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For many years, survey results have placed the dental health of the population in east Lancashire among the worst in Europe. But practice principal Shabs Patel and his team, at the multi award-winning Magicsmiles in Blackburn, are determined to change the fortunes of their local area. Shabs says: ‘We firmly believe all our work is…
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The Department of Health has announced that the 90 dental pilots will be extended until March 2015. It has also published a report from Professor Jimmy Steele from the evidence and learning group. Like most Government reports it is not an easy read. The detail in the report is impressive; it does not, however, answer…
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The dental pilots are trialing a new prevention based NHS contract for dentists. Barry Cockroft, chief dental officer at the Department of Health (DH) said: ‘The pilots are playing a vital role in overhauling the dental contract, by looking at how we can shift dental care to a more preventative approach, paying dentists for good oral…
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More than 90 dental pilots looking at new preventive approaches to oral health have been extended until March 2015. How the pilots work… • The dental pilots put a firmer focus on prevention and avoiding dental problems before they arise, as well as treating existing disease • The practices are testing out a different…
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Anyone who failed to pay on time, but still wants to work as a dentist in the UK will now have to apply to be restored to the register. CPD is a legal requirement and dentists had until midnight on the 28 January 2014. Being registered with the General Dental Council (GDC), who maintain the…
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Philips has launched a new version of its innovative Sonicare for Kids toothbrush aimed at children between the ages of 4 and 10. The kid-friendly power toothbrush is designed to help children develop effective brushing habits early, for a lifetime of good oral health. The upgraded Sonicare for Kids comes with a selection of eight…
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NEW Advanced Defence Gum Treatment cuts gingival bleeding by 50.9% (p<0.001) in just 4 weeks when used after brushing1. Johnson & Johnson is pleased to announce the launch of Advanced Defence Gum Treatment, the newest mouthwash in a range that addresses specific oral care conditions. Plaque is the major cause of gum disease2,3. Used as…
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The second annual Dental Hygiene & Therapy awards took place on 24 January and were even bigger and better than last year. The Barbican in central London played host to the 2014 awards, which attracted entries from across the UK. The evening of celebrations began with a champagne reception in the venue’s stunning conservatory – a…
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The second annual Dental Hygiene & Therapy awards took place on 24 January and were even bigger and better than last year. The Barbican in central London played host to the 2014 awards, which attracted entries from across the UK. The evening of celebrations began with a champagne reception in the venue’s stunning conservatory – a…
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A reduction in the number of places to study dentistry at institutions in England must be managed carefully and its impact on both patient care and dental schools monitored, the British Dental Association (BDA) has warned. The warning follows letters to dental schools informing them that their intakes are to be cut by 10% from September…
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It was 55 years ago that I was applying to dental schools for admission. I tell you this not to reminisce about the 'good old days' but to give a sense of perspective about how decisions made in one's teens can affect the rest of our lives. This week dental schools were notified that there…
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The team at the Lime Tree Dental Practice, based in Portishead in Bristol, is dedicated to empowering its patients to keep their teeth for life. The practice delivers high standards of dental treatment and support this with education on diet and oral hygiene. Nick says, ‘We offer a full range of oral hygiene products to…
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‘500 miles for 500 smiles’ passes through 32 different locations from Christina’s first dental practice in Kirriemuir, Scotland, to her current practice on the south coast in Brighton. The money raised will go towards mouth cancer, a disease experts have forecast will rise within the next decade and Christina hopes as many people as possible…
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At 12:30, on 21 February, I guess most of you will be doing something useful, like seeing patients. But having the luxury of retirement and not having any urgent cruise or holiday to attend, I could well find my way to the British Dental Association (BDA) in London. What draws me there will be the…
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Dental Protection have annouced its delight that the Department of Health (DoH) have launched a system of health clearance for healthcare workers living with HIV whose disease is adequately controlled, so that they are able to return to their chosen profession. For the dental profession in England this means that a number of colleagues will…
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Morag McLarty is hoping to run the 1500m race and is currently less than a second away from reaching the minimum qualifying time to compete. Morag, 27, has previous experience in the Commonwealth Games finishing eighth in the qualifying heats at Melbourne, 2006 for the 1500m. Morag currently juggles her time between training for the…
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The name change of the UK’s industry body, which represents over 80% of the dental industry, has driven a complete brand refresh. The new advertising creative explains the rationale behind the name change as the association drops ‘Trade’ and gains ‘Industry’, to convey the increasing diversity of its membership, in addition to highlighting the benefits…
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Ffion, 23, only started playing rugby 18 months ago. Her training has to fit around her full-time job in Abertawe Bro Morgannwg University Health Board’s dental training unit at Port Talbot resource centre. Ffion, who also plays for Maesteg Celtic Ladies and has been in the regional Ospreys select team, said: ‘I’ve only been playing…
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The Mouth Cancer Foundation won the award for the ‘Best Dental Innovation’ at the Dental Hygiene and Therapy Awards. Charity consultants Elizabeth Laverack and Nicki Rowland accepted the award on behalf of the Mouth Cancer Foundation at the Barbican in central London on 24 January 2014. Dental practices in the UK should be performing thorough mouth…
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