Earlier in the year, it was announced that there were talks about changes to the overseas registration process. The aim is to make things more straightforward for international dental professionals to start practising in the UK. The General Dental Council (GDC) were consulting on certain international registration reforms, to allow them more flexibility with regards…
The Centre for Oral-Maxillofacial and Dental Implant Reconstruction, a ZAGA centre based in Manchester offers training in ZAGA zygomatic implants. This is an intensive 3-day course which gives you extensive insight into the use of zygomatic implants. You will learn how to provide highly aesthetic and functional restorations to patients who have an extremely resorbed…
Interdental brushes have the potential to be effective in any patient’s oral hygiene routine, and the FLEXI interdental brush range from TANDEX is adaptable to every patient’s needs. Available in 11 different sizes, the FLEXI range provides brushes that can fit exactly into different sized interdental spaces. Patients with fixed braces can also make use…
Make the most of outstanding CBCT image clarity with the CS 8100 3D from Carestream Dental, the simple 4-in-1 solution for any practice. The CS 8100 3D is ultra-compact, but packed with power, combining 2D panoramic technology and CBCT imaging with 3D model scanning. Together they provide highly detailed and clear scans to help you…
Collaborating with colleagues is essential at every stage of your career. Whether asking mentors for advice with decision making, communicating with your dental team to help manage workload, or working with specialists to offer multidisciplinary care, collaboration is a valuable tool. Because of this, it is important to understand the ways in which collaboration can…
Don’t be stressed about dental claims! Howden is a leading, specialist insurance and indemnity provider with high-quality tailored policies for dental practices and professionals at all stages of their career. You can trust Howden to protect you, your career and your wellbeing when it matters most. Our expert claims professionals understand the profession inside and…
Dr Magnus Håkansson recently undertook the Fixed Braces (Level 2) course from the IAS Academy. He describes his experience: “I’ve been working with ClearSmile fixed braces since 2016, when I took the Fixed Braces (Level 1) course with Dr Anoop Maini. I could never have foreseen the number of patients out there seeking adult orthodontic…
The British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (BACD) is a thriving, fast-growing academy dedicated to excellence. There are many benefits to membership. These include preferential rates to meetings and the BACD Annual Conference, and incredible networking and educational opportunities. In an ever-changing dental environment, it can be hard to know what path to take to ensure…
The mouth, the ‘gateway to the body’, is home to around 700 species of bacteria.[i] This environment, or the ‘oral microbiome’, provides the perfect conditions for these microorganisms in the oral cavity. Understanding how this bacterium thrives is crucial in understanding how bad breath develops. Bad breath is common among the world’s population, and is…
The judges at the Dental Advisor Awards 2023 loved Imprint 4 VPS Impression Material from 3M Oral Care,* which won the ‘VPS Impression Material’ category! Indicated for all standard impression techniques, Imprint 4 VPS Impression Material from 3M is designed with impressive hydrophilic properties,** helping clinicians capture remarkable detail. ** The judges loved the quick…
With the recent merger of Rodericks Dental and Dental Partners, the resulting organisation has unparalleled expertise and resources to deliver excellence in dental acquisitions. We are excited to continue growing and are actively seeking practices and dental labs that share our ethos for excellent patient care and constant professional development. CEO Gareth York commented: “Following…
Community Dental Services CIC Essex in partnership with Essex County Council, has been funded by Suffolk and North East Essex Integrated Care Board to establish a Peer Led Education Programme in primary schools across Colchester and Tendring to tackle tooth decay in children. Through bespoke training, CDS is delivering the oral health programme directly to primary…
The Association of Dental Groups has welcomed the recent announcement by the General Dental Council to increase the number of Part 2 sittings of the Overseas Registration Examination (ORE) for dentists from three to four next year, and an increase in the size of the GDC registration casework team to tackle the backlog in overseas…
The British Association of Dental Nurses (BADN), the UK’s professional association for dental nurses, is pleased to announce that nominations have been received for the roles of President-elect 2023-24 (President 2024-26), Chairman 2023-25, and Treasurer 2023-25. As only one nomination has been received for each role, nominees will take up their roles at the 2023…
Surgical contra-angle handpieces from W&H are the ideal solution for any dental practice. They offer fatigue-free and flexible operation, with optimal cooling and illumination of the treatment site The W&H range of contra-angle handpieces offers optimal ergonomics for a fatigue-free workflow, and is able to meet the high-standards needed to provide excellent surgical results. W&H…
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