In recent years, cloud technology has become massively popular, especially as it has a number of benefits over traditional digital systems. But what actually is the cloud and is everything you’ve heard about cloud technology true? It’s time to bust some myths and make it clear what cloud technology can do for you and your…
As this year comes to an end – finally, I think we can all agree it’s been a long one! – we now look forward to what the next might bring. There is obvious folly in making overly confident predictions, but when it comes to tax, we can make educated guesses, based on the biggest…
Expand your practice with Smile in a Box™, a flexible digital treatment planning and manufacturing service brought to you by the Straumann Group. This product will improve your patient’s experience as you will be able to grant them a faster time to new teeth. As well as being able to meet patient expectations. The guided-planing…
When Ryan Norton was looking for his next role to further his career, he turned to Dental Elite to help him find a suitable vacancy. He says: “I was looking for a role that would allow me more responsibility. After receiving a marketing email from Dental Elite, I decided to contact them. “I worked with…
Ethics is defined as the moral principles that influence a person’s behaviour.[i] The subject of ethics has become part of every profession that exists today and it also runs through society in terms of morals and the idea of right and wrong. The History of Ethics Ethics began in the fifth century BCE when Socrates…
The British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (BACD) offers members the chance to receive well-deserved recognition for their expertise in the field. The highly regarded BACD Accreditation process requires dentists to demonstrate their ability to diagnose, plan and execute cosmetic treatment of the highest standards, as well as showing their commitment to continual learning and improvement…
A highlight of every year, the presentation of the Dr Gerlad Leatherman Award at the OHC was slightly different this year, as the winner was the magnificent Kay Cullen who sadly passed away in 2019. Kay’s partner, Steve, was there to collect the award on her behalf and gave a touching speech about Kay’s passion…
Where dentures are damaged and in need of repair, a high-performance acrylic can make a world of difference to patient satisfaction, and boost the overall longevity of the appliance. Kemdent Simplex Cold Cure Acrylic for dental technicians allows you to create extremely durable additions, repairs and relines for existing dentures. It can be cured quickly…
The Office for National Statistics reported that job vacancies have hit a record high, with the number of vacancies in the three months leading to August rising above one million for the first time since records began in 2001. [i] But while an abundance of employment opportunities seems positive news, there are cautionary warnings that…
The new CS 3800 wireless intraoral scanner from Carestream Dental is so much more than another handheld imaging system. Combining wireless functionality with cutting-edge image acquisition technology, the CS 3800 wireless gives practitioners ultimate freedom in every case. Freedom to scan how you like without worrying about wires. Freedom to pursue any indication due to…
Many older patients would rather keep their own teeth than be fitted with a denture. If they don’t think that modern restorative dentistry is for them, perhaps they don’t know that it is affordable, comfortable, quick and a world away from “drill and fill”. For restoring carious defects in a single appointment, choose COLTENE’s BRILLIANT…
Safeguarding means the “protection of people’s health, wellbeing and human rights, which will enable them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect”.[i] But, these issues can come in many forms, and identifying where to appropriately safeguard can be difficult. The dental team have a duty to protect their patients, but some may be sceptical…
Dr Oliver Brown from Damira Dental Studios reflects on the Soft Tissue Around Dental Implants course he took with Dr Boota Singh Ubhi of BPI Dental & Education: “The course was absolutely incredible – even better than I thought it was going to be. It covered topics in the perfect amount of detail, so you…
Many patients skip flossing because it can be time consuming and they also may not understand the importance of it. While educating your patients is one thing, recommending products designed for effectiveness and convenience can help get the results you want too. The Waterpik® Water Flosser could be the solution to your patients’ reluctancy to…
Augment your digital workflow with the EXTARO® 300 dental microscope. It offers multiple breakthrough visualisation modes designed to support dental caries detection and facilitate more simplified restorative treatment. The EXTARO® 300 also features an integrated HD camera that can record images and video footage wirelessly to the ZEISS Connect App, which can then be directly…
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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.
