Dr James Stafford is one of several leading clinicians presenting ADI webinars. Available to ADI members for free, his session is entitled, “The consent process in Implant Dentistry. Is it worth the paper it’s written on? How to protect yourself.” He says: “Every dentist wants to reduce the risk of a claim being made against…
It is important to invest in all aspects of your practice and team to ensure you continue delivering exceptional patient care whilst developing and future-proofing your business. This is relevant when it comes to everything from imaging machines to infection control technologies. Whatever you’re upgrading or replacing, steps should be taken to maximise your financial…
Whilst direct restorative treatment is often regarded as some of the more straightforward work in dentistry, it isn’t without its possible complications. Post-operative sensitivity, in particular, is an issue that is more common than many practitioners would expect. But what causes post-operative sensitivity and how can practitioners avoid it? A deeper look into the issue…
A great dental team equals great patient care. At Colosseum Dental UK, we recognise that every team member should be valued and rewarded for their hard work and dedication. Especially our dental nurses, who support not just our patients but the entire team, too. So, to ensure that our dental nurses are able to work…
Immediate placement is an increasingly attractive prospect for many implant dentists, with the promise of reduced treatment time, and increased efficiency and patient satisfaction. The Straumann® BLX implant system is ideal for immediate placement and has numerous features that reduce healing time. It is specially engineered to provide a minimally invasive, highly reliable implant solution….
It is estimated that around 8% to 15% of people in the UK have issues with their jaw joint.[i] The symptoms of Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) issues can be very uncomfortable, and usually include headaches and pain around the jaw, ear and temple. Clicking noises when moving the jaw, difficulty fully opening the mouth, jaw locking…
The British Dental Association has responded to reports that access to NHS dentistry ranked alongside issues with local schools and Partygate in fuelling the Conservatives landslide defeat in the Tiverton by-election. The news comes in a week in which MPs have pressed Ministers for urgent change in NHS dentistry in two major debates, and follows…
The British Fluoridation Society (BFS) in partnership with the Borrow Foundation, has launched a new career development fellowship designed to attract new academic expertise to the field of water fluoridation and its role in public health. Overall, £30,000 has been allocated to create two fellowships which will be delivered within the next three years. The…
Moving into implant dentistry can be a great choice for your career. Performing dental implant procedures to the highest standard is what you want and Ucer Education has a course that aims to teach you to do so. The Postgraduate Certificate (PG Cert) in Implant Dentistry is a 12-day course that runs over 12 months…
In recent years, the demand for aesthetically pleasing results in dentistry has grown significantly. There are various reasons for this but the most popular influences have been put down to the advancements in technology, the introduction of social media, and an aging population. Clinicians are now concerned about providing their patients with the best possible…
The European Academy of Paediatric Dentistry held its 1st face to face meeting since the pandemic in Lisbon between 15th-18th June. The conference was attended by several BSPD members. It was fantastic to see the achievements of so many UK paediatric dentists. Professor Ferranti Wong was announced as president-elect for the academy in recognition of his…
CPD courses don’t have to consist of sitting in a lecture room for hours. IAS Academy offers a learning experience that is hands on, engaging, and supportive too. Here’s what Ana Simoes had to say about their experience on the Anterior and Posterior Composite Course: “I was interested in this course because every dentist uses…
EuroPerio10, the world’s leading congress in periodontology and implant dentistry organised in Copenhagen on 15-18 June by the European Federation of Periodontology (EFP), was the most exciting EuroPerio yet. Professor Phoebus Madianos, chair of EuroPerio10, said: “EuroPerio attracts the best speakers, scientists, and clinicians from around the world to the Olympic Games of dental congresses….
Social and professional connections are crucial for the growth and wellbeing of individuals and businesses. Recent years have been testing, but they have also demonstrated the enormous value for face-to-face interactions in our everyday lives. The benefits of connecting From a personal point of view, socialising can do much more than impact one’s communication skills….
As our society continues to evolve and innovate, digital solutions to our problems are becoming more commonplace. After all, with the vast majority of individuals now owning a smartphone in the UK (55.5 million people)[i] it makes sense that companies are looking at ways to harness this technology in inventive ways, including revolutionising how we…
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