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A new study has demonstrated that specially formulated toothpaste containing a small amount of peanut protein could be used to reduce the severity of reactions in allergy sufferers. The toothpaste is a product from US biotechnology company Intrommune Therapeutics known as ‘OMIT’. It works by exposing peanut allergy sufferers to a small amount of the allergen to…
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Supported by Mouth Cancer Foundation and the Oral Health Foundation, Mouth Cancer Action Month takes place in the UK every November. It is a time of year when the whole dental community, charities and anyone working in the field of mouth cancer come together to focus on educating and raising awareness of all head, neck…
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Filling In discusses how the new locum dental group will benefit locum dental nurses, dentists, dental therapists and dental hygienists. Filling In offers a completely free opportunity for dental-workers seeking flexible, convenient and satisfactory patterns in their working lives, making it quick and easy to find dental practices who need cover – both urgently and non-urgently. The…
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Kettenbach Dental is expanding its composite division of Visalys products. Find out why the product family of restorative materials is growing so well. What started with a single material over a decade ago expanded to five unique restorative solutions for core build-ups, cementing and temporary restorations. and, recently started, nano-hybrid composites for direct filling therapy:…
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Newly released data has demonstrated the impact of the cost of living crisis on the UK public’s perception of dentistry and their own oral health. The findings are taken from Wrigley’s Oral Health Index, a survey of more than 6,000 participants over the age of 16 across the UK. Overall, 45% of respondents believed that…
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Increasing numbers of dental clinicians seek stronger relationships with implant suppliers that stand the test of time – bredent explains why dentists’ choice of implant supplier is rarely just about the product. Reliable customer service and support, combined with extensive implant knowledge and experience, are the vital ingredients in the recipe for a successful long-term…
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More than 150,000 adults and children with type 1 diabetes will soon be eligible for an artificial pancreas on the NHS. Experts have described the device as a ‘game changer’, saying it will save money for the NHS. The ‘hybrid closed loop’ uses a continuous glucose monitor attached to the body to sense and correct…
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The British Dental Association (BDA) has called for urgent action on mouth cancer, stressing that dental access can be the ‘difference between life and death’. The association cited new data which shows that there were 9,860 cases of mouth cancer in the UK in 2020/21. This was an increase of 12% from the previous year.…
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Dr Shilpa Shah has developed a range of sedation techniques to suit the needs of patients whose ability to access dental care is affected by factors such as disability or dental anxiety. Shilpa Shah dedicates her efforts to championing dentistry and ensuring equitable dental access for everyone. Her unwavering commitment elevates others as she develops…
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Straumann explains how it’s Smile in a Box implant system can improve treatment acceptance through thorough treatment planning and predictable outcomes. The prospect of undergoing dental implant treatment may feel daunting for some people. This sense of fear and uncertainty about the procedure may put some patients off, even though it offers numerous benefits. Because…
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Dental hygienist Janet Williams Oshun investigates how oral health is influenced by culture and varying oral practices. In the final year of my studies at the Dublin Dental University Hospital, I conducted research to uncover the impact of ethnic and cultural oral practices with the aim of highlighting the need to incorporate culturally inclusive approaches…
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EduDent introduces its masterclass in Birmingham this November – gain the knowledge and skills to confidently perform crown lengthening procedures. The one-day (seven hours’ CPD) event is aimed at clinicians interested in learning more about crown lengthening. Particularly, its application in enhancing cosmetic cases. Short term orthodontics and cosmetic bonding can really change a smile.…
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Colgate discusses some of the causative and protective factors contributing to the prevalence of childhood caries. Improving the oral health of children is a priority for the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities. Their ambition is that every child will be free of dental caries. This will enable them to have the best start in…
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Paulo Kano’s Magic Makeup course uses colour theory to give dental professionals the knowledge and practical experience to create restorations that perfectly match the remaining dentition. For the first time since 2016, Paulo Kano is coming to teach in the UK. He has chosen to collaborate with Avant Garde Dentistry. His Magic Makeup course will enable clinicians…
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Dr Victoria Sampson, the award-winning London-based dentist, marked 10 years of direct access with a special open day dedicated to preventive health efforts. To mark this amazing achievement, The Health Society near Mayfair opened its doors on Saturday 9 September for members of the consumer press. It offered appointments for the game-changing guided biofilm therapy…
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The Dental Hygienist Roadshow 2023 is going digital! Learn more about the three lectures in the webinar series and sign up now. Throughout 2023, The Dental Hygienist Roadshow brought essential oral health education to audiences across the UK. Three of the lectures from the roadshow will now be available as free live webinars from 7-9…
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S4S Dental Laboratory discusses the impact of snoring and obstructive sleep apnoea – how can you assist your patients with these issues? Snoring affects 30 million people in the UK, causing disturbance for the bed partner and unrest for the snorer. Occasional snoring can be harmless and a lot of us do it. However, chronic…
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Rowan Thomas speaks to Zelda Williamson and Debbie Reed about the factors preventing productive conversations around menopause in the dental practice and how these barriers can be overcome. Please introduce yourselves. Zelda Williamson (ZW): I am a general dentist spending most of my time providing restorative dentistry in private practice to patients of all age groups.…
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Anju Jairath explains how transitioning from NHS to private practice with the support of Practice Plan brought back her love for dentistry. When her patients started saying to her, ‘You seem a lot happier’, Anju Jairath of Allestree Dental in Derby knew she would done the right thing by converting from NHS to private practice…
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