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HTM 01-05 Decontamination Standards (2026 Update)
A breakdown of the essential vs best practice requirements for local decontamination. What CQC inspectors look for first.
Practice
Precision.
The independent hub for verifiable CPD, rigorous clinical data, and direct supplier RFQs. No fluff. Just numbers.
• Verifiable CPD
• GDC Compliance
• Associate Contracts
• Equipment ROI
• CQC Inspections
• Infection Control
• Verifiable CPD
• GDC Compliance
• Associate Contracts
• Equipment ROI
• CQC Inspections
• Infection Control
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CPD Hub
Track your mandatory 50 hours. Verified guides for Medical Emergencies, Radiography, and Infection Control.
Browse CPD →
02
Practice Mgmt
Data-backed benchmarks for associate pay, CQC prep, and marketing ROI. Stop guessing.
View Benchmarks →
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Equipment
Compare CBCTs, chairs, and autoclaves. Submit one RFQ, get quotes from 3 vetted suppliers.
Start RFQ →Why our data matters
Most practice management advice is anecdotal. We survey 450+ UK practices quarterly to provide concrete figures on associate contracts, lab bills, and hygienist splits.
- Private Revenue Split (Avg) 45% - 50%
- Lab Bill Contribution 50%
- Hygienist Hourly (London) £38 - £45
Clinical & Business Tools
CBCT ROI Calculator
Calculate the break-even point for your cone beam investment.
Sterilisation Log
Generate compliant daily/weekly logs for your local Decon room.
Associate Pay
Model net pay based on UDA targets, private splits, and lab fees.
Supplier RFQ
Get quotes from 3 vetted suppliers in one click.
Latest Clinical Guidelines
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IRMER & IR(ME)R Compliance Toolkit
Understanding your roles as Employer, Referrer, Practitioner, and Operator. Includes downloadable local rules templates.
The State of UK Dentistry (2026)
42%
Practices Fully Private
£85k
Avg Associate Net
50h
Verifiable CPD/5yr
18m
NHS Waiting List
Mandatory CPD Core Subjects
View All| Subject | Recommended Cycle | Min Hours | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Emergencies | 10 hours per cycle (2h/yr) | 10h | View Course → |
| Disinfection & Decontamination | 5 hours per cycle | 5h | View Course → |
| Radiography & Radiation Protection | 5 hours per cycle | 5h | View Course → |
Stop guessing your overheads.
Our Hourly Rate Calculator factors in rent, staffing, materials, and lab fees to give you your exact break-even hourly rate.
- Granular material cost tracking
- Staff pension & NI contributions
- Depreciation of capital equipment
Clinical Minutes/Day: 390
Fixed Costs/Month: £14,500
Variable Costs/Hour: £42
Target Hourly Rate: £245
Procurement & Equipment
Don't buy a £50,000 CBCT without comparing maintenance contracts. We review the top gear and connect you with independent service engineers.
Patient Acquisition Cost (PAC)
Are you spending £100 or £400 to acquire a new Invisalign patient? Our marketing benchmark guide breaks down average PAC across SEO, PPC, and social.
Read the Benchmark Guide →
Metric of the week
£185
Avg PAC for high-ticket restorative (London)
Surviving the CQC
Inspectors don't care how good your margins are. They care about your fridge temperatures, your emergency drug logs, and your safeguarding protocols. Download our CQC Audit Checklist.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the CPD free?
Our guides detailing the requirements are free. We link to verifiable CPD providers, some of which charge for the actual certificate generation.
How do you make money?
We charge suppliers a flat fee when you submit a lead through our RFQ tool. We do not take affiliate commissions on courses or software.
How current is the contract data?
We run our associate contract survey in Q1 and Q3 of every year. Current data is from Q1 2026.
Submit Your Data
Help us build the most accurate benchmark in UK dentistry. Submit your anonymised associate split or hourly rate.