Rowan Thomas

Rowan Thomas

Author at Dentistry Online


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How to perform a head and neck cancer screening

The Mouth Cancer Foundation illustrates the screening protocol for dental professionals to carry out in the practice. When it comes to cancer, early diagnosis is key to ensuring patients have the best possible outcome. Therefore, all dental professionals are encouraged to carry out a thorough head and neck cancer screening on every patient at least…

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What is The Dental Hygienist Roadshow?

We hear what The Dental Hygienist Roadshow was all about and touch on what each of the speakers covered. Throughout 2023, the world of dental hygiene has witnessed an exciting event – The Dental Hygienist Roadshow by Johnson & Johnson Ltd.  Visiting cities across the UK, Professor Iain Chapple, Simone Ruzario, Benjamin Tighe and Laura…

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Championing the role of the dentist in overall health

Denplan breaks down key statistics from it’s Oral Healthcare Report, highlighting the role of dentistry in the overall health of the public. In our recent Oral Healthcare Report, we revealed the vital role of the dentist in public life. More than one quarter (28%) of adults surveyed said they had asked their dentist about problems…

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Transforming orthodontics with 3D printed palatal expanders

DB Digital Solutions is excited to offer 3D printed metal palatal expanders to their range of cutting-edge digital orthodontic products and services. What innovative solutions are changing the way orthodontists work? Expansion – achieving precise results with comfort Discover 3D printed palatal expanders, including quad helixes and trans-palatal arches (TPAs). These state-of-the-art appliances eliminate the…

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Sugar tax linked to fall in child tooth extractions in hospitals – the profession reacts

Last week, a study suggested that the sugar tax may have reduced the amount of child hospital admissions for tooth extractions. We spoke to the dental profession to find out what this means. New research published in BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health suggests that the number of under 18s having a tooth removed due to decay may…

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Take care of your technicians and they will take care of you!

Straumann explains how laboratories can take care of their technicians to ensure that they retain a high quality workforce. Demand for the services of a dental laboratory that provides high-quality, precision-made products has never been higher. Particularly if they’re created beautifully and economically, and delivered on time. This can be difficult to maintain, as anyone…

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Could marijuana be the answer to relieving dental pain?

A new study suggests that cannabidiol (CBD), a component of marijuana, is effective as an alternative to opioid painkillers for alleviating acute dental pain. Authored by researchers at Rutgers University, the study was published in the Journal of Dental Research. The trial involved 61 participants with severe dental pain who were randomly assigned either CBD…

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Implant training: once you POP you can’t stop

Dentale introduces its ‘Place on patients 10-day course’ (POP), which offers hands-on experience with implant patients. For more than 15 years Dentale has been providing training to implant dentists in the UK, focusing on providing experience with patients in a controlled environment with knowledgeable tutors.  Dentale offers a week-long course where you place an implant…

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Spotlight on mouth cancer in care homes

This year’s Mouth Cancer Action Month is giving particular attention to the care homes sector – how can dental professionals help this vulnerable group? The care home sector often feels forgotten when it comes to examinations of oral health. As part of this year’s Mouth Cancer Action Month campaign, the Mouth Cancer Foundation is appealing…

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Electric toothbrushes improve children’s oral health more than manual, study finds

According to a new study, oscillating-rotating (O-R) electric toothbrushes were significantly more effective than manual brushes in reducing plaque and gingivitis in children. Published in the International Journal of Paediatric Dentistry, the study analysed levels of plaque and gingivitis over four weeks. Participants used either an oscillating-rotating electric toothbrush or a manual toothbrush. The trial…

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Flexible restorative dentistry training

The UCL Eastman Dental Institute introduces its MSc in restorative dental practice, designed to provide flexible access to theoretical and hands-on training. The UCL Eastman Dental Institute’s prestigious three-year part-time master’s (MSc) in restorative dental practice is designed to help students gain confidence while enhancing and underpinning their skill set in all aspects of restorative…

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Could you save your practice more than £10,000 in three months?

Patient Plan Direct explains how switching dental membership plan providers could save money for you and your practice. Thanks to the introduction of the bulk transfer process in 2019, transitioning from one dental plan provider to another has become more straightforward than ever. Amid the current financial challenges of running a practice, which include soaring…

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Sugar tax may have reduced hospital admissions for child tooth extractions, study suggests

The sugar tax may have reduced the amount of child hospital admissions for tooth extractions, according to new research. Also known as the UK Soft Drinks Industry Levy, it was introduced in 2018, requiring manufacturers of drinks with over 5g of sugar to pay a ‘sugar tax’. New research published in BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health suggests…

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Implant procedure: keep it simple, keep it SmileFast

SmileFast’s chief operating officer, Asif Nazir, introduces an inclusive ‘all-in-one’ approach to managing your implant procedures – where supporting you and giving your patients effective and predictable smiles is the top priority. Confidence: defined as the feeling or belief that one can have faith in or rely on someone or something. It’s a mental attitude…

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Flexible working found to improve heart health

Increased flexible working may improve cardiovascular health and reduce the risk of heart disease by the equivalent of five to 10 years of ageing. This is according to a study by Harvard and Penn State universities, published in The American Journal of Public Health. It is one of the first studies to examine the impact…

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Key considerations for choosing the right dental supplier

The BDIA explains how dental professionals can identify a trustworthy supplier to ensure all equipment is safe and high quality. In the daily operations of your dental business, regular procurement of equipment and consumables is essential. To ensure the smooth and sustainable operation and development of your practice, establishing a dependable partnership with trusted suppliers…

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How digital workflows are empowering dentists

Align Technology introduces its webinar exploring the benefits of its digital workflow with Dr Karla Soto and Dr Luis Ilzarbe. The sixth webinar of Align Education’s 2023 Digital Excellence Series was titled ‘How to achieve exceptional clinical outcomes with a seamless ortho-restorative approach’. It brought together Dr Karla Soto, who practices in Florida, USA, and Dr…


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