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Align Technology has announced that it will not charge VAT on all its aligner products Align Technology has been making improvements across all areas, and this year evolved its product and training programmes still further. It has also taken measures to make its processes smoother and faster to streamline its customer experience. As part of…
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Chief Dental Officer Professor Sara Hurley, speaking at the British Orthodontic Conference in Brighton last month, indicated that the future of orthodontic commissioning is guaranteed She said: ‘I do not see it (orthodontics) not being part of the NHS. If there is a need, it needs to be addressed.’ She explained that the number of…
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The next British Orthodontic Conference will take place on September 14-16 2017, Manchester with the theme ‘Back to the Future’ The British Orthodontic Conference in 2017 will have a focus on innovation – most notably developments in digital technology and materials design – while some of the profession’s academic giants will bring audiences up to…
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The British Orthodontic Society have launched the first ever app with the potential to aid IOTN classification for dental professionals and students The resource has been developed to help improve the standard and accuracy of orthodontic referrals as well as support and inform the training of undergraduates and foundation dentists. Easy IOTN The new app,…
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On 2 October 2016 Align Technology will be supporting a competitive charity cycling event at the iconic Formula 1 Silverstone race course The Silverstone Time Trial Cycling Challenge is expected to attract both elite and amateur riders and has attracted support from British Cycling, Team Sky, Sir Ben Ainslie and the America’s Cup Challenge Team.…
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The ‘Smiling Dentist’ Dr Alif Moosajee describes his journey to provide top quality dental treatment at his practice, Oakdale Dental in Leicester I’ve been a dentist for more than 10 years now. I graduated from Birmingham in 2004 and practised in the West Midlands for five years before moving to Leicester at the very end…
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Align Technology is hailing unprecedented early interest in its just-launched aesthetic teeth straightening product designed specifically for general dentists Since its launch in early September there have been a significant number of requests to join special courses for providers who are new to Invisalign – and the first one has already taken place underlining the…
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Mark Skimming, owner and principal of the award-winning practice Dentistry On the Square tells us about constantly evolving and developing the skills of your team Can you tell us a bit about your background? I’m from a new town just outside Glasgow called Cumbernauld. I spent all my younger years desperate to move out into…
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Cfast, the cosmetic teeth-straightening system champions the ‘buy British’ scheme in backlash against cheap dental imports Cfast is eager to ensure its products are safe and compliant – both for dentists and their patients. In a bid to highlight the system’s top quality manufacturing commitment, its dental laboratory, Triple O, recently earned accreditation via the…
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Align Technology has announced today that four million patients have now started treatment with Invisalign This is a significant accomplishment for the company and the 100,000 Invisalign-trained doctors around the world. In connection with this achievement, Align Technology is reaffirming its commitment to help provide treatment to children around the world born with cleft lip…
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Are you risk averse or like to take a gamble? As dentists are put under more and more pressure to perform, Simon Hocken says being bold can pay off For a cushy life it used to be sufficient to do a few years as an associate and then set up shop almost anywhere, sit back…
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Lina Craven looks at how to change ‘prospective’ patients into ‘real’ patients How confident are you that your practice is seizing every opportunity a prospective patient represents? Many practices are very good at attracting new patients but a shocking amount waste the money spent on attracting these patients by failing to convert a new enquiry…
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Not your conventional dentist, Dr Shiraz Khan has a persona of uniqueness and individuality. Versha Miyanger speaks to one of the profession’s most colourful characters about his background as a dancer, his never-ending quest for learning and his passion and commitment to the art of dentistry Can you tell us a bit about your background?…
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What are the advantages of becoming a limited company? David Anderson explains the facts From little acorns grow large oak trees and so it is that larger businesses start off small, often as a sole trader, a partnership or limited liability partnership (LLP). However there are advantages to businesses incorporating, that is, becoming a limited…
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A new BOS survey reveals the rising number of adults seeking orthodontic treatment in the UK 75% of respondents report an increase in adult treatment 66% of adult patients are 26-40yrs Figures released by The British Orthodontic Society (BOS) reveal the rising number of adults seeking orthodontic treatment in the UK. A new survey, conducted…
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Today (22 July 2016) the British Orthodontic Society launches a new guide for all those involved in the care and education of young people who start orthodontic treatment every year. Aimed at teachers, youth-workers, school nurses and carers, the guide explains the key aspects of tooth-straightening. It covers the spectrum of questions and issues from…
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Vision and focus is paramount when setting up a new dental practice and the need to be thorough is vital, says practice manager Sukriti KC Dentistry is primarily a heathcare vocation that undoubtedly requires the focus to be patient care oriented, as such the business aspects of the profession is often considered secondary. However a…
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A high level gathering to discuss the transition to future ways of procuring orthodontic services was hosted by the British Orthodontic Society last month The event was attended by CDO (Chief Dental Officer) Sara Hurley (second from right) and Deputy CDOs Eric Rooney (left) and Janet Clarke (right), pictured with BOS President Alison Murray. Also…
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Practice Plan’s Amy D’Arcy-Burt asks, when it comes to your dental practice – are you standing in the way of progress? Over the years there has been one quote that has always struck a chord with me. The quote is from Film Director Woody Allen, who said; ‘70% of success is showing up’. In other…
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