How to stop demineralisation spoiling your patients’ selfies With some people eating more than 40 teaspoons of sugar a day (that’s five times the recommended daily allowance)[i], it’s no wonder that almost one in three (31%) adults in the UK have tooth decay.[ii] And yet the desire to flash a strong, healthy smile has never…
Minimally invasive dental implant techniques have been found to achieve the same effect as conventional implants and also boast the advantages of lower post-operative swelling, shorter pain time and better aesthetics.[i] The Mini Implant System from Straumann Group brand Anthogyr® offers minimally invasive treatment, without compromising on reliability, performance or patient comfort. It has increased…
For endodontists, specialist endodontists and general dentists with an interest in endodontics, don’t miss the next World Endodontic Congress (WEC) from the International Federation of Endodontic Associations (IFEA)! Hosted by the British Endodontic Society (BES), the 2024 Congress will be held on 11-14 September at the Scottish Event Campus in Glasgow. Titled “Phases & Interfaces”,…
Equipment is everything when it comes to delivering exceptional standards of dental care and wellbeing for patients. At DRMR, we strive to be a world-class clinic offering the highest level of services and clinical procedures. As a professional team we are always developing our knowledge and optimising our skills – but we still need state-of-the-art…
Exciting news for dental professionals who are involved in dental implantology in the UK and Ireland: J&S Davis Ltd is thrilled to be the newly appointed exclusive supplier of Meisinger Implants. This partnership aims to provide cost-effective, yet reliable implant solutions to dentists and their patients. Reliable System you can trust. The OKTAGON® Implant system,…
Dr Alex Hashemi has worked with Clark Dental for approximately 20 years. He recently collaborated with them to introduce a new A-dec 500 Continental equipment package into his practice and here shares his experience: “The installation went well – teething problems are to be expected with new equipment, but Clark Dental are very good at…
Research has shown animations to significantly improve patient understanding of health and medical information.[i] As such, Chairsyde is a useful tool when it comes to explaining gingival disease and related treatment options. Chairsyde is a state-of-the-art consultation platform designed for dentists. It offers a comprehensive library of animations covering a wide range of oral health…
Pursuing a career in dental implantology can open up many different pathways: but getting to a place where you feel confident enough to take advantage of these possibilities takes time. Implant dentistry is one of the fastest growing modalities in the field, with many professionals flocking to develop their skills and confidence, grow their business…
How patients can combat bad breath over the festive season Christmas is a time filled with gatherings, parties and delicious food (not forgetting the odd moment, possibly, under the mistletoe!) However, bad breath can quickly dampen the holiday spirit. As you know, unpleasant mouth odours can result from various factors like food choices, oral hygiene…
Martin Woodrow, Chief Executive of the British Dental Association (BDA), will be exploring some of the challenges of NHS dentistry in his session at the BDIA Dental Showcase in March 2024. “The challenges faced within NHS dentistry make it a less attractive place to work for many professionals. A shift to private dentistry offers more…
Dentist Manhar Segal reveals the benefits of specialist guidance in a practice sale that ultimately transformed his life It is almost two decades since the concept of dentists with a special interest (DwSI) was introduced by Raman Bedi, the then Chief Dental Officer for England. The move aimed to give patients direct access to specialised…
Thermal washer disinfectors offer consistency and reliability in your infection control workflows. Teon thermal washer disinfectors from W&H are able to provide efficient and effective cleaning and thermal disinfection of your instruments. Teon has a large capacity and a range of dedicated programs and accessories, allowing you to meet the needs of all of your…
Why endowment policies are still a good idea You may well be confident in undertaking an upper second molar root canal procedure, but what happens when it comes to financial planning? That’s not something that necessarily crops up on the syllabus at dental school. And yet, making sound decisions about money and being financially stable…
The field of artificial intelligence (AI) is in constant flux. The technology is being developed rapidly and its applications are broadening by the day. However, there are some valid concerns with regards to how we as a society manage the massive changes that AI could initiate. Right now, the intelligence behind the AI – i.e….
At least one-in-nine children have missed school due to dental problems, with a total of more than 15 million school days missed in the past year, according to data from leading dental provider Denplan, part of Simplyhealth. Over a quarter (27%) of parents whose child required emergency dental treatment say their child has missed a half…
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