Our latest podcasts

Pam Swain MBE, Chief Executive of the British Association of Dental Nurses (BADN) joins us for this episode of The Probe Dental Podcast, sponsored by R A Medical, to discuss the association’s history and what’s next as it looks to merge with trade union Community, as well as the current state of dental nursing in…

In a special edition of The Probe Dental Podcast, sponsored by Dental Directory, Chief Dental Officer for England Jason Wong MBE talks exclusively about the major NHS dental contract reforms that come into effect on 1st April 2026. Watch via The Probe’s YouTube channel: Or listen on Spotify! The reforms introduce fixed tariffs for complex treatments and…

Glen Taylor and Nicola Blake from Community Dental Services discuss the Community Interest Company’s new ‘green’ mobile dental units in this episode of The Probe Dental Podcast. They explain how CDS operates as a social enterprise and 100% employee-owned CIC, the patients that benefit from its mobile fleet, and why it has invested in green…

Dentaid the Dental Charity recently brought one of its mobile dental units to Tunbridge Wells, providing emergency care for vulnerable patients, including those experiencing homelessness. The Probe visited the mobile clinic to speak with the dental professionals involved, as well as one of the patients, to learn more about the vital work Dentaid does.

What 2025 Taught Us -and the Opportunities & Challenges Ahead in 2026 with Guest Host James Cooke – sponsored by EMS. The podcast of the British Society for Dental Hygiene and Therapy. This podcast shines a light on the issues shaping our profession today through inspiring conversations with innovators and leaders. Each bringing fresh perspectives…

Agilio Software, the UK’s leading provider of healthcare operations software, has officially acquired Patient Plan Direct (PPD), a specialist in dental membership plans. Joining us to discuss the vision behind this partnership are two people at the centre of it all: Andy Sloan, Managing Director for Dental at Agilio Software, and Simon Reynolds, Managing Director…

Dr Manrina Rhode, Dentist of the Year 2022, shares her insights on navigating awards season Applications are now open for The Probe Dental Awards, with submissions closing towards the end of February. Manrina recommends using the start of the year to identify relevant categories and prepare compelling applications. Enter at http://the-probe.co.uk/awards Getting Started The Dental…

The BSDHT and BSP combined the forces of their annual conferences in 2025, establishing The Oral Health Summit at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre. We took to the conference and exhibition hall to bring you the current view of oral health from The Summit.

Dr Manrina Rhode explains why addressing TMJ issues is essential before restoring worn anterior teeth Occlusion may be dentistry’s least glamorous topic, but according to Dr Manrina Rhode, it’s fundamental to successful smile makeovers, and ignoring it can lead to failed restorations and unhappy patients. Understanding Anterior Wear When patients present with aesthetic concerns, the…

With the release of Henry Schein One’s white paper – Current & Future Perceptions in Dentistry – Ben Flewett & James Harker join us to discuss the findings as dentistry enters a period of rapid transformation thanks to a combination of AI technology and government contract reforms. Conversation covers the UK’s atmosphere of uncertainty in…

Take a virtual wander around Dentistry Show London 2025, which took place 3-4 October at Excel London. Keep an eye out for the duck! https://london.dentistryshow.co.uk/

Ashley Latter, the renowned communication coach who helps dental teams with their sales technique, discusses his new book: The Perfect Dental Consultation. The conversation defines, and outlines the eight essential steps for achieving, a ‘perfect’ consultation. Ashley also describes how you can create your own economy with the right mindset, how patients don’t care what…