What the New Contract Really Means for You as a Dentist and Practice Owner For most of the last decade, NHS dentistry has felt like a system held together by goodwill, overstretched teams, and contracts that no longer reflect clinical reality. In England, 2026 marks a turning point. Not because everything is suddenly […]
How to Relocate to Scotland as a Dentist, The Complete Guide for UK Associates More and more UK dentists are looking north, swapping long commutes, unrealistic targets, and UDA stress for modern practices, guaranteed income, and a better way of life. If you are already GDC registered in England or Wales moving to Scotland to
What’s a Fair Private % Split for UK Dentists in 2025-2026 (With Regional Breakdown + GDC Data) If you’re a dental associate in the UK working privately (or part-private), you may hear the term “private % split” thrown around. But what does it mean, what’s fair in 2025-26, and how does region affect it? Let’s
Current UDA Rates in the UK (2025 – 2026)! What Dentists Should Know by Region If you’re an Associate Dentist working within the NHS or a mixed practice, you’ve probably asked yourself at least once this year.. “What’s a fair UDA rate right now?” With rates shifting rapidly across the UK due to
Private vs NHS Dentistry – How the Market Is Shifting in 2026 What’s changing and what it means for hiring. As 2025 draws to a close, the divide between private and NHS dentistry has never been clearer. Heading into 2026, one thing is certain, the UK dental workforce is changing direction fast. The shift
How to Attract (and Keep) Associate Dentists in a Candidate-Driven Market Practical steps for practices that want to stand out in 2026 The UK dental market hasn’t calmed down, if anything, it’s tighter than ever. Associate dentists have options, and practices that want to attract the best people can’t just rely on “we’re hiring” posts
The State of UK Dental Recruitment in 2025 What’s going on, what it means and what should you do. The UK dental recruitment market is riding some serious waves right now.There are big opportunities but also big challenges. If you’re a dental practice looking to hire, or a dental professional looking for your next move,
