W&H is a global leader in the development and manufacture of dental and surgical products, and it’s no surprise that the company is at the forefront of innovations in surgical solutions. The comprehensive W&H Piezomed instrument range harnesses the power of ultrasonic frequencies to conduct minimally invasive surgery. High frequency micro-vibrations allow for incredible precision…
Dental professionals maintain an ethical code of practice around communicating honestly, and seeking fully informed consent throughout treatment, which should be clearly and carefully planned. This is important, as managing patient expectations can be challenging. When adult patients do express dissatisfaction with orthodontic treatment, it is chiefly due to treatment either not meeting a desired…
When considering the many aspects to dental aesthetics that can contribute to an ideal smile, it’s essential to not underestimate the impact of of open gingival embrasures, commonly known as black triangles. The absence of interdental papilla creates spaces within the dentition, posing both functional and aesthetic complications.[i] These small gaps facilitate the retention of…
Lightweight yet powerful, the Waterpik® Cordless Advanced Water Flosser is the perfect solution for patients who want to build a good interdental cleaning habit. Daily interdental cleaning is recommended to manage biofilm build-up,[i] yet in a recent UK survey, only 37 percent of those aged 55 and over claimed to floss their teeth daily, and just…
Jennifer Owen is Practice Principal at Park View Family Dental in Gateshead – a large NHS practice. She is also Local Dental Committee (LDC) chair for the northern region and liaison for the BDA ensuring practices achieve high standards of care. Jennifer discusses her experience of using Kiroku for practices: “The problem with other notes…
The UK Adult Dental Health Survey revealed some worrying statistics about the prevalence of tooth wear among the UK population. It was found that: 77% of the UK population had some evidence of wear. Rates of moderate wear in adults increased by 4% between 1998 and 2009, affecting 15% of adults. 4% of 16- to…
What will the General Election mean for dentists and the dental industry? We will have a new Labour government or a refreshed Conservative parliament, although it looks now as though even the Conservatives have given up on an outright victory. Either way, we can expect some changes… can’t we? Given the Labour Party’s announcements so…
Clear aligner therapy is the number one choice of patients for comfort and aesthetics, and it is increasingly predictable in the treatment of even more complex orthodontic issues.[i] The IAS Academy presents an informative and hands-on certification course, covering all aspects of treatment from diagnosis, assessment, case evaluation, to fitting then retention. This one-day, level…
Think bigger with the CS 8200 3D Neo Edition from Carestream Dental, a CBCT scanner that boasts nine selectable fields of view, for unbeatable versatility. Clinicians can utilise the extended field of view to scan the full arch – including third molars – in one scan, or limit exposure to just 4 cm x 4…
Author: Dr Shalini Kanagasingam [Senior Clinical Lecturer, University of Central Lancashire and Consultant in Endodontics, King’s College Hospital Trust] Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) is thought to contribute to between 60-70% of dementia cases. It is characterised by memory loss, behavioural changes, and a lack of ability to perform daily tasks. Patients with late-stage dementia will eventually…
At the IFEA World Endodontic Congress (WEC), the British Endodontic Society (BES) is hosting a number of high-quality hands-on workshops to help elevate attendees’ education at the event. With topics spanning the management of dental trauma, dental replantation, orofacial pain, as well as a reciprocation workshop sponsored by Dentsply Sirona, there are plenty of opportunities…
Advanced treatment centres provide quality comfort and efficient workflows. At Clark Dental, the expert team provides the innovative, ergonomic, and desirable Axano treatment centre. The Axano is designed to elevate workflows and ensure patients are comfortable while empowering clinicians to provide the highest standards of care. This advanced model offers durability, patient comfort, and support,…
Dr Ariadne Letra will be presenting her session “Unravelling the connection between apical periodontitis and systemic health: Insights from the host genome”. This will be part of the “Host factors, apical periodontitis, and systemic disease: Everything you wanted to know but were afraid to ask” lecture series at the upcoming IFEA World Endodontic Congress (WEC),…
Everything we do in dentistry is for the benefit of patients. The goal is always to enhance the care delivered, improving clinical outcomes as well as the treatment experience. There are many different elements involved with achieving this. Dental professionals must consider each area in order to continue raising standards across the board and ensure…
Daily interdental cleaning is recommended by the NHS,[i] as it helps manage the build-up of biofilm, and can reduce the likelihood of developing gingivitis and periodontitis.[ii] However, in a recent UK survey, only 37 percent of those aged 55 and over claimed to floss their teeth daily, and just 18 percent of 18 to 24-year-olds.[iii]…
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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.
