nature of patient fines implemented by the NHS, particularly for special care patients. But what other challenges does this cohort face? We take a look at the multi-faceted issues facing special care patients

The integration of teams and utilisation of skill mix are buzz themes in dentistry today. In this month’s issue we're connecting the dots and looking at whether there exists a generation gap in the profession

The release of the government’s consultation on Professional Indemnity has got many corners of the profession talking. With their preferred option stated for the record, Kevin Lewis provides an insider’s view of discretionary indemnity and mutuality and what it could mean for the profession

More and more we’re hearing about patients not being able to access NHS dental services close to home. In the April edition of BDJ In Practice, we take a closer look at where some of these troublesome areas are, and the reasons behind them. You can also find out about the BDA’s new indemnity product, and why vicarious liability should be on your radar.