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New regulations on dental radiography
Dental hygienists and dental nurses can take dental radiographs under new regulations. Under the provisions of SI 303 of 2007,…
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Anti-smoking campaign targets young women
Young female smokers are the primary focus of a major new public information campaign launched by the Health Promotion Agency…
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Scottish figures up – but half of adults still without a dentist
The number of people registered with an NHS dentist in Scotland has increased along with the number of NHS dentists…
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Infant tooth decay sparks warning
Dentists are warning parents about giving children soft drinks or fruit juices in their baby bottles over fears about infants…
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Complaints against dentists rise
The number of patients’ complaints against dentists is on the increase – and high dental fees could be fuelling the…
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Adding a touch of Sparkle to a school in India
A West London dental practice principal and her manager opted for an unusual Christmas break – doing voluntary work with…
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P-Plates plan for Dentists Register
The General Dental Council (GDC) is considering a mandatory period of provisional registration for all dentists wanting to join its…
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Darling does a U-turn over tax plans
The government has abandoned plans to impose a single 18% tax rate on all capital gains – a move that…
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‘One bristle or two, sir?’
Types of patients come in batches, have you noticed? You have a whole morning of well-trained, delightfully pleasing and uncomplicated…
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Why you need a bonus system
It is performance review time in your practice. You are faced with a dilemma that has happened before and you…
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Why you need a bonus system
It is performance review time in your practice. You are faced with a dilemma that has happened before and you…
Dentistry
Banned dentists new bid for reinstatement
A dentist who was struck off the register after some of his patients ‘suffered unnecessary pain and discomfort’ has applied…
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Go online to find an NHS dentist
A new directory on the NHS website has been launched in a bid to help people find a dentist. The…
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The role of fashion in aesthetic dentistry: A technical analysis
A review of cosmetic dentistry in the last decade clearly demonstrates that emphasis has been placed on dentists’ technical skills…
Dentistry
9/11 forensic dentist sentenced in drug case
A dentist who used dental records to identify victims of the 9/11 terrorist attacks was sentenced to five years’ probation…
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Needy Norfolk gets cash injection
Norfolk is to get a cash boost of £700,000 to provide more NHS dentists in towns that need them most.…
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Dentist uses webcam for check-ups
A London dentist is giving patients check-ups over the Internet – and believes that ultimately the technology could mean people…
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K Club luxury break awarded to Co. Louth dentist
Congratulations to Dr Shane Byrne of Ardee, County Louth, the winner of Irish Dentist’s K Club experience. Dr Byrne’s name…
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Dental Health Foundation report recognises holistic dental approach
On 12 December 2007 the Minister for Health Promotion and Food Safety, Pat The Cope Gallagher TD, launched the report…
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