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Dental care professionals (DCPs) are being reminded to pay their annual retention fee (ARF) to the General Dental Council (GDC) by 31 July 2014. Payment must be received on or before that date if they want to remain on the GDC’s register and be eligible to work. No payments can be processed after the deadline.…
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Queen Elizabeth 11 Conference Centre, Westminster, London 13 & 14 June 2014 With Dentistry LIVE already peeking at us around the corner, what better time to call and get booked on for this hugely anticipated dental team event. Dentistry Live is back on 13-14 June to deliver all your learning needs and wants. Enjoy a…
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A leading oral health charity is warning people against DIY dentistry after an alarming number of people revealed they would not visit the dentist to remove a tooth. In a new survey, one in five (20%) said they would attempt to remove a tooth either on their own or ask a friend to do so…
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The General Dental Council (GDC) is looking to expand its list of clinical advisors and experts who can bring their knowledge, skills and expertise to its fitness to practice (FTP) process. The GDC investigates FTP concerns raised by patients, registrants, organisations or members of the public about the conduct, performance or health of registrants. Clinical…
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In harmony with Biohorizons’ philosophy that successful products are the result of rigorous science and relentless innovation, this commendation tallies perfectly with the unique Tapered Plus implant system, which offers proven aesthetic results. Launched last year, Tapered Plus possesses all the great benefits of Biohorizons’ highly successful Tapered Internal system designed for increased soft tissue…
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Commencing on Tuesday 2 September from Milan, Italy the ride will finish at Straumann headquarters in Basel, Switzerland on Saturday 6 September. Headed by managing director, Stephen Booth and consisting of several members of the Straumann UK team, alongside some very loyal customers, the group will be taking in the cultural sights of Austria, Liechtenstein…
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The World Health Organisation (WHO) recommends exercising at least two-and-a-half hours per week, and preferably 30 minutes every day. Movement is crucial to our circulation – blood and lymph circulation and metabolism needs muscle movement to be able to fulfill the needs of our bodies. Prolonged sitting has several negative effects on our health: chronic…
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The controversial legislation – a crackdown on so-called ‘health tourism’ – was among bills that received Royal Assent as Parliament shut down, in mid-May. Overseas visitors will be required to pay higher charges than the 'highly subsidised' fees for British patients entitled to NHS care, ministers have vowed. Full details of how the plan will…
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How did you get into property investment? After qualifying from Leeds Dental School in 1996, I followed the traditional vocational training, associate and principal routes in dentistry, owning three dental practices along the way. Among these was ‘Aesthetics’, an award-winning private practice in Hertfordshire. Like most dentists, I was making good money; however, it left…
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The winners and shortlisted epitomise practices and teams that are trying to better themselves and ultimately provide a higher calibre of patient experience. Their ideas and developments also serve as an example and inspiration to the thousands of dental professionals in the UK who either don’t feel strong enough to enter or don’t get the…
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Last week I received a message from a GDPC (General Dental Practice Committee) member following their meeting. The gist of it was that there was a general feeling that the Department of Health has lost its appetite for reform and are slowing things up. Now my contacts with the department are far less than those…
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Clinical advisor and key opinion leader sought for CB12. If you are a leader in your field with a special interest in: The benefits of zinc and chlorhexidine in combating VSCs Advocating the use and benefits of a product that can relieve halitosis Participating in peer group opinion, debates and ideas development Commenting and supporting…
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It is widely acknowledged that it's only a matter of time before all dentists, not just those from outside the EU, will have to demonstrate that they are proficient in English if they wish to practise in the UK. A dentist needs to be able to communicate on social, palliative and clinical levels using appropriate…
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Original ideas, tips and tricks on whitening techniques were also presented from the leading speakers on show at Double your Whitening, held on Friday 9 May. In total 11 lecturers were held, which brought a variety of topics to the table giving everyone a little something to take away with them. The lectures ranged from…
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Whether we do it using a desk-based computer, tablet or smartphone, the internet has become the first port of call for almost anything we are looking to buy or book, whether it be physical goods or services. It used to be the case that we had to physically go somewhere. But not anymore, anything we…
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Wrigley’s Extra has joined forces with singer-songwriter Diana Vickers, to give that extra boost to the nation’s largest campaign for better oral health – National Smile Month. The campaign supports the core aims of the Wrigley Oral Healthcare Programme in reminding patients to improve their regular oral healthcare routine. That’s why Extra is a committed…
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Members of the dental team who suffer from dentine hypersensitivity had the opportunity to take part in the Instant* Relief Challenge, which kicked off with sufferers drinking a glass of cold water ladened with ice cubes. Those who experienced the pain of sensitive teeth were invited to apply Colgate Sensitive Pro-Relief Toothpaste directly to their…
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There is now a growing pressure for businesses to be more philanthropic and develop a policy for corporate social responsibility (CSR). Human beings help and support others, regardless of their trade, for many reasons, but often from a deep-seated altruistic perspective, where they feel their contribution has been worthwhile and they have made a difference.…
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In this broadcast, you have the opportunity to learn how you can further help your patients with dentine hypersensitivity. Simply view, feedback and complete CPD (continuous professional development) questions to gain one hour verifiable CPD. Dentine hypersensitivity is a painful yet common oral health problem. Although prevalence can be as high as 57% (Gillam et…
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