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Setting up your dream practice
We are witnessing an unprecedented time in the evolution of dentistry. It is more possible than ever before for the…
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Acupuncture in dentistry: what’s the point
Having spent the past 12 years working in dental hygiene at O’Brien & Molloy Periodontics in Dock Rd, Galway, I…
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Making the most of your time
Consider the concept that something that is urgent should not be your number one priority. (Excepting patients in need of…
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Amalgam ban causes a stir
Denmark has announced plans to ban the use of amalgam in dental procedures, echoing a similar move by Norway and…
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Love blossoms over the dentist chair…
US dentists are a romantic bunch – last week, one in five dentists admitted to dating a co-worker or employee…
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Dental health charity rips up approval for toddler cup
The British Dental Health Foundation (BDHF) has ripped up its stamp of approval of a trainer cup after a battle…
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Dental students’ fundraiser caters for Belfast fashionistas
BBC Radio 1’s Dr Mark Hamilton and Belfast’s Big Brother contestant Orlaith McAllister will be ‘glamming it up’ to host…
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New aesthetic dentistry course will ensure ‘patient protection’
Dentists keen to branch out into dental aesthetics have until the end of this month (29 February) to secure a…
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Clinical trials test fish oils’ effect on gum health
A US health company is working with dentists and patients to study the effects of Omega 3 oil on inflammation…
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Txt a msg 2 NHS! :-)
NHS Direct has launched a text messaging service providing details of local health services, including your nearest dentist. Send a…
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Dentists ‘under pressure to treat fewer children’, claims pressure group
Dentists are under pressure not to treat children as the NHS cannot afford to fund their care, a pressure group…
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Mouth Cancer Foundation hails NICE U-turn
The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) has issued a preliminary positive recommendation (Appraisal Consultation Document) for the…
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Dental health boss welcomes warning of cannabis link to gum disease
A dental health expert has welcomed the results of a new study that warns young pot-smokers of the health risks…
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Navigating the workplace
Starting a new job can be a daunting time. After five years of being wrapped in the protective cocoon of…
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The application of IV conscious sedation in dental practice: its recognition assessment and management
As dental professionals, there must be many a time when we review our current or ongoing cases within our practice…
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Britain’s biggest dental chain sold in multi-million pound deal
Britain’s largest dental chain has been sold in a multi-million pound deal. Merrill Lynch Global Private Equity has acquired a…
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Dairy Council launches ‘slurp and chew’ healthy teeth campaign
The Dairy Council launches an educational campaign today (Monday) plugging milk and cheese as the ‘healthy teeth’ option. Called Slurp…
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GPs fill gaps in dental care, survey reveals
A survey has found that patients are using GPs to fill gaps in dental treatment. And some GP practices are…
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A helping hand for young dentists’ careers
A new scheme to help young dentists climb the career ladder following their NHS vocational training has been launched by…
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