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Stripping some mouth bacteria of their access key to other pathogenic oral bacteria could help prevent gum disease and tooth loss. The study, published in the journal Microbiology suggests this bacterial access key could be a drug target for people who are at high risk of developing gum disease. Oral bacteria called Treponema denticola frequently…
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Legendary dentist, Ellis Paul, and his wife Jennifer will be talking Perfect posture and team dentistry at a series of one-day courses through the UK. It is the UK’s only fully hands-on course on the subject by the acknowledged experts on posture and four-handed dentistry. The aim of the day is two-fold:• To prevent back…
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NHS guidelines concerning the removal and replacement of substandard PIP breast implants will place private physicians in ‘an unfavorable legal and ethical position’. That’s according to Professor Laurence Kirwan, Harley Street plastic surgeon and Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons. A Parliamentary Health Committee meets today (Friday) to discuss the clear up of the…
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Featuring some of the leading talent from dental schools across the UK, the BDA/DENTSPLY Student Clinician Awards 2012 was a great success, and thoroughly enjoyed by all who attended the event held at the Royal Horseguards Hotel London. The 2012 Student Clinician Awards is the only scheme of its kind, and actively encourages undergraduate research…
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An award created by a professor at the Peninsula Dental School in memory of her mother was recently awarded to second-year dental students for contributions to the community. The Rayna DiModica Contribution to Society Award is the brainchild of Tracy De Peralta, Associate Professor of Clinical Dentistry at the Peninsula Dental School. The award was…
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A new event which will guide young dentists through the minefield of high street dentistry takes place in April. How to succeed in high street dentistry is the first of a new series of annual events helping dentists to maximise early career potential. It’s designed to be relevant to all younger dentists – from final-year…
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Stripping some mouth bacteria of their access key to other pathogenic oral bacteria could help prevent gum disease and tooth loss. The study, published in the journal Microbiology suggests this bacterial access key could be a drug target for people who are at high risk of developing gum disease. Oral bacteria called Treponema denticola frequently…
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Smokers not only have more problems with their teeth than non-smokers, they also go to the dentist less often. Those are the findings of a new US government survey, released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The CDC looked at 2008 survey responses from more than 16,000 adults ages 18 through 64. More…
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Dietitian/nutritionist Anne Myers suggests your patients can find a way to fresher breath simply by changing their diet… Halitosis is something that affects most people, briefly, at some stage in their lives but for others can be a distressing and ongoing problem. For hygienists and therapists working at the coalface, it can be a challenge…
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Dentists can gain valuable hands-on experience in implantology augmentation techniques on courses in Jersey this year. Presented by Dr Sharad Patel, the two programmes cover current concepts in hard and soft tissue grafting using live surgical demonstrations and practical workshops. Further details can be found in DENTSPLY Friadent’s online education programme on www.courses4implants.com. The courses…
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Smokers not only have more problems with their teeth than non-smokers, they also go to the dentist less often. Those are the findings of a new US government survey, released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The CDC looked at 2008 survey responses from more than 16,000 adults ages 18 through 64. More…
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A University of Hull student is the first in the Yorkshire region to graduate with a new foundation degree for qualified dental nurses. The university is only the second in the country to offer the qualification. Avril Ware, 24, is the first student in the region to attain the Foundation Degree in Post-qualifying Dental Nursing…
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A new scheme in the States is rewarding dental patients for making eco-friendly choices in their oral health care. The Eco-Dentistry Association has launched the Eco-Dentistry Badge, an award created in collaboration with Practically Green®, a company that uses social media to motivate people to make planet-friendly choices. The Eco-Dentistry Badge allows patients to track…
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Teesside dentist, Paul Averley, has been appointed as a member of the General Dental Council (GDC) with effect from 1 February 2012. Mr Averley is a primary care general dental practitioner based in Billingham on Teesside. For the last 15 years, Mr Averley has been involved in establishing conscious sedation services in primary care to reduce…
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A University of Hull student is the first in the Yorkshire region to graduate with a new foundation degree for qualified dental nurses. The university is only the second in the country to offer the qualification. Avril Ware, 24, is the first student in the region to attain the Foundation Degree in Post-qualifying Dental Nursing…
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Denplan Launches ‘Mind the Gap’ App Many practices have reported reduced profitability as a result of the recession and an increase in missed appointments. In response to this, Denplan has developed a unique online application – the ‘Mind the Gap App’. How much your practice is losing in revenue due to missed appointments, holidays, illness etc can…
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One of the activities of the 2011 National Orthodontic Week campaign was a recipe competition which encouraged people to submit their favourite brace friendly recipes. Now a collection of recipes has been compiled into a booklet featuring twenty six of the winning dishes. Every recipe has been analysed by Juliet Reeves, who is clinical director…
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Carestream Dental has been selected to supply its sophisticated R4 Practice Management Software and digital imaging technology for the 2012 London Olympics. The equipment will be installed in a range of ultra modern dental suites that are being built to care for thousands of athletes, officials, facilitators and their families, who will take up residence in…
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Before seeking out your Valentine this year, make sure your oral health is up to a loveable standard. That’s the advice of the British Dental Health Foundation, after research revealed nearly a quarter of the population are concerned about potential bad breath. With the cost of Valentine’s Day exceeding an estimated £4.9 bilionbn in 2010,…
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