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Autoclaves use high-pressure saturated steam to ensure instruments are free from microbial contamination. They effectively eliminate bacteria, viruses, fungi and spores, preventing cross-contamination and ensuring patient safety. Without them, dental clinics would be breeding grounds for contamination and infection. Investing in a reliable autoclave goes beyond mere compliance. It’s essential for ensuring high-quality patient care…
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Early-career dentists and dental therapists could be in the running for a fully-funded training event in Belgium, thanks to a recently launched charity. The Tom Bereznicki Charitable Educational Foundation, in collaboration with the College of General Dentistry and GC, has 18 places available on the CGDent and GC Award for foundation trainees. Dentists and dental…
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We take a closer look at data from the Dentistry Census 2024 on the topic of mental health for World Mental Health Day. Mental health problems are a growing concern within dentistry. With the sector struggling with issues ranging from patient litigation to the collapse of NHS services, it is perhaps unsurprising many dental professionals…
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Dental practice refurbishment can be key to attracting and retaining patients and staff. An attractive exterior is inviting. A calming surgery room can put people at ease. Creating space for staff can boost morale. When undertaking a dental practice refurbishment, there are many things to consider, from your designs and build through to funding and…
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A new charity is aiming to fill the clinical skills gap for recent dental graduates with affordable training courses. While teaching at final year undergraduate level at King’s College London, during and after the COVID pandemic, dentist Tom Bereznicki witnessed a decline in students’ clinical experience. Gone are the days of undergraduate dental students experiencing…
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Sandy Ortanca discusses Emface, a groundbreaking energy-based device to revolutionise non-invasive facial aesthetics
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Are you looking to reduce your carbon footprint? Patrick Ward presents a guide to helping your practice become carbon neutral or net zero. The impact of climate change is becoming starker every year. In the UK alone we are seeing hotter summers, increased flooding and colder winters. This is impacting everything from public health to…
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We all have a part to play in protecting our planet and adapting to sustainable practices can have hidden benefits, but where do you start? Patrick Ward investigates. How much do you know about sustainable (or green) dentistry? Perhaps it is a concept you, your practice or your group are already exploring but are unsure…
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Researchers at the University of Birmingham have received funding for a project to create mouth cancer-detecting lollipops. The flavoured lollipop could be set to speed up diagnoses and identify cancer at an earlier stage. They will be made using a type of smart material called hydrogel, which would be designed to capture proteins from the…
