Jo Wightman, Practice Manager of Riverside Dental Practice, kindly shares her experience of the Eschmann SES 2010 autoclave and their Care & Cover service contract: “We’ve always used Eschmann autoclaves and have always been happy with them – they have lasted for years. “Over the last three years, we’ve had to purchase two new autoclaves…
Greenhouse gases are a leading cause of global warming and the resulting climate change. Help to reduce your carbon footprint by choosing Sustainable Clinical Waste Bags from Initial Medical. Made from 30% recycled plastic, these durable waste bags have been manufactured in the UK using renewable energy. Plus, every effort is taken during transportation to…
Dental implants are considered by many to be an ideal solution for replacing missing teeth. With a 95% survival rate after 10 years, they are able to provide patients with lasting functional and aesthetic results.[i] The treatment has gained significant popularity and is frequently the preferred option for replacing missing teeth.[ii]To offer dental implants to…
Action on Sugar, the expert group based at Queen Mary University of London, along with 16 NGOs[i] are today calling for the Health Secretary, Steve Barclay, to release the much-awaited Commercial Baby Food and Drink Guidelines[ii] as data shows the main contributor of sugars in infants, aged four to nine months, is coming from shop…
Medentika® is a trusted name across the dental profession. It provides the Multi Platform System (MPS), which includes abutments and implant components to suit nearly any clinical situation and all major implant systems. Precision engineered, the comprehensive range of products comes with a lifetime guarantee – that’s how confident we are that they will consistently…
Did you know that The Breath Co oral rinses were developed by a dentist who wanted to create a solution for his daughter’s halitosis? Bad breath can result from a myriad of causes, including certain foods and drinks, smoking, medication and general poor oral hygiene. The Breath Co oral rinses help fight the bacteria that…
Dental hygienist Sophia Lucas recently set up a squat practice in Leigh-on-Sea, Essex. The goal was simple, albeit somewhat unique – to create a hygiene-led clinic that primarily promotes prevention, with access to high-quality cosmetic dental procedures. To further distinguish the clinic from other businesses in the industry, Wisdom Dental has also taken a different…
There has been growing demand to make dentistry more sustainable in recent years, driven by both the public and the profession. But how can we help patients achieve a greener oral hygiene routine at home without compromising quality? The Curaprox interdental brushes provide a fantastic option in that they significantly reduce plastic waste compared to…
The British Dental Association has urged government to drop any pretence that NHS dentistry is on the road to recovery and finally deliver a meaningful rescue package, as the exodus from the service reaches new heights. Freedom of information requests undertaken by the BDA indicate just 23,577 dentists performed NHS work in the 2022/23 financial…
New to the dental market in 2023, friendly floss is a stainless-steel flossing device for those who care about oral hygiene and the environment. It’s the brainchild of Giles and Leslie Edwards, sustainability entrepreneurs focused on reducing plastic waste. friendly floss is kind to teeth and the planet, can be used with any floss, is made from food grade…
In recent years, it appears that treatment philosophies in restorative dentistry have swung back in favour of maintenance of the natural dentition. Teeth previously condemned for extraction and replacement are now scheduled for root canal retreatment and restoration. The growth in digital technology for fixed prosthodontics has changed the way we plan, design and execute…
Leading dental indemnifier Dental Protection has partnered with 32Co, the world’s first fully integrated clear aligner system that combinines training, manufacturing choice and 1:1 orthodontic mentorship into dentists’ clear aligner workflow. This is the first partnership between a clear aligner company and a dental indemnifier, and exists to both reduce risk for dentists, and improve…
The British Dental Association Northern Ireland has slammed analysis by the Department of Health suggesting that cut of over £1/4 billion can be achieved without damage to services. The document claims: “With a sustained effort across the HSC system, it is anticipated savings and efficiencies can yield in the region of £260 million.“. It adds:…
Piezosurgery is the minimally invasive surgical solution which ensures excellent visibility and unparalleled precision. It uses microvibrations to target bone with precision and minimise the risk of fracture and necrosis. It is also an invaluable tool for improved outcomes when extracting teeth. Piezomed from W&H provides you with the benefits of this innovative technology. With…
Citrox Protect is a portfolio of clinically proven cleaning and disinfection solutions containing only natural ingredients. Formulated with bioflavonoids from citrus fruits, all solutions are non-carcinogenic, non-toxic, non-allergenic, non-corrosive and dermatologically tested for complete peace of mind. The range contains surface cleaners, hand sanitisers and textile sealants, all proven effective against a vast array of…
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