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It’s been a tough year for the dental profession. Particularly with the ever-changing rules and restrictions in our professional and personal lives. We look forward to 2021 with hope. In part thanks to the development of new vaccines to tackle the pandemic and the potential for a more familiar way of life. The team at…
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Missed out on this week’s dental news? No problem, here’s what happened over the past seven days… COVID-19 – dentists’ confidence hits seven-year low Dentists’ confidence has hit a seven-year low, according to new data from Lloyds Bank. Part of the reason for this is that 73% of dentists are expecting financial pressures to grow…
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Around one in seven people in the UK are unable to access NHS treatment this Christmas, a new study shows. The Association of Dental Groups’ (ADG) study shows this equates to around 14% of the English population. There are vast regional differences too: London – 1,500,000 patients waiting Midlands – 1,300,000 patients waiting North east…
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For the very first time, we’re giving you the chance to watch the Private Dentistry Awards 2020 live. Due to COVID-19, FMC has been forced to find an alternative way of rewarding leading dental practices across the UK. This year FMC is bringing the glitz and glamour of the ceremony to your screens. Simply login…
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Elaine Halley discusses how Align Technology’s virtual solutions are helping her keep in touch with her patients’ treatment progress. Align Technology has developed virtual solutions that help doctors connect with existing Invisalign patients to ensure continuity of care. This includes Invisalign Virtual Appointment and Invisalign Virtual Care. These represent the next level in practice and…
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Every year millions of dental care products end up in landfill and incineration across the UK. To help reduce this, Royal Philips and Terracycle have teamed up to pilot a Dental Care Recycling Programme. The national scheme aims to invite dental professionals to sign up, becoming a place that patients can dispose of their dental…
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The Basic Erosive Wear Examination (BEWE) is a simple tool for healthcare professionals to record erosive tooth wear. To find our more about how to spot erosive tooth wear and find out why you can’t afford to miss it, simply visit GSK’s microsite, gsk.dentistry.co.uk. It was originally developed in 2008 by researchers, clinicians and academics…
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In this video, Colgate explains how its Colgate Sensitive Pro Relief toothpaste helps to reduce dentine hypersensitivity in patients. To find out more about dentine hypersensitivity, please visit Colgate’s microsite: colgate.dentistry.co.uk. Open tubules causes dentine hypersensitivity. They respond to triggers such as cold, heat or air. Hypersensitivity can make dental visits uncomfortable and can affect…
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Missed out on this week’s dental news? No problem, here’s what happened over the past seven days… Tooth loss could be a symptom of long COVID, experts suggest We’re continuing to discover more and more about the side effects of COVID-19. Another one to add to the list is tooth loss. The coronavirus may irritate gums…
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Kemdent introduces its alternative to posterior composites and amalgam, saving you time and money with this December offer. During December, receive a free Diamond Activator and Gun Applicator when you buy six 20-pack of Diamond Rapid Set Capsules, only £236.40 + VAT. Speed and reliability are of essence in the dental surgery. Especially when performing…
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Olif introduces its innovative new extra-oral aerosol suction system, keeping the dental team and patients safe whilst working. The innovative suction system largely eliminates airborne particles, including the COVID-19 virus, from the operating area. Surgery trials have so far given extremely positive results. The system provides superior suction efficiency due to a unique mobile tray…
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In our first couples interview, this week we give a little more than 100 seconds to hear from James Nolan and Katy Galloway about their time in dentistry. More about James Nolan and Katy Galloway James and Katy both graduated from the University of Leeds. Due to a close family bereavement before finals they chose…
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Professors Nicola West and Tim Newton spoke to Johnson & Johnson about how dental professionals can build on the support they already provide to their patients, to try to achieve improved plaque control. Where are we in in terms of oral health levels, both in the UK and globally? Nicola: The keystone paper on this…
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Christopher Lehr and Artur Silva explore the idea that the easiest and most effective way to enter the world of digital dentistry is via in-practice CBCT. What is the thought process behind the idea that 2021 is the ideal time to introduce a CBCT unit to a practice? Artur: If there’s one thing we can…
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Join Alif Moosajee discussing caries and whitening in a free webinar on the 8 December at 19:00. Alif will help dental professionals to clearly understand the carious process and how to manage caries. He’ll also cover when to start active treatment and how best to help prevent caries. Then he will explain ways to help…
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With time running out on the stamp duty holiday, Wesleyan will host a webinar covering everything you need to know about mortgages. The clock is ticking on stamp duty reprieve. Therefore it’s important for anyone thinking of either moving house, or purchasing a first or indeed second home to arm themselves with all the facts…
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After using Clinisept+ Mouthwash for the last few months, we spoke to Filipe Amante about his experience and what his patients thought. How long have you been using Clinisept+ Mouthwash for? I have been using Clinisept+ Mouthwash in my clinical practice for nearly a year now. I must confess I have been extremely pleased with…
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Join Keely Thorne introduce six simple ways for associate dentists to quadruple Invisalign cases on Sunday 6 December at 19:00. Six simple steps to quadruple your Invisalign cases in 60 days. For frustrated associates wanting to make the most of the 2020 boom in cosmetic dentistry. During this free live training event you will learn…
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Missed out on this week’s dental news? No problem, here’s what happened over the past seven days… ‘Utterly wrongheaded’ – NHS dental charges to increase by 5% before Christmas What’s the worst PR stunt the NHS could pull right now? How about increasing dental charges by an inflation busting 5%? It’s certainly up there. I remember…
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