Rowan Thomas

Rowan Thomas

Author at Dentistry Online


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Dentistry is a topic politicians will not be allowed to ignore

With a general election round the corner, Nigel Jones and Eddie Crouch discuss where dentistry will fit into politicians’ plans. What does the future of NHS dentistry look like? This was the subject of a conversation between BDA chair, Eddie Crouch, and Practice Plan sales and marketing director, Nigel Jones, during a session at the…

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‘How I manage a flock of sheep and two dental practices’

When Andrea Grocott isn’t busy managing two dental practices in Newcastle-under-Lyme, she can be found tending to her flock of sheep. Andrea Grocott is practice manager at mydentist Liverpool Road and mydentist Cherry Orchard in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire. Andrea ensures the smooth operation of her practices but her life outside of work takes an unexpectedly charming…

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A game-changer for clear aligner therapy success

VOCO explains why using the right products for aligner attachments can be revolutionary when delivering clear aligner therapy. Clear aligner therapy is revolutionising dentistry thanks to advanced computer-aided design and 3D printing technology. Customising treatment plans for each patient and providing virtually invisible aligners has transformed the orthodontic experience, enhancing patient satisfaction and compliance. Its…

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Click, bond, save: a win-win situation for restorations

Adhese Universal is a light-cured single-component adhesive for bonding direct and indirect restorations – one adhesive for complete flexibility. Sustainability is more than a buzzword Because your routine workload is already heavy enough, Ivoclar offers you solutions that are designed to help streamline your workflows and save time, materials and money. In this context, sustainability…

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Envisage Dental: a natural partner for private clinics

Envisage Dental explains how Dr Brett Garner developed Serenity Dental to the highest standards possible with Envisage as its partner. For almost two decades, Dr Brett Garner has built Serenity Dental into a five-chair high quality private dental clinic in Hampshire. His journey from being a local patient to becoming an associate, and then finally…

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Compulsory NHS tie-in for new dentists under consideration

The government has launched a consultation on a ‘tie-in period’ that would require newly-qualified dentists to work in the NHS for several years after graduation. Launched today (23 May), the eight-week consultation will ask whether dentists should commit to delivering a minimum amount of NHS care or have to repay some of the training costs…

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Case assessment and treatment planning for Invisalign

Aligner Dental Academy underscores the crucial role of conducting a thorough case assessment and creating an effective treatment plan for Invisalign cases. ‘Failing to prepare is preparing to fail’ as wisely stated by Benjamin Franklin, holds particularly true in the field of dentistry. In this article, we underscore the crucial role of conducting a thorough case…

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Does the profession support £20,000 NHS ‘golden hellos’?

The government is now offering £20,000 ‘golden hellos’ to dentists willing to relocate to underserved areas – dental professionals share their thoughts. On 10 May, NHS England confirmed the launch of a ‘golden hello’ recruitment scheme which was first announced as part of the NHS dental recovery plan. Andrea Leadsom said this scheme would help…

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Increased private care could lead to ‘inequalities’, says report

There has been a ‘relentless drift to the private sector’ within UK healthcare and dentistry, according to a new report by the Nuffield Trust. Published on 16 May, the Nuffield Trust report explores the changing role of the private sector in UK healthcare. The trust described ‘serious problems with access to care, workforce relations and…

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Find trusted dental equipment suppliers for your business 

The BDIA explains how you can find trusted dental equipment suppliers for your business with its Member Directory. Operating a successful dental practice demands a steady stream of equipment, consumables and materials procured regularly. Yet amid the rising costs of running such a business, the allure of seeking out bargains and cheaper alternatives may seem…

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London worst UK city for discoloured teeth, study says

A study of 17 UK cities said that London was the most likely to have people with discoloured teeth. Conducted by Dentaly.org, the study used five metrics to determine how likely tooth discolouration was in each city. These were tea consumption, coffee consumption, alcohol consumption, percentage of smokers and number of tea/coffee houses per 10,000…

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Designing a squat practice – dreams of a brighter future

Enkeleda and Robert Kadiu share the process of designing their new beginnings by opening squat practice, Novo Dental. Multiple challenges have marked Enkeleda Kadiu’s path in dentistry, but she hasn’t allowed them to deter her from becoming a dentist. Rather than hindrances, they have only propelled her forward, fuelling her determination to fulfil her dream. …

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A glimpse of Zirkonzahn’s new Premolaris production site

Zirkonzahn introduces Premolaris, its production site for the assembly of milling units, scanners and furnaces in-house. The in-house principle has always guided Zirkonzahn since its first steps in the dental market. This principle is applied to almost the whole range of company’s products, which includes dental materials (such as zirconia, metals and resins), CAD/CAM systems,…

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Caries linked to lack of supervised brushing in childhood, study says

A new study found that more than half of participants who had dental caries were not supervised when brushing their teeth as children. Published on 13 May in Cureus, the study investigated the link between oral hygiene behaviours and attitudes and oral health problems in minority undergraduate students. Approximately 150 students were surveyed, all of…

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How is CQC inspection changing?

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) single assessment framework came into force on 13 May – what does this mean for inspection processes? The CQC began inspecting dental practices using the single assessment framework on 13 May. Most practices may not notice a significant difference during inspections. However those last inspected before April 2015 may notice…

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Health budget underspent by £5.5 billion, says report

New analysis by the Institute of Fiscal Studies (IFS) suggests that the government has spent £5.5 billion less on health than it pledged five years ago. In 2019, the Conservative Party indicated that the health budget would increase by 3.3% annually throughout this parliamentary term. However an IFS report estimated the annual increase to be…


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