Officially, our current epoch is named the Holocene, which began after the first major ice age, roughly 11,700 years ago. However, some scientists have proposed a new geological time period, coined the Anthropocene.[i]This unofficial era is used to describe the period in the Earth’s history where human activity began to impact the planet’s climate and…
Highlighting NSK’s precision-engineered dental handpieces and equipment, the High Performance Dentistry focus is on NSK’s portfolio of products, designed to deliver a more rewarding experience for clinicians. Across five core areas of restorative, surgical, restorative, endo, decon, and oral hygiene, NSK’s High Performance Dentistry promise is underpinned by exceptional support and service. It also encompasses…
A Consultant Orthodontist from University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust was today awarded the prestigious Colyer Gold Medal from the Royal College of Surgeons (RCS) – the highest accolade available from the College. Dr Karen Juggins who is based at Royal Stoke University Hospital, was nominated for her significant contribution to the development of…
Ashley Latter is renowned across the dental profession for his expertise in training and coaching for ethical sales and business management. One of the core areas he explores with professionals is communication in the dental practice and this is something he feels many teams could improve upon with support. He says: “I feel communication is…
The pandemic has had a negative impact on one in three sets of teeth in the UK 20% of UK adults do not visit the dentist regularly 3 in 5 NHS patients would consider paying for private dental care, with over a third of them (36%) not having been open to this in the past…
Dentsply Sirona has been promoting women in dentistry for years with a range of successful measures and initiatives. The Company has also made diversity, equity and inclusion a key focus of its sustainability strategy “Beyond. Taking action for a brighter world.” On International Women’s Day, Dentsply Sirona has reaffirmed its commitment to driving cultural change…
Specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co, has announced the sale of The Care Dental Practice and Care Dental Platinum in Hammersmith, West London. Established by Dr Bashar Al-Naher, a pioneer of the ‘Enjoyable Dentistry technique’, The Care Dental Practice and Care Dental Platinum offer expert services in a wide range of private clinical treatments…
When you refer a patient for specialist treatment you want to ensure that they’re going somewhere that will continue to provide them with great quality care. By referring to Endocare, you can rest assured that your patient is in safe hands until they return to you. The specialist team are dedicated to providing gold-standard treatment…
When it comes to tooth wear and what damages the health of people’s teeth, the most commonly discussed topic is diet – sugar and foods high in saturated fat have become the most widely known factor for contributing towards a decline in oral health. There are, however, a variety of factors that can contribute to…
Dr Aly Virani speaks about how the Piezomed from W&H streamlines his workflows: “I first purchased the Piezomed from W&H when I left general practice to commit to being a peripatetic implant surgeon in 2019. Since I began using the unit, I’ve noticed that surgical procedures that involve bone removal, block bone grafting and sinus…
Dentistry in Northern Ireland has taken another blow, as the profession’s representatives have labelled as ‘totally inadequate’ new funding arrangements for General Dental Services announced by the Department of Health this evening’. A new Rebuilding Support Scheme will see a 25% enhancement apply to dental fees, as the Financial Support Scheme to mitigate the impact…
Advancements in technology have impacted all industries and the dental profession has taken advantage of the latest innovations to provide even better outcomes for patients. Nevertheless, this has sparked debate within the profession with regards to best practice and techniques. Dental implantology has provoked discussion once again but you don’t have to miss what the…
If you’re looking to provide more treatment options for your patients, the capabilities of your equipment are an important consideration. The CS 8200 3D from Carestream Dental is designed to assist dental practices looking to expand their treatment possibilities. How? 2D panoramic technology is blended with CBCT imaging and 3D model scanning, creating one powerful,…
J&S Davis is honoured to be supporting an upcoming session with the Scottish Dental Study Club, presented by global pioneer in biomimetic dentistry – Dr David Alleman. Dr David Alleman is known worldwide as a pioneer in the development of minimally-invasive restorative techniques. His comprehensive, two-day, hands-on session will explore a variety of evidence-based biomimetic…
BRILLIANT COMPONEER™ is a direct composite veneering system for the possibility of highly aesthetic anterior restorations in a single appointment! The system comprises pre-fabricated shells, which use the same sub-micron filler technology as COLTENE’s ever-popular BRILLIANT EverGlow universal composite.™ This means you get exceptional polishability, long-lasting gloss retention and high mechanical strength. Shade matching is…
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