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BDA wades into legal challenge
The British Dental Association (BDA) has joined an ongoing legal battle with the Department of Health (DoH) over the new…
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One in four dentists to quit NHS
A new survey has shown that one in four dentists intend to quit the NHS. The survey, carried out by…
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From dentist to Olympic hopeful
Six years ago Wendy Houvenaghel was enjoying life as a successful dentist in Cornwall, today she is on the cusp…
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Belfast dentist wins tickets to Frank Spear event
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Statutory registration for DCPs kicks in
Compulsory registration for dental nurses and dental technicians kicked in at midnight on 30 July 2008. Existing dental nurses and…
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Dental robotic testing simulator invented
A dental robotic testing simulator has been invented to replicate human chewing in order to test dental materials. Dr Kazem…
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Winning patients round
Have you ever had patients complain to you, or your boss, that they felt you were speaking to them as…
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DCP’s – Earn verifiable CPD hours the easy way!
The General Dental Council introduces compulsory continuing professional development (CPD) for all dental care professionals in August. Its aim is…
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Stoke-on-Trent child tooth decay revealed
Nearly half of all five-year-olds in Stoke-on-Trent have fillings or teeth missing because of decay, health officials have said. The…
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Irish exposed to higher levels of radiation
Irish people are being exposed to higher levels of radiation than previously estimated, according to a new report. The findings…
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Dental benefits of gummy bears revealed
Gummy bear sweets that contain some sugar alcohols could be an effective means of providing xylitol to children, according to…
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Who is responsible for dental appliances made outside the European Union?
The GDC is consulting on the draft standards to ensure that all dentists, dental technicians and clinical dental technicians understand…
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Registration – It’s almost here…
In a move to strengthen patient protection, registration with the GDC is now compulsory for all members of the dental…
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Milk research funding to boost caries fight
Four dairies in Ireland are to research how the natural properties of milk can be used to deliver health benefits…
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Leading the pack
Yet another star name has joined the party at the 2008 Dentistry Awards, firmly setting it up as the dental…
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The business end of dentistry
Following a lengthy break, last month saw the VDPs return to St James in Dublin for a day release seminar,…
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Nutritional influences on bisphosphonates and mandibular osteonecrosis
Over the past three years, several reports have been published on the possibility of mandibular osteonecrosis being associated with the…
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You’re only lying to yourself
Many dentists tend to rely on what they call ‘conventional wisdom’. In reality, this conventional wisdom is often a pack…
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The stepping stones to mastering your profession
Never has there been a better time to be a part of the dental profession worldwide. We are witnesses to…
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