All clinicians have faced a patient that expresses nothing but confusion when attempting to educate them. The gap between clinician knowledge and patient understanding becomes even wider when terms such as periodontal disease, calculus, and inflammation are used. However, patient education is key to sustained oral health and professionals are well aware that this is…
Check out the new Partners in Prevention series of short talks from GSK A new campaign by GSK showcases different members of the dental community discussing ideas and experiences that are close to their hearts. This series of short, thought-provoking talks from dental professionals for dental professionals are designed to inspire discussion and challenge your…
Uninspired by your current practice management system? Want a more holistic approach that better suits the demands of modern dentistry? Choose a solution unlike any other with Sensei Cloud practice management software from Carestream Dental. An intelligent option that intuitively adapts to the demands of dentists with regular updates, Sensei Cloud offers a balance of…
Looking after your air supply shouldn’t be complicated. That’s why DENTALAIR UTILITIES aims to revolutionise your air supply with Air to the Chair. Air to the Chair is easy, all you need to do is log onto www.dentalair.com and select the “New Air Supply” option from the top of the screen. Following this, indicate how…
Experts are warning that we could soon be experiencing a “twindemic” as Coronavirus and Influenza co-circulate. Help defend your practice against this threat with the high-quality Steri-7 Xtra range of disinfectants from Initial Medical. Effectively able to eliminate 99.99% of all pathogens including both Influenza and Coronavirus*, these solutions are safe to use throughout your…
Of the many required elements for building a successful, thriving dental practice – including a talented team, efficient patient management and a reputation for delivering all-round excellence – are the materials you use. Great practitioners need world-class materials to do their jobs; materials only reach their world-class potential when used by practitioners who are highly-skilled…
The Foundation in Implant Dentistry (FID) programme is delivered by the ITI to offer an evidence-based approach to dental implant instruction and mentorship. Delegates receive both hands-on and theoretical training from a distinguished teaching faculty for the most productive and highest quality learning experience. Colin Burns, Fellow of and speaker for the ITI, as well…
Dr Julian Leiner from Alderley Edge Dental recently completed the Soft Tissue Around Dental Implants courses with Dr Boota Singh Ubhi of BPI Dental Education & Training. He says: “I had been offering implants for about 3 years and while I had completed comprehensive training courses, I wanted to become more comfortable with soft tissue…
Traditional adhesive flash removal can be a time-consuming and complicated task. Plus, any excess flash that remains can harbour food particles and bacteria, potentially compromising treatment. So, why not avoid the risk entirely by using an innovative solution such as the APC Flash-Free Adhesive Coated Appliance System from 3M Oral Care? The brackets feature a…
There are almost countless pension policies on the market for dentists to choose between, all of which offer unique perks, benefits and caveats. But what about the perks of the NHS pension? If you have an NHS contract, this pension policy comes with a number of excellent benefits, many of which you may not have…
Dr Andrew Pitt comments on his experience so far of the new Complete GDP course delivered by IAS Academy and Dr Ian Buckle: “I was interested in this course to gain the necessary knowledge to plan and execute more complex cases safely. I wanted to be able to improve treatment planning for comprehensive cases so…
For fearful or anxious patients, it can help to give a breakdown of each treatment step, the tools and processes you will use. This is particularly important with treatments like root canal therapy. COLTENE has everything a specialist needs to deliver comfortable, efficient and successful endodontics. The patient will be healed, with a route out…
The CEREC Primescan and Primemill from Clark Dental make a striking difference to the modern dentist’s daily work. Utilising the latest generation technology, this CAD/CAM power duo enable the acquisition of crystal-clear imaging data, followed by the production of restorations that demonstrate outstanding margins and surface details. They encompass speed, agility, convenience and versatility, supporting…
Dental professionals have an opportunity to strengthen partnerships with patients, to help them achieve better health and wellbeing. When you widen the focus of consultations, and bring in new, relevant topics, you will capture their interest and improve engagement. The message is that oral health promotion is about supporting a healthier, happier life – so…
Among the many highlights of this year’s OHC from the British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy (BSDHT) was the chance for delegates to hear from Tom Ferris, the Chief Dental Officer for Scotland. Joining the event live via Zoom, Tom spoke about the challenges that the pandemic has presented the profession and the difficult…
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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.
