President-Elect of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (BACD), Dr Sam Jethwa, is encouraging all dental professionals with an interest in ethical cosmetic dentistry to join the BACD 20th Annual Conference this November: “Over the years, the Annual Conference has had a major influence on the careers of countless restorative dentists in the UK. It…
Looking for a versatile 2D/3D scanning system? The Neo Edition of the CS 8200 3D from Carestream Dental is a powerful yet easy-to-use CBCT system that delivers outstanding 2D and 3D images. Boasting the broadest range of fields of view in its category, it is ideal for dental professionals who want to expand their treatment…
Christie & Co’s Head of Dental, Joel Mannix, joins us to discuss the specialist business property advisor’s 2024 Dental Market Review, which provided added emphasis on the sentiments of the dental profession. Listen here as well as on all major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more: Or watch the interview via The Probe’s YouTube channel: Read…
A dental professional’s ability to accommodate the needs of their patients is essential for providing effective care. When a patient requires additional support, clinicians should do all they can to offer tailored dental care plans. As has become increasingly clear in recent years, mental health and oral health are intrinsically linked. Amongst the most common…
This year marks a remarkable milestone for Bridge2Aid as the charity celebrates 20 years since its very first Dental Volunteer Programme in Tanzania. To honour this achievement, they are launching the #20FOR20 campaign, and are inviting you to join them in creating a lasting legacy. By donating £20, supporters can help them raise £20,000 to…
The Diversity In Dentistry Action Group (DDAG) has issued a statement in response to the riots that have taken place nationally over the past week, horrified at the scenes of unrest and violence across parts of the country, fueled by racism and Islamophobia. “We welcome fair and open discussions however, these conversations should not be…
The British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (BACD) turns 20! To help mark the birthday milestone, Dr Miguel Stanley, a highly influential dentist around the world, will be giving an unmissable lecture at the BACD Annual Conference in November. As systemic diseases are on the rise, it is essential to protect and promote the health of…
The Department of Health and Social Care reports that almost half of UK adults are affected by some level of irreversible periodontitis.[i] The loss of tooth-supporting tissues can have devastating effects for patients’ health and quality of life. This autumn, the Academy of Soft and Hard Tissue Augmentation (ASHA) is presenting a unique course led…
Traditionally, pulp sensibility tests have helped to form the basis of clinical endodontic diagnoses. During an examination, the clinician performs a number of tests to elicit a response from the patient, informing whether they may have clinical signs of pulpitis/pulp necrosis. Whilst these tests have been used for many years, and do have a place…
The Dental Defence Union (DDU) is urging the government to consult on proposals to address the cost of clinical negligence. The call was made following the publication of DDU parent company, the MDU’s annual report and accounts, in which the organisation said the current situation was ‘unsustainable.’ The DDU reported that during 2023, it closed…
Dr Stefan Bienz, from the University of Zurich, Switzerland, will be presenting at the Association of Dental Implantology (ADI) Masterclass on 23rd November. He discusses what delegates can expect from his session “Soft Tissue Augmentation: The prosthodontist’s perspective”: “I’m very much looking forward to the next ADI Masterclass in London in November 24. As you…
Delivered across two parts, ASHA Club brings you the Advanced Horizontal & Vertical Augmentation Course presented by Dr Selvaraj Balaji. This course is designed for dentists who are already capable of placing dental implants and would like to enhance their skills, and teaches clinicians how to improve their skills in horizontal and vertical bone augmentation…
The chief executive of the medical defence organisation MDDUS (Medical & Dental Defence Union of Scotland) has issued a condemnation of the ‘appalling’ threats of violence against doctors. MDDUS Chief Executive Chris Kenny said: “Healthcare workers from minority ethnic backgrounds and those who qualified overseas and are registered to practise here are part of the…
When it comes to your decontamination equipment, there is a lot to think about. A malfunction or even complete breakdown can be costly for your business in more ways than one. Not only will you have to find the money to pay for potential repairs or replacements while experiencing loss of income and down time…
Shalini Kanagasingam is the course lead for the MSc Endodontology programme at UCLan, and a consultant at the Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in Denmark Hill. She will be presenting a session entitled “Using CBCT to plan your cases” as part of the Early Career Group Symposium at the IFEA World Endodontic Congress (WEC)…
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