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More than half of dental students in a newly-released study presented moderate or severe levels of depression. Results showed that around 23% had moderate depression while 34% had severe depression. In addition, 29% had medium depression and only 4% had minimal depression. The researchers concluded that the study contributes to a better understanding of the…
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Zirkonzahn will come again to the UK for the second edition of their lecture tour 2023, ‘Ultimate aesthetics – connected solutions, from prepping to rechecking’. During the lecture, DT Jürgen Feierabend (international lecturer, CAD/CAM expert and member of the R&D team at Zirkonzahn Headquarters) will show how Zirkonzahn’s connected workflows will greatly simplify your daily…
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Tests reveal that some vapes available in the UK that claim to be ‘nicotine-free’ actually contain the same level of addictive substances as their full-strength counterparts. According to a new report, data shared with The Guardian by Inter Scientific revealed that overstrength vapes are being sold unlawfully. Analysis of more than 50 products bought in England…
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We hear about Colgate’s Sensitive Instant Relief – an effective solution to protect patients from the pain of sensitive teeth. Many patients assume it is normal for their teeth to be sensitive when they eat or drink something hot or cold. This is not surprising given that up to 57% of patients are affected by…
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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… My experience as a trans man in dentistry Dental hygiene student Ben Marriott opens up about his own experience as a trans man in dentistry and how some simple steps could help to make dentistry more trans-inclusive.…
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The number of people living with diabetes in the UK has topped five million for the first time, a new report reveals. New figures from Diabetes UK show that 4.3 million people are now living with a diagnosis of diabetes in the UK. Figures for 2021-22 are up by 148,951 from 2020-21. In addition, more…
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We hear from Dr Natasha Luthra and Dr Trishna Dhot about how a strong vision and ‘incredible guidance’ helped them make their dream a reality. Ten years ago, Dr Natasha Luthra and Dr Trishna Dhot took over a three-surgery practice in Hillingdon, called Sweetcroft Dental Practice. For many years after the acquisition, the London Borough…
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Mydentist has announced that it is investing more than £7 million to increase the salaries of all its employed colleagues. This is the largest such investment in its history, with frontline practice teams seeing the pay rise from 1 April. Colleagues will receive an average pay increase of more than 5%. The pay review has…
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Childhood drawings made by Queen Elizabeth II and Princess Margaret while waiting for the dentist will be put up for auction later this month. The sketches – which have been verified by the palace – were created in 1938 when the late Queen Elizabeth II was only 12 years old. The pair drew while they…
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Practice Plan head of sales, Zoe Close, spoke to head of dental at MDDUS, Stephen Henderson, to get some advice on complaints and litigation. Complaints and litigation are a source of worry to dental teams. A 2018 survey of more than 1,000 dentists found that around 90% of them feared being sued by a patient.…
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Professor Dr Reem Hanna at UCL Eastman Dental Institute talks through her unique course on the ‘revolutionary’ use of laser technology in dentistry. Dr Reem Hanna is an Honorary Associate Professor at UCL Eastman Dental Institute in London, where she is an academic educator, director, coordinator and lead of the fellowship courses in laser dentistry…
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A low-carb lifestyle helps patients lose weight and even reverses type 2 diabetes, according to a GP and health expert. Dr David Unwin said a low-calorie diet plan reversed type 2 diabetes in more than half of his patients who were on the programme. The results will now be analysed by NHS officials, who are…
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Stop scanning…put a digital scanner in the hands of well-trained dental nurse or TCO and boost patient confidence and practice profits, says Dr Andy Toy. Correctly incorporating intraoral scanners into initial consultations is the key to signing up more patients for all types of treatment, creating a smoother consent process and avoiding any misunderstandings that…
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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… Why it’s harder than ever to find dental nurses As the recruitment crisis continues to rock dentistry, head dental nurse Hayley O’Neill considers why it is impacting the role of the dental nurse in particular. She considers…
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Renfert launches high-performance trimmer with clever features – the new wet trimmer MT premium from Renfert demonstrates masterful expertise in reliable professional equipment. On top of its high performance, the latest member of the MT trimmer family impresses with refined details. Once more, Renfert underlines its commitment to high-quality laboratory equipment that makes work convenient…
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Does your practice offer patient finance? If not, then Medenta business development manager, Andy Thomas explains just what patient finance is and how, especially during a cost of living crisis, it can help patients gain access to treatment. Times are hard for most people financially, at the moment. The cost of everyday living has risen…
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New research is calling for menu calorie counts to be scrapped, claiming they are ‘dangerous’ for people with eating disorders. A law meaning large businesses are required to display calorie information on menus and food labels was introduced in England in April 2022. But Beat – an eating disorder charity – are making calls for…
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We’re excited to share the big news with you – for one day only you can sign up and get a 50% discount on Dentistry Club Silver or Gold! You can access our CPD platform and a host of other benefits for half the price. But that’s not all – for those who sign up…
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The proposed licensing regime for non-surgical aesthetics will go ahead, writes Julian Perry The new Health and Care Bill (as discussed here in January) will bring with it a licensing regime around non-surgical aesthetic treatments. The regime is still in its consultation phase, meaning its specific requirements are undecided – although, recently, the government has…
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