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Latest statistics obtained by mouth cancer campaigners the British Dental Health Foundation reveal that there were 7,698 new cases in 2011, a rise of 50 per cent since the turn of the millennium. There were more than 6,000 new cases in England alone, while Scotland still has the most cases per 100,000 people. Almost double…
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The General Dental Council (GDC), has assisted the Metropolitan Police to successfully prosecute a man for unlawfully practising dentistry. On Friday 25 October, Young Jun Suh appeared at Hammersmith Magistrates' Court and pleaded guilty to unlawfully practising dentistry contrary to section 38 (1) and (2) of the Dentists Act 1984. He was fined £1,000, ordered…
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Great News for those African who live in the rural areas where there are few hospitals not easily accessible and with shortage of medical equipment such as dental treatment. With Newcodent Mobile Dental Units, this is all history – the dental clinic is accessing all remote areas. There is no need for electricity supply in the area, no power cuts…
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SCOTLAND Best Young Dentist Chris Barrowman – Infinityblu Dental Care Jamie Newlands – Berkeley Clinic Mark Skimming – Dentistry on the Square Best Team Infinityblu Dental Care Orasculpt Advanced Dentistry Visage Lifestyle Clinic Best Practice Berkeley Clinic Dentistry on the Square Infinityblu Dental Care Orasculpt Advanced Dentistry Visage Lifestyle Clinic Your Perfect Smile Dental Clinic…
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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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Plymouth University Peninsula Schools of Medicine and Dentistry has promoted Malcolm Bruce, director of the Simulated Dental Learning Environment, to associate professor (senior lecturer). Malcolm is a primary care dental practitioner who has served his career in the South West. He has been strongly involved in Foundation Training and Fitness to Practise hearings at the…
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The British Dental Trade Association (BDTA) has announced it will be changing its name to the British Dental Industry Association (BDIA), effective from 1 January 2014. As the UK’s largest and most authoritative industry body representing manufacturers and suppliers of dental products, services and technologies, the new name reflects a broadening of the Association’s member…
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A well-known, well respected and seasoned team trainer and practice development specialist, Tracy Stuart has moved on to pastures new and is founder and director of her new company, NBS Training. Tracy’s new company will deliver: Focused and customised training for ALL the dental team – dentists, hygienists, managers, nurses and reception team – nobody…
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Dr Nilesh Parmar invites you all to jump on board HMS President, permanently moored along London's Embankment, on Saturday 14th December 2013 and help raise money for this year’s charity – Operation Christmas Child (OCC). Following the success of last year’s inaugural event, which saw hundreds gather to celebrate the start of the festive season and raise…
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The ball, which organisers hope will become an annual fundraising event, was organised in aid of Burmadent, the dental charity set up to help dental volunteers provide care to the people of Burma. The ‘Burmaball’ has been 10 months in the planning, ever since dentist Henrik Overgaard-Nielsen and his wife Sharon Bierer returned from their…
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Prodentalcpd introduces its radiography and radiation protection (IRMER) bundle. This bundle contains a series of five modules with associated tests. It gives five hours verifiable CPD, and so satisfying the requirements of the ionising radiation (medical exposure) regulations (IRMER) 2000 for continuing education and training in radiation protection. Radiography and radiation protection (IRMER) bundle teaches;…
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Oral-B is inviting clinical dental professionals to attend a free CPD accredited evening event at one of 10 locations: London (Pullman St Pancras, 7 Nov 2013) Southampton (Grand Harbour Hotel, 21 Nov 2013) Birmingham (National Motorcycle Museum, 28 Nov 2013) Bristol (Marriott College Green, 13 Feb 2014) Plymouth (Duke of Cornwall, 27 Feb 2014) Warrington…
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Oral-B is inviting clinical dental professionals to attend a free CPD accredited evening event at one of 10 locations: London (Pullman St Pancras, 7 Nov 2013) Southampton (Grand Harbour Hotel, 21 Nov 2013) Birmingham (National Motorcycle Museum, 28 Nov 2013) Bristol (Marriott College Green, 13 Feb 2014) Plymouth (Duke of Cornwall, 27 Feb 2014) Warrington…
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General dental practitioner Tim Harker was today announced as the newest member of the British Dental Association’s Principal Executive Committee (PEC). Dr Harker won a by-election for the Wales seat on the BDA’s governing body. The by-election was triggered by the decision of Dr Stuart Johnston to retire earlier this year. A practice owner…
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When drummer and father-of-two, Ian Aguado-Bush, wrote a guide to cleaning teeth for his son, Raúl, he had no idea how popular it would prove to be. Here, he shares his passion for a campaign to improve the oral health of children – and not just his own! My inspiration for these books came from…
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As the UK’s largest and most authoritative industry body representing manufacturers and suppliers of dental products, services and technologies, the new name reflects a broadening of the Association’s member base in recent years. Over 20% of member companies are now involved in business, financial and publishing services. The name change is part of a wider…
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Business measurement is a key skill for every practice manager and if you don't know a key performance indicator from a dashboard, then you cannot afford to miss this year's Practice Managers' Conference in Scotland. Taking place on 15 November at the Macdonald Holyrood Hotel in Edinburgh, the day offers a packed line-up of expert…
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The allegations against Joyce Elaine Trail were heard by the GDC’s Professional Conduct Committee. The charges she faced were that: 1. On 31 July 2012, at Birmingham Crown Court, she was convicted of an offence of Conspiracy to Defraud and, on 5 October 2012, she was sentenced to six and a half years’ imprisonment for…
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Mouth cancer cases in the UK have increased by more than 1,000 in a year. Latest statistics obtained by mouth cancer campaigners the British Dental Health Foundation reveal that there were 7,698 new cases in 20111, a rise of 1,159 in just 12 months. There were more than 6,000 new cases in England alone, while…
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