The British Dental Association has welcomed new and wide-ranging reports from the regulator the General Dental Council, pointing to the devastating impact the pandemic has had on both patients and the dental profession1. With access and workforce problems the norm, even before COVID, dentist leaders warn that oral health inequality will only widen until government…
New research, published today by the General Dental Council (GDC), into the ongoing impact of Covid-19 on the dental sector has found profound challenges persist for both professionals and patients. The reports highlight increased patient demand but that dental services were struggling to meet that demand with rising waiting lists reported by professionals. The evidence…
Tooth sensitivity can really throw a spanner in the works – from eating certain foods and drinks to even sleeping and speaking, it can be a real problem for your patients. So, why not recommend a toothpaste that will get to the root of the cause, such as the Arm & Hammer™ Sensitive Pro Baking…
The role of the dental nurse is integral to a successful dental clinic and the delivery of consistent and high-quality patient care. It can also be a very demanding and fast-paced job to perform. At Colosseum Dental UK, we value all our dental nurses and the amazing work that they do every day. We also…
It’s been a tumultuous first half of the year, with many variables affecting the dental market. It’s been about six months since our interim update was published, which had demonstrated signs of improvement in the market. The full update has now confirmed that the market remains strong, although not with the same exponential increase in…
The initiative is to help increase access to dental care for under served communities in Malawi Henry Schein Dental UK, along with the charity organisation Dentaid and the Scottish Government-funded international development project The MalDent Project, are helping to increase access to dental care for under served individuals in Malawi. As part of an ongoing…
Supported by over 1,200 scientific articles, the Osstell Beacon from W&H is an ideal solution for measuring the stability of dental implants. Promoting and ascertaining the stability of dental implants is crucial for all patients, but especially those at higher risk of complications. This advanced diagnostic tool gives you greater predictability of treatment and, without…
The College of General Dentistry (CGDent) has endorsed the BADN’s recently launched Menopause Policy. In the UK, 99% of dental nurses, 96% of orthodontic therapists, 94% of dental hygienists, 92% of dental therapists, 52% of dentists and 27% of dental technicians are female – 78% of the regulated dental profession as a whole – and…
Jessica Littleworth shares her career journey so far, having joined Rodericks Dental as a dental nurse in November 2018. In the nearly 4 years I have been with Rodericks, I have progressed from dental nurse to lead dental nurse. I have also had the opportunity to help mentor trainee dental nurses throughout business and take…
The NeoArch® Immediate Fixed Full Arch Solution from Neodent®, a Straumann Group brand, has been designed to enhance full arch rehabilitation; swiftly, conveniently and reliably. This remarkable implant system helps to significantly improve patient satisfaction and quality of life, by immediately restoring function and aesthetics, even in patients with a severe atrophic maxilla. It also…
The College of General Dentistry (CGDent) has announced the results of recent elections to its Council, with two new members elected, and five re-elected. Subir Banerji FCGDent has been elected to the Central London seat, succeeding Reena Wadia, who served as a member of the National Board of the former Faculty of General Dental Practice UK…
The preservation of healthy tooth structure following endodontic treatment is a highly desirable outcome from a clinical and your patients’ point of view. So, use the tools to help you achieve this, as well as safer, simpler and more efficient canal preparation every time. From COLTENE comes the CanalPro™ Jeni motor, offering autonomous navigation in…
The British Dental Conference and Dentistry Show (BDCDS) 2022 was a huge success! Dental nurses from across the country had the opportunity to get together once again and enjoy everything the show had to offer. Among the highlights of the event, the Dental Nurses’ Forum was packed with expert speakers and enlightening topics, such as…
Orthodontic treatment has become more accessible and viable for those who dislike their smiles. Unfortunately, there are many patients who lack self-confidence due to their poor smile, even to the extent of not discussing it with their own dentist. These patients are regularly attending dental practices that do not open up the discussion of ‘how…
Practice manager of Grange Green Dental Practice in Essex, Emma Braybrook, comments on the team’s experience of working with Clark Dental during their recent refurbishment: “Clark Dental were great from start to finish. Matt Rowlingson and the team were always on call to discuss anything and regularly followed everything up to keep us on track…
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