Rowan Thomas

Rowan Thomas

Author at Dentistry Online


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Tailored orthodontic care without compromise

Discover Clarity Portal’s ability to give you the freedom to choose the best orthodontic treatment for your patients. Imagine having the flexibility to treat each patient exactly as their case demands – without being limited by a single modality or platform. Today’s orthodontic landscape is evolving, and so are your patients’ expectations. They want aesthetics,…

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Essential aspects of occlusion for the general dental practitioner

Join Paul Tipton on 5 March at 7pm as he discusses essential aspects of occlusion for the general dental practitioner. Often regarded as one of the most challenging concepts in restorative dentistry, occlusion can feel complex and abstract. This session is designed to demystify occlusion by breaking it down into clear, logical principles that are…

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Building surgical confidence and expanding clinical capability in implant dentistry

Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS) introduces Modules 3 and 4 of its Postgraduate Diploma in Dental Implant Reconstructive Surgery. Following the strong diagnostic, planning and restorative foundations established in Modules 1 and 2, clinicians on the Postgraduate Diploma in Dental Implant Reconstructive Surgery at BSMS progress into the core surgical and reconstructive elements of…

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Value today, sell for more tomorrow: a real practice sale success story

Join Nick Moore and James Connan on 4 March at 7pm as they discuss a real practice sale success story demonstrating that you can value today and sell for more tomorrow. By the end of this webinar, attendees will understand how dental practice value can be improved well in advance of a sale. They will…

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Fluoridation – the way forward

The British Fluoridation Society (BFS) recently held a live webinar to share the learnings from the recent successful expansion of water fluoridation in the north east of England, as this was the first important test of new legislation from the 2022 Health Care Act. This move transferred responsibilities to the Secretary of State, launched by…

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Achieving functional and aesthetic harmony in real-world clinical scenarios

Join Ashish Soneji on 3 March at 7pm as he discusses how to achieve functional and aesthetic harmony in real-world clinical scenarios. This webinar will provide a structured understanding of how to manage challenging everyday clinical scenarios and clinical tool kit required to help you achieve this. Learning outcomes The speaker Ash Soneji qualified from…

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Experts slam dentistry ‘double standard’ as GPs receive funding uplift

The government has announced a £485 million budget uplift for GPs, leading experts to question why funding for dentistry has remained static for so long. The British Dental Association (BDA) said that NHS dentistry has operated with a flat budget for a generation, with government contributions in 2023/24 lower than in 2010/11. Meanwhile, the £485…

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Pledged 700,000 extra appointments expanded to non-urgent cases

The 700,000 additional dental appointments promised by the government will now apply to a broader scope of cases, following criticism of the limited amount considered ‘urgent’. In February 2025, the government announced that 700,000 additional urgent dental appointments would be rolled out across England. However, chief dental officer (CDO) for England Jason Wong said the scope…

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Seven in 10 elite athletes have periodontal disease

Elite athletes have significantly worse dental health than their peers, a study has found – with 70% presenting with periodontal disease and 46% with active caries. Despite continuous access to dental and medical support, researchers have found that elite athletes have significantly worse oral health than expected. Study authors Fernando Mata and Cristina López de…

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How switching to a digital ecosystem can make every patient consultation count

Restorative and aesthetic specialist Dr Amit Patel explains how he is redefining the patient experience by placing digital technology at the centre of every consultation. As an early adopter of Align Technology’s digital ecosystem, Dr Patel has built a workflow that makes dentistry clearer, more accessible and far more engaging for patients. The Align Oral…

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Bringing innovation directly to your practice: the value of a Plandemo visit

Planmeca explains how a Plandemo visit can allow dental practices to experience a fully immersive demonstration of the latest technology on their doorstep. For busy dental practices, finding the time to explore new technology while managing a full patient schedule can be a real challenge. That’s exactly where Planmeca’s mobile showroom makes a difference –…

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Protecting patient data: cybersecurity in dentistry

Join Jack Cooke on 26 February at 7pm as he discusses cybersecurity and protecting patient data in dentistry. This webinar will raise awareness of the most common cyber attacks affecting dental practices. It will explain, in clear and practical terms, how ransomware attacks operate and the risks they pose to patient data and business continuity.…

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From biomimetic science to clinical practice: peptides in regenerative dentistry and medicine

Join Victoria Sampson on 25 February at 7pm as she discusses peptides in regenerative dentistry and medicine from biomimetic science to clinical practice. This webinar will provide dental professionals with a high-level understanding of self-assembling peptide (SAP) technology and its role in advancing minimally invasive, regenerative, and biologically driven care in dentistry and medicine. Attendees…

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Financial dentophobia has caused one in four Brits to delay treatment

One quarter of Brits have delayed dentist visits due to fear of the cost of treatment, known as financial dentophobia. This is according to research by consumer healthcare company, Haleon. It found that 31% of adults would seek treatment sooner if costs were lower or clearer. In addition to financial obstacles, major reasons for putting…

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The 10 questions dentists should be asking their accountant

Fortuous Dental Accountants explains why better financial clarity starts with better conversations with your accountant. Walk into a coffee shop and say: ‘I’ll have a coffee.’ You’ll get something drinkable, but probably not what you actually wanted. Say instead: ‘Flat white. Oat milk. One shot. Extra hot.’ Same barista, very different result. That simple idea…

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Stop flying blind: lessons from six months of Dentalmonitoring in NHS orthodontics

Join Maria McNally on 24 February at 7pm as she discusses lessons learned from six months of Dentalmonitoring in NHS orthodontics. This webinar will explore how NHS orthodontic teams used Dentalmonitoring over six months to improve clinical oversight, reduce unseen risk between visits, and reflect on what this meant for standard of care within NHS…


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