- Dentist offers oral healthcare for orangutan love
A dentist is on the shortlist to win a prestigious wildlife conservation prize for her work saving the rainforests Hotlin Ompusunggu from Borneo in south east Asia is trying to sever the links between poverty ill health and ecological damage by letting poor.. read more. Posted on : Wed 27th - Apr - 2011
- A dentist s eye view of new regulations
Consultants in all aspects of personnel employment law and health and safety compliance Citation plc has worked with The Dentistry Business to produce a comprehensive CQC compliance solution for dentists and practice managers It will enable them to achieve .. read more. Posted on : Wed 27th - Apr - 2011
- Patriot gets Royal Wedding teeth tattoos
A plumber has spent 1 000 for teeth tattoos of Prince William and Kate Middleton Baz Franks 29 from Bristol spent six hours in the dentist s chair while portraits of the happy Royal couple to be were painstakingly added to his front teeth Dr Neil Gerrard o.. read more. Posted on : Wed 27th - Apr - 2011
- Justin Bieber musical toothbrushes launched
A Justin Bieber toothbrush collection has just been launched in the States Designed to make brushing teeth fun Brush Buddies exclusive Justin Bieber dentistry products encourage children and teens to brush properly while enjoying their favorite pop tunes On o.. read more. Posted on : Wed 27th - Apr - 2011
- UK media sinks teeth into raunchy vampire film
A health authority s humorous sexy vampire short film streamed on YouTube and aimed at getting young patients through the doors of local NHS dentists has become a media hit NHS Northamptonshire originally posted the short film to the video sharing site in Febr.. read more. Posted on : Tue 26th - Apr - 2011
- Implant dentistry s outstanding scientific edge
The Congress Committee of the European Association for Osseointegration EAO is finalising the scientific content of its 2011 Annual Congress on implant dentistry which is taking place in Athens 12 15 October The Congress will offer a truly outstanding scien.. read more. Posted on : Tue 26th - Apr - 2011
- New ideas for temporary registration of dentists
The General Dental Council GDC has released details of draft plans to change guidelines about the temporary registration of dentists An online consultation on the issue is now open and closes on 22 July 2011 Temporary registration allows dentists who are not.. read more. Posted on : Tue 26th - Apr - 2011
- UK ahead of the game in green dentistry
A US eco dentistry expert has applauded the efforts of dentists here in the UK for spearheading green practices in the surgery As the world celebrated Earth Day on 22 April Ina Pockrass co founder of the US Eco Dentistry Association said The UK is ahead.. read more. Posted on : Sun 24th - Apr - 2011
- Dentistry in a decade
The BDTA is looking for 3rd and 4th year BDS clinical students to write an article for publication in the dental press online and potentially the wider media The article will be entitled Dentistry in a Decade and will be based on the findings from the recent .. read more. Posted on : Fri 22nd - Apr - 2011
- Toothbrushes made from vegetables
Canadian dental patients now have a better choice for cleaner teeth and a cleaner planet thanks to a new line of vegetable based dental products The new EcoBrushes and EcoFlossers are North America s first biodegradable toothbrushes and flossers made from corn.. read more. Posted on : Fri 22nd - Apr - 2011
- Two hours of FREE CPD online
Dental Design and Dentistry co uk have got together to offer the dental team two hours of FREE CPD online Find out how to make the most out of your online presence by reading three articles and answering questions here to receive your FREE two hours of CPD Mar.. read more. Posted on : Thu 21st - Apr - 2011
- A bespoke financial solution for dentists that now offers so much more
OneSG was created by three individuals driven by the ambition to improve the levels of support and professionalism to the dental sector Mark Thomas Paul Dutton and Alex Rogers pictured left one of the leading dental corporates to set up OneSG a decision al.. read more. Posted on : Thu 21st - Apr - 2011
- Focus Easing back into the dental team
The challenges of returning to work can be just as challenging as being away not only for the individual but the management and colleagues who have to help with the transition During life there are so many reasons why we might be absent from work for an ext.. read more. Posted on : Thu 21st - Apr - 2011
- 46 tax reliefs to be axed
Tax allowances can make a significant difference to the running of a practice so it is important to ensure you are claiming any tax reliefs to which you are entitled Unfortunately it looks as though a number of tax allowances are going to be cut and relative.. read more. Posted on : Thu 21st - Apr - 2011
- Dentistry Awards 2011 the launch
Dentistry magazine and www dentistry co uk are proud to invite you to enter the Dentistry Awards now in their 6th year The awards ceremony is the most celebrated event in the dental calendar honouring regional and national excellence in dentistry Created to.. read more. Posted on : Thu 21st - Apr - 2011
- Dentists more scary than snakes and spiders
It s not good news for dentists as the latest piece of research by the British Dental Health Foundation suggests that visiting the dentist makes people more nervous than snakes or spiders The research echoes last month s Adult Dental Health Survey which reveal.. read more. Posted on : Wed 20th - Apr - 2011
- Dental patient loyalty waivers
A new survey suggests that patient loyalty may be on the wane ndash and that patients who are dissatisfied with their care might vote with their feet without dentists knowing Dental corporate Oasis which commissioned the survey has warned that the results .. read more. Posted on : Wed 20th - Apr - 2011
- Win a FREE place to the World Aesthetic Congress
Here is an opportunity to secure a place at the World Aesthetic Congress WAC 2011 ndash simply answer a question and enter the prize draw The leading aesthetic dentistry event ndash taking place 17 18 June ndash offers an unrivalled speaker line up li.. read more. Posted on : Wed 20th - Apr - 2011
- Oral healthcare the evidence says it all
