3M Oral Care is looking forward to introducing delegates to its portfolio of solutions at this year’s British Dental Conference and Dentistry Show (BDCDS). All products from 3M are supported by years of research and have been specifically developed to streamline workflows, overcome common challenges and support better outcomes. 3M is excited to officially launch…
Hay fever, or seasonal rhinitis, may be common in the UK, but it’s no less miserable for anyone for whom the start of spring means itchy eyes, sneezes and a blocked, runny nose.[i] Weather patterns contribute to the amount of pollen produced, how it will disperse and its potency.[ii] A temperature between 18-28ºC when it’s…
Last year was the first BACD Annual Conference after the pandemic, and it was certainly a great way for everyone to come back with a bang! The British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (BACD) will continue the success of last’s year event with an exciting range of educational opportunities and speakers, as well as a chance…
Oral-B have launched a new replacement head to fit their iO range of electric toothbrushes called Specialised Clean. It features tufted bristles for cleaning around implants and interdental spaces. The company asked periodontist, Dr Amit Patel, to try the new head in advance of launch and he found it helped patients access and clean hard…
The British Association of Dental Therapists (BADT) will be attending and supporting the British Dental Conference and Dentistry Show (BDCDS) for another year. Julie Ellis, BADT Active Secretary, comments: “We are looking forward to discussing the benefits of BADT membership with new people at the show, as well as the work of the association and…
As technology has developed, dental implants have become increasingly popular with a variety of patients and meeting their expectations is important. When it comes to choosing which implant system to use the choice can feel overwhelming. A good place to start is with a brand you can trust. With a legacy of over 25 years,…
Talking points What does your happiness in life depend on? How do you measure your ‘growth’? How does your mindset impact on your quality of life? When we talk about development in dentistry, we usually mean learning new skills or taking on more responsibilities in the practice. These are very important, of course, but…
Three in four early career dentists in the UK (75%) say the Covid-19 pandemic has had a significant and negative impact on their dental training, according to a Dental Protection survey. In the snapshot survey of dentists who qualified in the last five years, 70% went on to say the pandemic has impacted their career…
The DTS Lecture Theatre at the Dental Technology Showcase (DTS) 2022 will present an array of lectures covering a broad spectrum of topics for the entire lab team. Dr Stefan Goniszewski, CEO of GKA Innovation, will be discussing “Crowns to cash – how does government funding and R&D tax credits apply to the dental industry?”…
Today the House of Commons Health and Social Care Select Committee has published the report of its inquiry into NHS litigation reform. The Dental Defence Union (DDU) engaged closely with this inquiry, submitting written evidence. The DDU welcomes the publication of today’s report but cautioned against too much focus on fundamental and complex structural change,…
Understanding the edentulous patient isn’t easy, especially because the realities of their daily challenges aren’t always at the forefront of the dental team’s mind. Presenting at the ADI Team Congress 2022, Pravesh Solanki invites the entire practice team to attend his lecture, “Same-Day Teeth: 12 Months of Nurture, Two Hours in the Chair”. He says:…
The British Dental Association has warned Government must pick up the pace on the reform of NHS dentistry, following an investigation from the BBC which found that teachers have requested charities to step in to provide access to dental care for school children. The BBC learned that with no local practices able to provide NHS care,…
It seems mere months ago that I first discussed the possibilities of robotics in dental implantology, ominously ending my thoughts with my usual “let’s see what the future brings” and thinking, deep down, that it would be a long time before robots started to be a true option in the field. However, with recent technologies…
The British Association of Dental Nurses (BADN), the UK’s professional association for dental nurses, is celebrating its 80 +2 Anniversary with an Anniversary Afternoon Tea at the NEC Hilton on Saturday 14 May. The Tea will include sandwiches, cakes and pastries with a glass of Prosecco (or soft drink) and coffee or tea. Dental nurses,…
Preetee Hylton is a restorative and dental implant dental nurse, as well as the Safeguarding Lead at The No.8 Partnership in Chelsea, London. She will be speaking in the Dental Nurses’ Forum – programmed by the BADN – at the upcoming British Dental Conference and Dentistry Show 2022, discussing “Domestic abuse: a never-ending battle”. She…
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