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Charity work

Dental charity work is a rewarding way for dental professionals to contribute skills and compassion to serve communities in need.

Introduction to charity work

Dental charities and volunteer initiatives address gaps in access to dental care, providing you with opportunities to help underserved populations both in the UK and overseas. Through these efforts, you can help improve oral health education, deliver preventive care, and offer treatment to people who may face barriers to regular dental services. Engaging in dental charity work allows you to reflect the profession's commitment to making a positive impact on the broader community and promoting dental wellbeing for all.

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Mixing it up

Chairside: Conversations about careers in dentistry

Fancy a portfolio career? What does it take to get the balance right? We ask three dentists who have each taken their passion for dentistry and developed an outlet outside of their clinical roles. From charitable work to dental education to committee involvement, we’re asking how these opportunities come about and how to manage having multiple work commitments. 
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