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DMG’s new Flairesse prophylaxis system offers the choice between paste, foam, gel or varnish, all containing xylitol and fluoride. Xylitol is an artificial sweetener, which reduces the cariogenicity of plaque because it prevents bacteria from adhering to tooth surfaces as a biofilm. Clinical studies have proven its cariostatic and anticariogenic effect. There is an option…
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Better understanding of the relationship between oral bacteria and blood clots could ultimately lead to new treatments for infective endocarditis. That’s according to scientists from the University of Bristol and the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland. Oral bacteria that escape into the bloodstream are able to cause blood clots and trigger life-threatening endocarditis. Further…
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Dentistry LIVE speaker and hygienist Jo-Anne Jones reveals how sex and oral health are intrinsically linked Are sexual relations closely intertwined with oral health? It would appear so with the connection between the human papillomavirus (HPV) and oral cancer emerging as a global pandemic. The same viral strain, HPV-16 that is responsible for 70-80% of…
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The General Dental Council (GDC) wants to hear views as it considers whether patients should be allowed direct access to different types of dental professionals. At the moment, both the ‘Standards Guidance’ and ‘Scope of Practice’ make it clear that every member of the dental team must work on the prescription of a dentist. This…
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The judges have shortlisted these two practices for the DH&T Award 2011 and the winner is up to you. Here, a profile of their oral hygiene approach Here are the finalists for the Dental Hygiene & Therapy Award 2011, designed to recognise the UK practice with the strongest, best established and well thought out oral…
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Dental charity Dentaid is working with a team of Ugandan dentists with a bid to fund them to travel to rural villages with the following objectives:• To carry out general oral health education (OHE)• To sensitise communities on the dangers and prevention of infant oral mutilation (IOM)• To screen children and establish their oral health…
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The General Dental Council (GDC) wants to hear views as it considers whether patients should be allowed direct access to different types of dental professionals. At the moment, both the ‘Standards Guidance’ and ‘Scope of Practice’ make it clear that every member of the dental team must work on the prescription of a dentist. This…
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I have practised as a specialist in the UK for the past 11 years – in Harley Street and the City of London initially and then for the past nine years in Wokingham, Berkshire. Working within multi-discipline referral practices, I have always appreciated the importance of the effective use of the best available technology in…
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New dental corporate, the BKH Group, has announced its first dental education venture will take place in collaboration with Dr Ashish B Parmar and his training academy, The Academy By Ash. Ash said: ‘One of my goals personally is to always seek out and work with the best in every field so I feel honoured…
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Construction is now underway on the primary care network centre being built in Athlone. The first sod was officially turned by deputy Nicky McFadden on Friday 9 March (pictured). The new centre is being built in Clonbrusk, and will include dental services as well as GP, physiotherapy, and mental health facilities amongst others. It is…
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Construction is now underway on the primary care network centre being built in Athlone. The first sod was officially turned by deputy Nicky McFadden on Friday 9 March (pictured). The new centre is being built in Clonbrusk, and will include dental services as well as GP, physiotherapy, and mental health facilities amongst others. It is…
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The announcement of the dramatic rise in the cost of postage has caused dismay amongst businesses including dental practices. The price rises which apply to both 1st and 2nd class mail were predicted in November and suggested a 25% increase was possible. The reality however has been much worse, with the cost of…
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A warning from the British Dental Association (BDA) about the damaging effects of cuts to dental services in Northern Ireland has been echoed by the Social Democratic and Labour Party (SDLP).Mark H Durkan, member of the Legislative Assembly for Foyle, and SDLP Health Spokesperson, said that the funding cuts would have a serious impact, particularly…
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Dentists will not have to pay royalties to broadcast music in their practices, according to new rulings from the European Court of Justice (ECJ).The ECJ ruled that dental surgeries do not broadcast music for profit, and have a limited audience that means they are not broadcasting to the public. This stands in contrasts to hotels,…
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An influential parliamentary committee has slammed the health watchdog which monitors dentists claiming it is ‘poorly governed and led’. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has focused on administration while neglecting to inspect the level of care, MPs on the Public Accounts Committee concluded. Formed in 2009 by merging the Healthcare Commission, the Commission for Social…
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DH&T magazine is proud to announce the launch of the Dental Hygiene & Therapy Awards, which will be held on 14 December 2012 at the prestigious Vinopolis London. These awards aim to recognise and reward excellence among UK dental hygienists and therapists. Reward your hard work with a prestigious award that acknowledges brilliance in oral…
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A dental nurse who stole from the practice where she worked has been struck off by the General Dental Council (GDC). Satpal Sehmi was cautioned for the theft from Malmin Dental Practice in Farringdon Road, central London, back in September 2010. Ms Sehmi was not at the GDC hearing but it appeared she took a…
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At first glance, the prospective reader of this book may wonder what the 13th-century Mongol leader has to do with managing a dental practice at all. The author points out that succeeding takes not just sheer luck, but meticulous preparation, planning, and knowledge of the business of dentistry. StructureThe book is aimed at any member…
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A dental company that’s onside with Team UK for the Olympics welcomed business secretary, Vince Cable, to its offices this week. OPRO in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, played host to the MP as well as Emily Atkinson, of the Under 21 England Hockey Team, and Lawrence West, England Hockey’s communications manager. Dr Cable was led on a…
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