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It’s all about the journey, not the destination,’ so goes the adage, and it is something that rang so very true for us on our charity trek along the Camino de Santiago, writes Ken O’Brien and Dean Lenihan. When we decided to take on the epic El Camino de Santiago de Compostela trek to raise…
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Drinking alcohol or smoking before bed can be more disruptive for sleep patterns than drinking coffee, research shows. A study at Florida Atlantic University used sensors to study the sleep of 785 people. It found those that drink alcohol or smoke four hours before going to bed experienced more disruptive sleep patterns. ‘This study represents one of the…
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The application video shows the handling of the Viscalor Dispenser and illustrates the key points from the instructions for use. Package content Construction Inserting caps Selecting a setting Starting warm-up cycle Dos and don’ts. For more information, visit www.voco.dental/en/products/direct-restoration/composites/viscalor-bulk.aspx.
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To learn more about Planmeca’s range of innovative digital imaging solutions, visit www.planmeca.com or call us freephone on 0800 5200 330.
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Welsh health board admits a lack of access to regular dental care will ‘persist for a while yet’. Anglesey’s Assembly Member (AM) Rhun ap Iorwerth is urging the health board to act. He claims the lack of dentists in Wales could have very real implications for Anglesey. ‘It is a serious problem that has very real…
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Dentistry’s evidence base is always changing, making Henry Ford’s famous saying: ‘If you always do what you’ve always done, you’ll always get what you’ve always got’ particularly relevant. If we consider current oral health levels, 66% of people have visible plaque, with many unable to achieve beneficial results consistently using mechanical methods alone (digital.nhs.uk, 2011;…
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An influential and well-loved clinician, Anoop Maini will rightly be remembered as a pioneer in cosmetic dentistry. Anoop Maini, the influential and successful cosmetic dentist, has passed away. He was 49 years old. He leaves behind a legacy of innovation and encouragement that reaches far beyond the walls of his successful London dental practice. If…
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Superior patient experience. Optimal access. The A-dec 500 dental chair provides gentle, supportive comfort that puts your patients at ease for a positive experience that sets you apart. It ensures patient comfort even during long procedures. Experience the new A-dec 500 for yourself. Request a demo: https://bit.ly/2XV5Fyk.
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Missed out on this week’s dental news? No problem, here’s what happened over the past seven days… Who is left responsible for dentistry after cabinet reshuffle? Matt Hancock is set to remain as Secretary of State and Social Care, after Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s cabinet reshuffle. Jo Churchill MP has been given the responsibility of dentistry under…
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The General Dental Council’s (GDC’s) consultation on its plans over the next three years is now closed. Results from the consultation ‘Working with the dental team for public safety and confidence’ will be published later this year. The dental regulator received 79 responses from dental professionals and stakeholder organisations in the three months it was open.…
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Ordo isn’t your average oral health company: just launched as part of the Henry Schein Dental Business Solutions portfolio, Ordo offers a subscription service with a difference. Not only does the dentist profit from patient purchases of Ordo Sonic+ toothbrushes, but they also receive an additional 10% commission on all refills when the patient subscribes…
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Small step or giant leap? On the 50th anniversary of the moon landing, Phil Chapman, creator of the Mandibular Snoring Inhibitor (MSI), shares his thoughts on how the new anti-snoring appliance, now available from DB Orthodontics, represents one small step forward for patients. Just imagine, Neil steps out, ‘That’s one small step…’ the ladder snaps, and first contact…
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Step-by-step reconstruction of a demanding class IV defect involving a discoloured enamel crack. IPS Empress Direct is a highly aesthetic hybrid composite for direct restorations in the anterior and posterior region. IPS Empress Direct enables users to reproduce special anatomical characteristics easily and faithfully in line with the natural tooth. Available in 32 shades and five…
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The House of Commons Health and Social Care Committee is launching an inquiry into dental services in England. It is inviting written submissions regarding the following: What is the state of the relationship between the NHS and dentistry? How could access to NHS dentistry be improved? Where does dentistry fit within NHS primary care services?…
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Dental graduates have the greatest choice of property when getting on the housing ladder during their first year of work. An expected starting salary of £34,480 would mean newly qualified dentists could get a mortgage up to £139,360. Mortgage broker Trussle believes this would give them the option of buying a home in 172 towns across Britain. ‘After…
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With Admira Fusion Voco presents a purely ceramic-based universal restorative material. Silicon oxide forms the chemical base for the nanohybrid Ormocer restorative material, not only for the fillers but also for the resin matrix. This unique ‘pure silicate technology’ offers several remarkable advantages in one: for example, the fact that Admira Fusion shows by far the…
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3puj9LXDxr0&app=desktop Piezotome Cube – the new gold standard in dentistry.
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‘What support do I get throughout the DHTI online courses?’ answered by Dominic Hassall, GDC registered specialist in restorative, prosthodontic and periodontal dentistry. To sign up for free training videos visit dominic-hassall-training.co.uk/dentistry.
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Smiledirectclub officially launches in the UK today, with its aim to make straightening teeth more affordable and accessible. It is opening with nine shops across London, Manchester and Birmingham. Well Pharmacy has also partnered with Smiledirectclub to offer four ‘Smileshops’ within its pharmacies. ‘We believe everyone deserves a smile they love,’ says Alex Fenkell, co-founder…
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