As part of the AGM at the BACD 18th Annual Conference, the Academy was delighted to welcome new individuals to the Executive Board and Committees. New Board Members: Gina Vega Sheila Nguyen New Committee Members: Simon Chard – President Luke Hutchings – President Elect Sam Jethwa – Vice President Congratulations to all on their new…
People of all ages[1] may undergo orthodontic treatment, and it is important to ensure patients have a positive, comfortable experience wherever possible. To achieve great results in orthodontics, taking an accurate impression is essential. This will allow you to plan treatment accurately and will play an important role in the overall success of the procedure.[2]…
Every year we’re faced with an illness that sweeps the nation – influenza. While we’ve pretty much adapted to flu season being a yearly occurrence, the last couple of years of the Coronavirus pandemic have had an impact on influenza rates and evolution. It’s always a good idea to have an overview of the virus…
Indicated in a range of settings, the Combi-Cart Clinic from BPR Swiss is the all-in-one solution for flexible treatment – available from J&S Davis. The Combi-Cart Clinic combines a three-way-syringe, 2 suction devices, and 3 treatment instruments on one single cart. Alongside treating your patients in practice, gain the flexibility to conduct domiciliary visits and…
When taking a dental impression, the last thing anyone wants is a long wait. Achieve excellent accuracy at lightning-fast speeds with Impregum Super Quick Polyether Impression Material from 3M Oral Care. With just 45 seconds working time, the material only takes just two minutes to set, helping to streamline the impression-taking procedure and support patient…
Indemnity insurance is a requirement for all dental professionals in the UK but, as is often the case with insurance, many say they don’t have the time – or inclination – to shop around. Also, it can seem more complex than it is. Along with business, management and leadership skills, it is a topic often…
Dr Shobhna Chauhan shares her thoughts on working with Dental Elite to complete the sale of her practice: “I chose Dental Elite to sell my practice because they were highly-recommended to me by a retired colleague. I worked with Phil Kolodynski from the start of the process. “He guided and simplified the intricacies of the…
The Straumann Group is proud to partner with Createch Medical, offering busy dental technicians a direct-to-lab milling service. For laboratories looking to expand their capabilities, while still providing beautiful prostheses to clients, this service is ideal. The Createch Medical facilities are equipped with ultra-precise measuring devices and five-axis high precision milling machines. The results are…
Clinicians can depend on Diamond Carve from Kemdent, an ideal solution for posterior indications, deciduous restorations, core build-ups and amalgam repairs. Diamond restorations can be placed in one increment, saving the clinician valuable time while avoiding the formation of stresses within the restoration. As such, there’s minimal post-operative sensitivity compared to bonded composites. The product…
It almost goes without saying that the vast majority of people are having to take a closer look at their finances right now. Combined pressure of the cost-of-living crisis, rising energy bills, rising inflation rates and more has meant that every penny counts. So, if you do have extra capital, how can you make sure…
In areas of hard water, there is an increased risk to your dental equipment. Limescale can affect the performance of your equipment and could cause their eventual breakdown. With Eschmann, you can protect your equipment with our Reverse Osmosis (RO) system, and make purified water part of your practice’s standards. This medical-grade RO system provides…
Dr Satinder Matharu, Specialist in Endodontics at EndoCare in London and British Trustee for Dental Volunteers in Israel shares information about the charity and how it’s going above and beyond to help those in need – regardless of their background… The story behind Dental Volunteers in Israel is nothing short of inspiring. In 1947, Holocaust…
Since the outbreak of the Coronavirus, and probably for a while to come, articles have been written about how the pandemic itself might have been a trigger for people to improve their lifestyle. An observational study that found obese patients were not only more likely to be hospitalised by the virus, but also need ventilation,…
The CLEARFIL SE Bond 2 Kit from Kuraray, available from J&S Davis, is the ideal solution for a range of, direct, core build-up and indirect restorations. This two-step self-etching adhesive is strong, producing long-lasting results. It is suitable for a wide range of indications including: direct-restorations, cavity sealing, treating hypersensitive teeth, post cementation, and cementing…
From COLTENE is the concept of SUPERKRAFT! Two products from the restorative line that are wonderful on their own, but exceptional when used together. Combine SoloCem, the universal dental cement, with ONE COAT 7 UNIVERSAL bonding agent and you’ll get reliable, maximum adhesion. They both handle beautifully and, because any practice can use this duo…
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The UK’s leading magazine for oral health. Focusing on all areas of prevention, oral health and hygiene plus vital vCPD modules, Smile is a vital resource for hygienists wanting to stay at the forefront of clinical innovations in prevention.
The British Dental Nurses Journal is sent to all members of the BADN who form a crucial part of the clinical team. Containing news, product reviews and practice management tips, the BDNJ is a vital way to ensure your practice is running smoothly.
An easy way to ensure your whole team is up to date with their CPD requirements. Online modules in all areas of required study which can be bought individually or in annual bundles.
