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Mouth cancer rates in the UK have jumped by 64% since 2007, according to figures from the Oral Health Foundation. Last year a record 8,337 people in the UK were diagnosed with oral cancer. This marks the 10th year in a row new cases of this type of cancer have increased. ‘While most cancers are on the decrease, cases…
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Due to popular demand Laramie Medical Solutions will be running its second course on minimally invasive tooth extraction and surgical extrusion in January 2020. The course covers the principles and practice of minimally invasive vertical tooth extraction. And it will cover the application for extrusion and restoration of teeth with subgingival lesions due to trauma or…
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Dental Design explains how video marketing can help boost your practice engagement. Personal photography boosts engagement – a point that goes without saying. Photographs give your patients a sense of who you are, a flavour of the practice before taking the plunge and choosing you. Videos go that step further and allow your patients to…
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British children skip brushing teeth an average of nine times each week, a new survey from Oral-B shows. As part of its #Strongteethstrongkids campaign, Oral-B looked at children’s tooth brushing habits across the UK. When kids do brush their teeth, they only brush for an average of just 76 seconds. ‘This research shows just how…
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Dental Protection is accusing a GDC investigation of undercover tactics to ‘trick dentists’ into wrong doing. Its concerns stem from a 2016 case where a dental technician was subject of an anonymous complaint to the regulator. Two months afterwards, the General Dental Council (GDC) instructed an under-guise operation where two private investigators attempted to lure the dental technician…
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Eddie Crouch, vice chair of the BDA’s PEC, says dentists need action on NHS dental contract reform now. He says it will ‘give some stability back to NHS practices that are on the brink’. It’s up for debate whether that action will come in the form or NHS dental contract reform. NHS dental contract reform…
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Steve Campbell of Nexus Dental Laboratory took an unconventional and surprisingly successful route to realise his digital dental laboratory dream. There’s an open secret in the digital dental laboratory industry that many laboratory owners have yet to cotton on to. It’s actually pretty obvious when you think about it, but it’s human nature and often…
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In this video, Professor Paul Tipton from Tipton Training talks about his journey to success, the importance of having a mentor and challenges young dentists face today. Get an insight into one of UK’s most reputable dentists, his life and his experience. For more information about Tipton Training please visit www.tiptontraining.co.uk, to refer patients to…
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FMC is giving you the chance to win an Amazon Echo Dot, simply by filling in this short one-minute survey. We are committed to developing the best and most informative magazines and websites that we can possibly produce. In order to achieve this, we’d like to ascertain your views on how you utilise the various media and online information…
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The wait is over! We reveal the entrants to make it onto The Dentistry Awards 2019 shortlist ahead of next month’s ceremony. Best dental nurse South Bobbie Grant – Oxford House Dental Practice Justina Perkins – SWDN Rachael Eadle – Park Street Dental Clinic Miranda Wyatt – The Bristol Dental Practice Miriam Mikatova – Dorset…
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The Faculty of General Dental Practitioners (FGDP(UK)) has launched Standards in Dentistry, now freely available online. Standards in Dentistry is a comprehensive collection of standards and guidelines for primary care dentistry. Furthermore it sets out specific basic and aspirational standards covering: Consultation and diagnosis Paediatric dentistry Orthodontics Management of acute pain Periodontics Endodontics Removable partial dentures Complete dentures…
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The BACD explains how its charity work with Smilestar has helped disadvantaged communities and ex-Royal Marines. The British Association of Cosmetic Dentists (BACD) commitment is to making a positive difference to the lives of many people across the world. That’s why it continues to contribute to fantastic causes helping those less fortunate to benefit from essential dental…
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https://www.facebook.com/HenryScheinUK/videos/574356636669145/ Sara Hurley, chief dental officer for England, discusses the future of oral health in England with Vikki Goodall, sales and marketing director at Henry Schein. She touches on the role of oral health and how it is improving general health outcomes. And how technology in particular can limit the work that takes dentists away from the patient.…
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Dental practice values have seen a sharp rise in the latest quarterly NASDAL goodwill survey. Average goodwill dental practice valuations have now reached 151% of gross fees, a jump of 20% since the last quarter. Deals actually done also jumped, reaching 143% of gross fees, up 8% since the last quarter. ‘It never fails to…
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NHS England is launching mental health support for dentists and doctors, the Department of Health and Social Care, has announced. Confidential support is now available to more than 180,000 doctors and dentists if they’re struggling with their mental health. Specifically, a dedicated phone line and crisis text service offers a 24/7 support service. ‘Our incredible NHS would…
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Dentsply Sirona explains why its range of treatment centres could be right for your practice. The dental chair has come of age. Today’s technological and design innovations have seen the humble dental chair evolve into state-of-the-art treatment centres – and Dentsply Sirona is at the forefront of pushing the boundaries of design and functionality. Arguably,…
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Watching television for more than 90 minutes every day increases the chances of kids with tooth decay, studies show. Findings show that young people who watch too much TV are 33% more likely to eat sugary foods. And watching over an hour-and-a-half of television increases the chances of kids with tooth decay by 39%. ‘There is…
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Clinicians and dental technicians all over the world have been using the Amber range of lithium disilicate glass ceramics to create aesthetic, reliable and hardwearing restorations. Now, DB Lab Supplies is delighted to be in partnership with Korean manufacturer HASS Bio (Human Aid System Supplier) to bring Amber to the UK market. A revolutionary machinable…
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The British Dental Association (BDA) has received confirmation that dentists in England will get a 2.42% uplift in November. The government first announced dentists’ pay rise in July, earlier this year. DHSC (Department of Health and Social Care) has confirmed the pay increase will be backdated to April 2019. ‘This much needed uplift should have been…
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