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The British Dental Association (BDA) said it will push to hold a referendum on government pledges to change consultant pay scales and the pay review process. The BDA and British Medical Association (BMA) are jointly pushing for an above inflation pay uplift for this year (2023/2024) and reforms to the Review Body on Doctors’ and…
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A new streamlined SDR was unveiled at the end of the summer to mixed reviews. Practice Plan regional support manager Joanne Phoenix spoke to dentist and chair of the Scottish Dental Association Douglas Thain to hear his views. I have spoken to a number of dentists and their views on the new SDR seem to…
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What makes the new SmartLite Pro EndoActivator from Dentsply Sirona the solution for faster and more effective root canal irrigation? The number one concern for clinicians performing endodontic treatment is cleaning the root canal. About 35% of canal surfaces are left untouched after instrumentation, mainly due to the anatomical complexities of the root canal system.…
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It’s been a busy week for dental news. Missed it? Here’s what’s happened over the past seven days… Autumn statement 2023 – what does it mean for dentistry? Chancellor Jeremy Hunt unveiled the government’s tax and spending plans in his Autumn statement this week. Revealed on Wednesday, Hunt announced cuts in national insurance – but warned that…
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Eating more ultra-processed foods (UPFs) may be associated with a higher risk of developing mouth, throat and oesophagus cancer. This is according to a new study led by researchers from the University of Bristol and the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC). Results from the team’s analyses showed that eating 10% more UPFs is…
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Partnering with a premium implant provider is about so much more than just using a quality proven implant, says BioHorizons. It’s also about getting down to the ‘nitty gritty’ with reliable in-surgery support, unwavering customer service, and having an ‘always on hand’ approach. Premium; a status that symbolises delivering a high-quality product, exceptional added-value, and…
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Dr Andrew Fish describes why EthOss is his go-to bone graft material and how it stands out from the rest. Please tell us a bit about your journey into dentistry. I graduated from Glasgow University in 2006 and spent the next two years within a speciality training programme at the Edinburgh Dental Institute. Following that,…
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Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has unveiled the government’s tax and spending plans in his autumn statement – we explore what this means for dentistry. Revealed today (Wednesday 22 November), Hunt announced cuts in national insurance – but warned that economic growth will be slower than first predicted. Some of the key announcements include: National insurance paid…
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Matt Swinney, head of image sensing solutions, SES, and specialised business unit, Sony Europe, explains how documenting progress and precision with dental photography can benefit the practice and patients. Photography is becoming an increasingly important tool in the arsenal of dental healthcare professionals, given the extent of ways it can elevate their practice. Photography, once…
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The dental profession has slammed upcoming proposals that will form part of this week’s Autumn Budget to limit access to free dentistry for the unemployed. According to new plans by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt, welfare claimants who ‘refuse’ to engage with their jobcentre or take work offered to them may lose benefits. Under the current system,…
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It’s been a busy week for dental news. Missed it? Here’s what’s happened over the past seven days… Introducing Dentistry’s Saving Grace campaign At such a crucial time in dentistry, Dentistry is calling for fairer regulation to reduce the number of unnecessary removals from the GDC register. We have heard numerous stories of dedicated dental professionals being…
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At such a crucial time in dentistry, Dentistry is calling for fairer regulation to reduce the number of unnecessary removals from the GDC register. As a leading voice of UK dentistry, FMC understands the potential impact of the current regulations by the General Dental Council (GDC) on the profession. From dental technicians to dental nurses,…
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Dental professionals should be clear when communicating dental charges and fees to patients, says the Dental Defence Union (DDU). This follows recent report published by the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman, which found that the number of dental complaints about NHS treatment in England has risen. Statistics show they have increased from 1,193 in 2017/18…
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Aura Infection Control, the United Kingdom and Ireland’s premier supplier of dental decontamination products, invites you to step behind the curtains and explore the inner workings of its state-of-the-art facilities. Offering a comprehensive range of products to ensure dental practices meet the highest standards of hygiene and safety, Aura’s dedication to quality, efficiency, and sustainability…
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More than one third of sweet food and drink products sold in major high street coffee shops exceed an adult’s daily limit of sugar in just one serving. This is according to a new survey carried out by Action on Sugar, a UK charity focused on sugar and its impact on health. To mark Sugar…
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It’s been a busy week for dental news. Missed it? Here’s what’s happened over the past seven days… Mouth cancer deaths linked to lack of NHS dentists, say campaigners The British Dental Association (BDA) has called for urgent action on mouth cancer, stressing that dental access can be the ‘difference between life and death’. New…
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Dr Montse Galiano explains why AlignerFlow LC offers excellent adaptation in the template splint, high stability and abrasion resistance, as well as additional fluorescence. Modern aligner therapy opens up new treatment options in dental and orthodontic practices. The spectrum of dysgnathia corrections and their implementation success is increased by means of attachments. The precise fit…
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Calls are being made for the creation of a new dental school in Dorset in a bid to increase the number of NHS dentists. Speaking at Dorset Council’s People and Health Committee, deputy director for strategic health commissioning for NHS Dorset, Robert Payne, said dentists are experiencing ‘genuine distress’ trying to meet current demand. The…
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Almost six in ten (59%) Brits say they see the same dentist more consistently than they see the same GP, according to new data. Released by Denplan, the survey also shows that a quarter of respondents (25%) that visit the dentist stay with the same dentist for more than 10 years and nearly one in…
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