NEW from COLTENE, the leading global manufacturer for tools and materials across a range of treatment segments, are HySolate Latex Dams. These dental dams are LOW PROTEIN and POWDER-FREE, reducing the risk of latex hypersensitivity. Each item will give you strong retraction, a reliable infection control barrier and a dry operating field. Different scents, thickness,…
As the ADI gears up for their 2023 Team Congress, let’s reflect on the success of their 2022 event. Hundreds of dental professionals attended the show, taking advantage of the inspiring presentations and speakers. They also got into debate mode with their fellow peers for some truly fantastic discussions! Every member of the dental team…
Halloween can be a challenging time when it comes to maintaining a balanced diet for children. When preoccupied with the excitement of dressing up and trick-or-treating in the local area, the effect that these sugary sweets can have on their teeth may be overlooked by parents, and will certainly not be at the front of…
The Acron Hi High Impact Acrylic helps dental technicians achieve high-grade, long-lasting dentures. Developed by Kemdent, the Acron Hi acrylic utilises patented Multi-Matrix Technology to produce work that is resistant to breakage and fracture. Once mixed, this innovative solution is easy to mould and, after processing, ensures a better fit and requires less post-processing work…
Taking complete and accurate notes is vital in dentistry. But long hours and extensive amounts of time can make note taking feel like a chore. When you become a member of the BACD, you gain access to a range of membership benefits, now including a new and exclusive discount for Kiroku – the digital note-taking…
In recent years, dental implants have become a preferred treatment choice for a large portion of the UK population. While exact figures are hard to come by, especially considering the interruption to services caused by the pandemic, one source estimates that as many as 260,000 individual implants are being placed each year.[i] But what is…
Predictability and durability are all must-have factors when it comes to choosing flexible solutions for your dental laboratory. It is no wonder that so many dental technicians invest in the Straumann Group for high-quality products and support. Medentika®, a Straumann Group brand, aids dental technicians in producing robust and reliable solutions for their clients. The…
In the past, if you were to ask patients whether they’d consider veneers, many of them would have been dissuaded by the image of chunky, overwhelmingly-white teeth. Thankfully, modern dentistry has revolutionised veneers and developed restorative materials that offer a more aesthetic, tailored solution, in addition to decreasing treatment times. Celebrity influence has also helped…
Dr Ceri Owen-Roberts shows how he uses digital technologies to support planning and delivery of implant treatment in a young female patient. Case presentation A 24-year-old female patient was referred to me to help restore her failing anterior dentition. She had experienced a bike accident three years previously, which had caused trauma to the UL1,…
The philosophy of minimally invasive dentistry concerns a “systematic respect for the original tissue”[i], and the early detection and cure of oral diseases. Across the numerous fields within dentistry, minimally invasive procedures are being embraced by professionals as a useful concept to preserve as much healthy tissue and tooth structure as possible, while delivering dentistry…
Here at Colosseum Dental UK, we recognise the importance of a good work-life balance. So, we ensure that our dentists have the flexibility they need to make their role work for them. Not only that, our dentists also have some fantastic opportunities for career development, including state-of-the-art facilities to work in and high standards of…
Maintaining your handpieces can be a time-consuming task, especially in a busy practice when time is at a premium. The Assistina TWIN lubrication and maintenance device from W&H is your key to easy handpiece maintenance. Featuring an innovative, duo-chamber system, team members can set up their next handpiece while they are maintaining the first one,…
If you never give your dental indemnity policy much thought, and your provider has remained unchanged for years, it’s likely to be because you’ve not faced a problem – yet. To accept the possibility of a complaint being made against you isn’t negative, or defeatist. Patients pay the bills, but when you have patients you…
The marketing around digital dentistry is strong; stronger than ever since the pandemic, when practices had to find different ways to work and connect. Many took it as an opportunity to review their processes, and assess what could be done differently to improve workflows and elevate their service. Digital technologies – whether we’re talking about…
Here at Rodericks Dental, we recognise the need for a strong support framework for our dentists, so they can continue to deliver excellent patient care throughout their careers. Our directors are dental experts, having spent years in the field. As a result, they understand what it means to be a dentist, as well as the…
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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.
