Rowan Thomas

Rowan Thomas

Author at Dentistry Online


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Ortho meets restorative: the ultimate power duo

The Aligner Dental Academy explains how orthodontics can be combined with restorative dentistry within the Invisalign system. In today’s world of modern dentistry, creating beautiful, functional smiles often takes more than just one pair of hands. When orthodontics – particularly clear aligners like Invisalign – teams up with restorative dentistry, the results can be game-changing. In…

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Antiviral treatment developed for oral cancer-causing HPVs

A world-first antiviral treatment has been developed for human papillomaviruses (HPVs), which researchers say has ‘significant potential‘. Currently, no antiviral treatment options exist for the treatment of HPVs. The viruses cause infections in the skin and mucous membranes, which can develop into cancers – including those of the head and neck. Researchers have now found…

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From chaos to clarity: how the right CRM transforms your patient journey

Join David Nelkin at 7pm on 15 July as he discusses how the right customer relationship management system (CRM) can transform your patient journey. In this webinar, David will explore how a dental-specific CRM can transform your patient journey from first enquiry to long-term retention. Attendees will how to automate nurturing, integrate seamlessly with your…

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Smartee Kinder and Teen: non-surgical orthodontics for growing smiles

Smartee, a global leader in clear aligner innovation, has launched Smartee Kinder and Smartee Teen in Europe – a comprehensive orthodontic solution designed specifically for children and teens. Recognising the importance of early orthodontic intervention, Smartee offers an age-specific, full-spectrum approach that integrates different therapies. By combining clear aligners, myofunctional trainers, and functional appliances, the Smartee Kinder…

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NHS 10-Year Plan: profession responds to therapy-led model

A greater emphasis on therapy-led dentistry was among the measures announced in the NHS 10-Year Health Plan, but how will this work? Dental therapists share their thoughts. Released on 3 July, the 10-Year Health Plan introduced several key changes for dentistry as part of the government’s future plans for the NHS. One of these was…

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Treeline Dental achieves Silver Award from the Armed Forces Covenant

Treeline Dental is proud to have achieved a Silver Award from the Armed Forces Covenant. The midlands-based dental group believes it has a responsibility to give back to the community it serves. This spirit of integration has seen a number of charity and community-based projects come to life that support local people. With over 14…

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Celebrating 20 years of IPS e.max all-ceramic: all ceramic, all you need

Welcome to the future of dental restorations! Ivoclar shares the benefits of IPS e.max all-ceramic, a high-strength aesthetic restoration material. First introduced 20 years ago, IPS e.max has redefined quality in all-ceramic dental restorations. High-strength, aesthetic materials set new standards and provided solutions for a variety of needs. From the start, the product family impressed not…

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NHS 10-Year Health Plan: therapy-led reform and graduate tie-in confirmed 

The government has unveiled its 10-Year Health Plan, detailing major reforms of the NHS – here’s every change that affects dentistry. The 10-Year Health Plan lays out the government’s plans for the future of healthcare in the UK. The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) said it ‘delivers one of the most seismic shifts…

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From squat to success – expert strategies to avoid common setbacks

Join Bobby Bhandal, Pat Langley and David Nelkin on 7 July at 7pm as they discuss expert strategies to avoid common setbacks as a squat practice. Thinking of starting your own dental squat practice? It’s an exciting step – but one filled with potential pitfalls that can cost time, money and momentum. This practical, no-fluff…

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New employment programme for dental graduates offers year abroad in Australia

A new two-year employed development programme has been created for dental graduates – which includes a funded certificate in restorative dentistry and the option of a year abroad in Australia. The Springboard DFT+ programme will be open to university graduates and those completing their dental foundation training. It will provide two years of structured learning…

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Step back into practice with confidence – new ‘Return to practice’ course

LonDEC’s new course for dental professionals looking to return to clinical practice is now open for enrolment. LonDEC is excited to announce the launch of its brand new six-module ‘Return to practice with confidence’ course at King’s College London’s renowned dental education centre. Located just minutes from London Waterloo Station, LonDEC is ideally placed for…

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Small yet powerful: Renfert’s first portable dental suction unit

Renfert introduces SILENT XS: a mobile suction unit providing a cleaner working environment in the dental office. Renfert’s SILENT XS is the first portable suction unit specifically designed for dental offices and in-house laboratories. Battery-powered, with LED lighting and H13/HEPA material in the main filter, it ensures a dust-free working environment and combines maximum flexibility…

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GDC extends fitness to practise improvements

The initial enquiries process introduced to improve ‘timeliness and proportionality’ in fitness to practise proceedings will now apply to isolated reports of low-level misconduct. In November 2024, the General Dental Council (GDC) announced the new process which limits the amount of information gathered at the initial stages of a fitness to practise investigation. At that…

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What is causing dissatisfaction in the dental profession?

The newest edition of Dental Protection’s Riskwise journal examines root cause of job dissatisfaction in dentistry. Dental Protection dental director Raj Rattan has urged dental professionals to probe the root cause of any dissatisfaction with dentistry, in the latest issue of Dental Protection’s journal Riskwise. In his ‘Changing places’ editorial, Raj Rattan says disillusionment with…

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AI to trigger CQC inspections in hospital dentistry settings

New artificial intelligence technology will scan NHS systems to flag safety concerns to the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Described as a ‘world first’ by the Department of Health and Social Care, the AI warning system aims to identify safety concerns before they escalate. It will analyse hospital data to identify patterns of abuse, serious injuries,…

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Transforming patients into lifetime members

Join Ashley Latter, Emma Wilks and Dan Broadbent on Tuesday 1 July at 7pm as they discuss transforming patients into lifetime members. If you have a practice offering general dentistry, learn the essential strategies to utilise a membership plan and how to keep patients with you for life. Find out how to identify target patients…

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Total confidence – new Colgate Total Active Prevention

The new Colgate Total Active Prevention toothpaste features a stabilised stannous formula that targets the root causes of common oral problems. Colgate recently invited 43,000 UK dental professionals to try this innovation, with 415 sharing their feedback after eight weeks to give you total confidence. Here’s what dental professionals had to say: The new Colgate…


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