The British Dental Association has stressed latest official figures show there is no prospect of NHS dentistry bouncing back to pre-Covid levels without radical and urgent change. NHS Dental Statistics 2022/23, published today, show the service is still struggling to return to pre-pandemic norms, with the 32.5 million courses of NHS treatment delivered sitting at…
More than 80% of the population is estimated to experience bruxism at some point during their lives. This means that the vast majority of patients you see in practice will likely exhibit some signs of grinding or clenching on their teeth, gums and/or jaw. Being able to help patients prevent the worsening of symptoms, to…
ARE YOU a dentist with some implant experience, but just haven’t formalised your training? DO YOU want to take a fully-taught, accredited Diploma in Implant Dentistry that includes face-to-teaching, hands-on, practical content? WOULD YOU like support and mentoring from some of the most renowned dentists and educators working today? One to One Implant Education is…
Latex is all around us, in all areas of our daily lives.[i] From balloons to shower curtains, elastic bands to underwear, millions of everyday products contain natural rubber latex (NRL). Produced by harvesting and processing the milky secretion of the Brazilian rubber tree, Hevea brasiliensis, latex is a hydrocarbon biopolymer with soft, elastic, strong and…
Are you a newly qualified dentist starting your vocational training (VT) or dental foundation year? Or, are you a new overseas dentist working in the UK? Do you, like many new dentists, find the risk of complaints and litigation worrying? If so, clickable templates from Kiroku – the digital note taking platform – can enable…
When you’re entering the field of implant dentistry, you need the right support, encouragement and resources to ensure you’re setting things off on the best foot. Here at the Association of Dental Implantology (ADI) we’re committed to ensuring new dentists (or those new to implant dentistry) have the network they need to succeed. Our NextGen…
The Straumann Group is partnering with Healthcare Skills International Ltd to deliver the Diploma in Clear Aligner Orthodontics to Straumann Group employees. Accredited by EduQual, the Government Awarding body and internationally recognised, the training will help colleagues enhance customer service and support. Communication is a vital aspect of treatment, and the training and diploma will…
The British Association of Dental Nurses (BADN), the UK’s professional association for dental nurses, has launched an app. The app will be available for both iOS and Android and will serve as BADN’s hub for content, collaboration and events all year round. Members will have access to dedicated news feeds and forums, a member directory…
When you purchase equipment from W&H, you can enjoy the benefits of professional maintenance and repairs. ProService from W&H guarantees high standards of maintenance and care as well as expert support from our knowledgeable team. Each member of our team is professionally trained and will only use official W&H parts when working on your equipment….
Specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co, has announced the sale of L.C. Milton BDS dental practice in Glasgow. Established in 1952, L.C. Milton BDS is a three-surgery, Principal-led NHS dental practice. The business is located on Barrhead Road in the popular residential area of Crookson, approximately six miles to the south-west of Glasgow city…
Few areas lay open the stark realities of societal inequality in the UK more than health – and oral health is a particularly revealing window.[i] Untreated oral disease can have far-reaching consequences on all aspects of an individual’s life, including physical well-being, ability to work and social participation.[ii] Research links area deprivation and people’s socio-economic…
Dr Neeshita Ruparel from Thames Street Dental replaced her old dental chair with a Dentsply Sirona Intego treatment centre. Clark Dental managed the entire process and Dr Ruparel is very pleased with the result: “The installation went very smoothly. The old chair was removed, all parts taken away and the Intego chair installed on Friday,…
Dr Aniko Lazar recently completed the Reveal Confident Smile Makeover course from the IAS Academy. She shares her experience: “The Reveal Confident Smile Makeover course was one of the best courses I’ve ever completed. It was perfectly structured, combining theory and practical elements, all totally relevant to everyday practice. “The programme was easy to follow…
By becoming a member of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (BACD), you’ll benefit from some fantastic social and educational opportunities. As a world-leading authority on cosmetic dentistry, the BACD ensures that their members have everything they need to deliver exceptional and ethical cosmetic treatments. Members have access to mentoring and career support, a recognised…
Dentistry today is not what it was mere decades ago. Professionals entering the field now must be adaptable to the unique challenges of today – but it is far easier said than done. Many newly-qualified dentists set themselves goals, whether it is to acquire their first dental practice in the next 10 years, or become…
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