Mrs Siobhan Hiscott

Mrs Siobhan Hiscott

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Federation of European dental regulators backs UK position on tooth whitening

The organisation that brings together all European dental regulators is backing the United Kingdom’s legal position on tooth whitening and endorsing its approach as the one to be used across Europe. The Federation of European Dental Competent Authorities and Regulators (FEDCAR) published a statement last November that stated: ‘In the interests of high standards of oral…

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Elderly mouth cancer patients at risk of hospital admission due to depression

A new study has found that elderly mouth cancer patients are at a significantly higher risk of being admitted to hospital due to depression. The research, published in Gerodontology, has lead the Oral Health Foundation to call for greater emotional support of elderly mouth cancer patients. According to the study conducted by Laurence and colleagues, men…

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Government urged to support local authorities in the fight against tooth decay

Following new calls from the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) for oral health programmes in schools, the British Dental Association (BDA) is calling on national government to support local authorities to turn the tide on an epidemic of tooth decay. NICE has recommended councils provide toothbrushing schemes in schools and nurseries in areas…

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NICE introduces new quality standard for oral health promotion

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has introduced a new quality standard, Oral health promotion in the community. The new standard covers activities undertaken by local authorities and general dental practices to improve oral health. It particularly focuses on people at high risk of poor oral health or who find it difficult…

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Free implant dentistry taster days on offer

The UCL Eastman Dental Institute is offering free implant dentistry taster days for those interested in studying the discipline. The taster sessions will offer attendees the chance to visit the institute’s facilities, meet staff and students and find out more about the postgraduate diploma programme in person. UCL Eastman Dental Institute’s implant dentistry PG Dip…

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Nestlé discovers way of reducing sugar in chocolate bars without affecting taste

Nestlé scientists have discovered a way of reducing the amount of sugar in its chocolate bars by up to 40%, without adversely affecting the taste. Using only natural ingredients, Nestlé researchers have found a way to structure sugar differently, which could result in less of the sweet stuff being used in its chocolate bars without…

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British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry takes on the Mannequin Challenge

This year’s British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (BACD) Annual Conference saw delegates take part in the latest video trend to go viral – the Mannequin Challenge. As part of his Dentistry Rocks session on Friday afternoon, Gary Takacs encouraged attendees to take part in the video. This involved the entire lecture room posing motionless while being recorded,…

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BACD raises money for a good cause

British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (BACD) members have raised almost £2,000 for the Dental Wellness Trust. The money has been raised through the BACD’s reverse bingo, raffle and buzzwire game – as well as additional donations made during the silent auction at its annual conference. The BACD is a strong supporter of the Dental Wellness Trust,…

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New Stars of Dentistry speaker will help you lose the bad apples

Gary Zelesky, author of the best-seller The Passion Centered Person, is the latest speaker to be announced for the Dentistry 17: Stars of Dentistry line-up. Bringing his hallmark humour and practical content, Gary reveals the true success behind high performing dental teams. In addition to revealing how you can maintain high levels of momentum in…

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Bespoke indemnity cover for dental hygienists and therapists launched

The British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy (BSDHT) has launched BSDHT Indemnity, a new insurance policy developed especially for dental hygienists and dental therapists.  Insurance policies usually include dentists, who typically have a higher exposure of risk and therefore increase the chances of a higher premium. BSDHT Indemnity, which will be available exclusively for BSDHT members…

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One in three confident they could beat cancer

New research reveals one in three are confident that they could beat cancer. Despite Cancer Research UK reporting that the chances of receiving a cancer diagnosis during a person’s lifetime is 50%, the survey reveals that the British pubic are remaining positive. For the research, the Oral Health Foundation looked at the British public’s attitudes…

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British Society for Advanced Dentistry appoints new president

The British Society for Advanced Dentistry (BSAD) has appointed a new president, Dr Peter Sanders, whose two-year term was confirmed at the BSAD conference in Cardiff. The BSAD, formerly known as British Society for General Dental Surgery (BSGDS), was formed in 1983 and reformed in 2015, when the society merged with the implant diploma (FGDP)…


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