Rowan Thomas

Rowan Thomas

Author at Dentistry Online


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Aesthetic crown lengthening made easy with the EduDent Masterclass in 2024

Learn more about the application of crown lengthening in cosmetic dentistry – EduDent introduces its one-day masterclass. The one-day (seven hours’ CPD) event is aimed at clinicians interested in learning more about crown lengthening and its application in particular, to enhancing cosmetic cases. Short term orthodontics and cosmetic bonding can really change a smile, but…

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‘The crisis will remain a burning issue’ – experts respond to the NHS dental recovery plan

Key figures in the UK dental profession have shared their thoughts on the recently-released NHS dental recovery plan. The government’s long-awaited recovery plan for NHS dentistry was released yesterday (7 February) to a mixed response from the dental profession. The report promises measures such as a one-off £20,000 for dentists to work in under-served areas, an…

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Malocclusion matters – the benefits of offering clear aligner treatment

Straumann explains how offering clear aligner treatment can prove a lucrative revenue stream for your practice. If the recent demise of Smile Direct Club showed that aligners based on at-home moulding kits at a ‘discount’ price was always a recipe for disaster, it also showed just how in demand clear aligner treatment is. A reported…

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Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week with Bupa Dental Care

Bupa Dental Care celebrates National Apprenticeship Week with inspiring stories from dental nurse apprentices. As we approach National Apprenticeship Week from 5 to 11 February, Bupa Dental Care’s latest research that shows 76% of healthcare workers feel that their job makes a real difference to society. However, 27% of those outside the healthcare sector lack the…

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Click, bond, save – a win-win adhesive

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 is…

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Join the revolution in dental hygiene – the 2024 Dental Hygienist Roadshow!

Get ready to be part of something extraordinary! Listerine invites you to the 2024 Dental Hygienist Roadshow and exclusive Q&A forums. This is your chance to explore the introduction of an adjunctive mouthwash and its transformative effects on patient oral health. Sign up to register your interest in attending our exclusive Q&A Forum: Engage with…

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Portman-Dentex – one team, one future

The One Team – One Future Leadership Conference offered a jam-packed day of connection and growth. Rowan Thomas shares her thoughts on the event. On Tuesday 5 December, delegates from across the Portman-Dentex network gathered at the Hilton Metropole in Birmingham for the One Team – One Future Leadership Conference. The event was the first…

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Which song is most calming to patients in a dental waiting room?

New research has revealed which song has the most positive impact on patients in a healthcare waiting room. Practice management company Tebra first analysed 286 playlists on Spotify with ‘waiting room’ or terms associated with healthcare environments in the title. ‘Don’t Stop Believin” by Journey was found to be the most popular waiting room song.…

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A guide to discovering untapped potential in your dental practice

Software of Excellence offers a solution that empowers dental practitioners to understand, optimise and unlock the untapped potential of their practice. Running a dental practice can be both rewarding and challenging. The daily pressures and responsibilities often consume your time and attention, leaving little room to explore new avenues for growth. However, Software of Excellence…

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Get your skills in shape with DB Orthodontics educational programmes

Elevate your expertise in a range of orthodontic skills – DB Orthodontics introduces its portfolio of educational courses. Collaboration with leading professionals from the orthodontic, dental and dental technology industries is at the heart of DB Orthodontics, and this fuels a passion for providing world class educational courses. DB Orthodontics invites you to discover six…

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Around 50 days of productive time per employee lost to poor wellbeing in 2023, study says

A new study found that around 50 days of productive time per employee were lost to poor physical and mental wellbeing in 2023. Vitality’s recently-released Britain’s Healthiest Workplace survey polled almost 5,000 employees at 59 workplaces. It found that on average, 43.6 days were lost to unproductive time in the workplace and 6.1 to sickness…

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Discover the Damira difference and exciting opportunities

Damira Dental Studios discusses the benefits of joining the team and the job opportunities currently available in Damira practices. In the dynamic field of dentistry, securing a workplace that meets your professional goals is crucial. Damira Dental Studios distinguishes itself as a top choice for dental professionals, providing modern facilities, a supportive work environment and…

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Celebrating 25 years in dentistry – where it all started

Bupa Dental Care is celebrating its 25th anniversary – learn more about the team who have made the London Bank practice what it is today. On 29 January 1999, Bupa began offering dental care after acquiring a small number of dental practices in central London. The largest of these is Bupa Dental Care London Bank, which has…

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One quarter of adults have delayed dental care due to cost, study says

One third of adults said the cost of dental care had affected the type of treatment they had, with a quarter having to delay treatment for this reason. This is according to new statistics published by the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities (OHID) on 25 January. To collect the data, OHID polled 6,343 adults…

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Periodontitis treatment simplified with Ubigel

Dental Sky shares some advice for treating periodontitis, including its new non-surgical solution for regeneration the oral mucosa. Managing periodontitis is challenging. The earlier the diagnosis, the better the chances are of preventing tooth loss and/or more serious systemic diseases. Dental Sky is excited to launch Ubigel, a Class II A medical device that’s a therapy…

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New gastric balloon obesity treatment keeps 95% of weight off

A new weight loss system using a gastric balloon contained within a pill is now being administered by the NHS. The treatment is an out-patient procedure that can be carried out in 15 minutes. Patients swallow a capsule containing the gastric balloon, with an X-ray confirming correct positioning. The balloon is then filled with water…

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The sweet spot for AI and dental imaging technology

Pearl introduces the benefits of diagnostic artificial intelligence (AI) imaging technology in dental practice. Often it’s not what you can see but rather what you can’t see that matters. There’s hope for that scenario through the supportive relationship between artificial intelligence and dental imaging technology. Consider such an innovation as a second opinion for your…

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‘Size doesn’t matter’ – BDA casts doubt on government promises

The government’s promises of a ‘big package of change’ for NHS dentistry have been received with scepticism from the dental community. The government was challenged to reveal when its long-term recovery plan for NHS dentistry would be released at the House of Commons yesterday (23 January). Under-Secretary for Health Andrea Leadsom replied that the plan…


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