BDIA Dental Showcase 2024 is set to be the best Showcase to date, with new features, more exhibitors than ever before and new collaborations with prestigious organisations in dentistry. Having announced a new partnership with the event for 2023, the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (BACD) will be officially hosting the BACD Aesthetic Theatre at…
The British Dental Association has responded to news that Rishi Sunak inadvertently visited a practice unable to take on new adult NHS patients. The Prime Minister met staff and patients at Gentle Dental in Newquay. He said that “it hasn’t been easy enough for people to access NHS dentistry over the past couple of years”…
The College of General Dentistry has endorsed a scheme offering dental professionals certified training and experience in research. The National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Associate Principal Investigator Scheme is aimed at health and care professionals who would not normally have the opportunity to take part in clinical research in their day to day…
Henry Schein Dental announces its collaboration with Dental Beauty Partners, a UK dental practice group, to provide critical dental services to up to 2,300 children. The organizing team from Dental Beauty Partners will actively engage with food banks, schools, and local children’s centers to identify and reach out to the children and young people most…
In November 2020 the UK’s leading dental infection control business – Dentisan – was acquired by Getinge, a leading global provider of products and systems that contribute to quality enhancement and cost efficiency within healthcare and life sciences. One of Getinge’s immediate aims was to relocate Dentisan to larger premises that would expand its manufacturing…
Routine dental check-ups are the ideal time to check if your patients are showing signs of oral cancer. Carrying out a visual examination is essential and, for your peace of mind, the BeVigilant™ OraFusion™ System from Vigilant Biosciences® enables you to carry out a quick, non-invasive test during each appointment. The system analyses the saliva…
With an ageing population and more than 130,000 implants being placed in the UK every year already,[i]shouldn’t you be considering upping your dental implantology game? For patients with extreme maxillary atrophy, zygomatic implants offer a solution when conventional dental implant placement isn’t suitable. A 2-day course at the ZAGA Centre in Manchester provides intensive hands-on…
The integration of AI technology in dentistry has opened up a realm of possibilities With news that a private school in Sussex has recently appointed an AI chatbot, named Abigail Bailey, as its new ‘principal headteacher’[i] you may be wondering where it will all end. Can AI be trusted? Will it, one day, take away…
When patients are investing both their time and money in cosmetic dental treatments, they want to be reassured that their dental professional has the necessary skills to meet their aesthetic expectations. Membership of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (BACD), a world-leading authority on ethical cosmetic dentistry, gives dental professionals access to an Accreditation programme…
The British Association of Dental Nurses (BADN), the UK’s professional association for dental nurses, has welcomed the Dental Recovery Plan as “a first step in the right direction” – but says the Plan “does not adequately address the current dental nursing recruitment and retention crisis”. The Plan includes: New programmes to promote oral health Deployment…
The mental health of practitioners is always an important topic of discussion within dentistry, addressing a great issue that has plagued so many individuals in the field: burnout. The World Health Organization has previously described burnout as an “occupational phenomenon” rather than a medical condition,[i] seen as a result of unsuccessfully managed chronic workplace stress….
This week sees the latest statistics from NASDAL (National Association of Specialist Dental Accountants and Lawyers) and its quarterly Goodwill Survey. This survey covers the quarter ending 31st October 2023 and includes data on valuations as well as deals completed (i.e., practices bought or sold by NASDAL members’ clients in the period). The quarter ending…
In the world of periodontal and oral surgery, precision and attention to detail are crucial. The Journal of American Association published a study stating that over 60% of dentists experience some form of musculoskeletal pain during their career. Ergonomically designed dental chairs and stools support correct posture and reduce the risk of upper and lower…
New data published by the NHS for the financial year 2022 to 2023 exposes a concerning reality: a staggering 47,581 episodes of tooth extractions for 0 to 19-year-olds in NHS hospitals, marking a distressing trend in childhood oral health. Of these extractions, a significant 66% – 31,165 episodes – were attributed to tooth decay, underlining…
The newest member of the Planmeca Viso family of world-class imaging units is here! Planmeca Viso G3 brings industry-leading usability and visibility for various clinical needs, including endodontic treatments and implant planning. With a field of view (FOV) ranging from 3 x 3 to 20 x 10 cm, the unit not only offers high-quality 3D…
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