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British dentist and dental writer
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Jawad Abbas is a British general dentist, dental writer, and public commentator on oral health. He graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) from the University of Manchester in 2024 and is registered with the General Dental Council (GDC). He has written on topics including artificial intelligence in dentistry, dental anxiety, foundation year training, and TMJ diagnosis for Dentistry, a leading UK dental trade publication. In 2024, he was awarded the Dental Law and Ethics Forum (DLEF) Essay Prize and appeared on BBC Radio 1 and the BBC Asian Network discussing teeth whitening regulation.
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Education
Abbas studied dentistry at the University of Manchester, graduating with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) in 2024. He subsequently undertook a dental foundation training year as required by NHS England for newly qualified dentists in the United Kingdom.
Career
Clinical practice
Following graduation and foundation training, Abbas has worked as a general dental practitioner in the United Kingdom, providing both NHS and private dental care.
Dental writing
Abbas has contributed several articles to Dentistry, the primary trade publication of the UK dental profession, published by FMC. His articles have covered subjects including:
- The role of artificial intelligence in dentistry, examining both its benefits and potential drawbacks for dental professionals.[1]
- Diagnostic approaches to TMJ pain, arguing against reflexive treatment without thorough assessment.[2]
- Financial and psychological anxieties around charging for dental treatment, from the perspective of newly qualified clinicians.[3]
- Advice for dental graduates embarking on their foundation year.[4]
Broadcast media
On 29 October 2024, Abbas appeared on BBC Radio 1 and the BBC Asian Network's Newsbeat programme, where he discussed teeth whitening and the legal regulation of cosmetic dental procedures in the United Kingdom.[5]
Awards
DLEF Essay Prize (2024)
In 2024, Abbas was awarded the Essay Prize by the Dental Law and Ethics Forum (DLEF) in the category for registrants between two and five years post-registration. The DLEF, established 25 years ago, is a forum for professionals working in dental law and ethics, and runs an annual essay competition to encourage early-career dental professionals to engage with dento-legal aspects of their work.[6][7][8] Each winning entrant is required to present their essay at the DLEF's annual December meeting. The 2024 essay titles were described by DLEF President Chris Morris as being "designed to explore reflection on contemporary issues which can arise in dental practice."