Effective daily oral care at home can help maintain a healthy mouth and reduce the onset of oral diseases Most dental professionals agree that not all patients have an optimum daily oral care regime and recommend adjuncts to their patient s oral care routine a.. read more. Posted on : Wed 20th - Apr - 2011
- Focus The dental treatment co ordinator
Everyone talks about meeting and exceeding customers expectations yet it is rarely achieved Despite it being inexpensive to implement and requiring only the most basic of approaches it is rarely well executed in practice in this country However achieving tr.. read more. Posted on : Wed 20th - Apr - 2011
- Dentists caution on becoming mutuals
Dentists are likely to tread cautiously before joining David Cameron s lsquo Big Society by delivering care as lsquo mutuals ndash outside the NHS Health secretary Andrew Lansley announced a 10 million expansion of existing plans for healthcare staff .. read more. Posted on : Tue 19th - Apr - 2011
- Dental pioneer awarded Fellowship
Ellis Paul editor in chief of leading journal for private dentists Private Dentistry has been awarded Fellowship by Election from the Board of the Faculty of General Dental Practice UK Russ Ladwa dean of the FGDP UK told Ellis lsquo It is obvious fo.. read more. Posted on : Tue 19th - Apr - 2011
- TV celebs enjoy VIP tooth whitening treatments
Hollyoaks star Ashley Taylor Dawson was among a clutch of celebs who enjoyed some VIP dental treatment this week The actor who plays Darren in the soap took time out of a busy filming schedule to join other stars from the series at Malmaison in Liverpool .. read more. Posted on : Mon 18th - Apr - 2011
- VIP smiles for TV celebs
Hollyoaks star Ashley Taylor Dawson was among a clutch of celebs who enjoyed some VIP dental treatment this week The actor who plays Darren in the soap took time out of a busy filming schedule to join other stars from the series at Malmaison in Liverpool.. read more. Posted on : Mon 18th - Apr - 2011
- Alcohol a significant burden of cancer in Europe
Alcohol is an attributable burden of incidence of cancer in eight European countries A study ndash published on bmj com ndash reveals that almost one in ten 9 6 cancers in men and three in ten 3 cancers in women in Western Europe is caused by former .. read more. Posted on : Mon 18th - Apr - 2011
- WAC focus Restoration of upper central incisors
In the case described in this article the patient ndash a 28 year old who happens herself to be a dentist ndash is concerned about the wear in her front teeth which has been progressing strong Figure 1 Central incisors with tooth wear at the incisor edg.. read more. Posted on : Mon 18th - Apr - 2011
- International academic joins dental school
The Peninsula Dental School has appointed Dr Mona Nasser as clinical lecturer in evidence based dentistry Previously Dr Nasser had been a research associate and methodologist in the Department of Health Information at the German Institute for Quality and Effi.. read more. Posted on : Mon 18th - Apr - 2011
- Will the Easter bunny bring you gum disease
Brits will eat more than 80 million Easter eggs over the holiday ndash little realising the link between excessive sugar consumption and gum disease warn dental experts People may know that too much sugar is bad for teeth but many will be oblivious to the .. read more. Posted on : Mon 18th - Apr - 2011
- Patient communication guide available on demand
The hugely successful webcast organised by Software of Excellence featuring Ashley Latter and Matt McColley is now available to view on demand More than 200 delegates logged into the webinar and listened to the presentation on how to get more patients to acce.. read more. Posted on : Mon 18th - Apr - 2011
- High tech CQC solutions for dentists
Having worked with Vinai Patel and Amar Flora from CQC Support and as we are currently supporting a number of dental practices we understand how frustrating it can become when trying to implement the new CQC regulations As you may be aware the Care Quality .. read more. Posted on : Mon 18th - Apr - 2011
- Red Tape Challenge stirs dentists
The British Dental Association BDA is calling on the profession to join in the government s Red Tape Challenge by drawing attention to the myriad rules and regulations that distract them from providing patient care An example is the disproportionate and dupl.. read more. Posted on : Fri 15th - Apr - 2011
- All change at dental corporate
James Hull Associates has announced two new senior appointments as it further strengthens its board Current CEO Robin Pugh will step up to chairman after successfully guiding the business through its recent refinancing Robin will take up the role of chairman.. read more. Posted on : Fri 15th - Apr - 2011
- Dental forum has the Smile Factor
One of the busiest dental websites in the world has opened its doors to an all new online forum to help practices and event organisers share ideas during National Smile Month To coincide with the relaunch of www dentalhealth org the British Dental Health Foun.. read more. Posted on : Fri 15th - Apr - 2011
- Dentist faked own death for 1 85 million
A dentist has been jailed for five years after admitting making 1 85 million of life insurance claims after faking his own death Emmanouil Parisis 46 formerly of Barnstaple Devon admitted eight charges of false representation He faked a car accident in Jo.. read more. Posted on : Thu 14th - Apr - 2011
- Job interviews ensure you have a smile for success
During job interviews you ll not only be judged by what comes out of your mouth but also by what s in it according to one US dentist Northlake Atlanta dentist Dr Peter V Vanstrom says lsquo First impressions are based on appearance and your teeth and b.. read more. Posted on : Thu 14th - Apr - 2011
- Help find funny dental themed place names
The British Dental Health Foundation wants dental and health professionals to go lsquo absolutely dental during National Smile Month by helping to plot hundreds of street and place names with fun dental themes The Foundation has published the first ever UK D.. read more. Posted on : Thu 14th - Apr - 2011
- Dentists gear up to London Marathon feat
There will be 111 dentists pounding the streets of London this Sunday 17 April They are just a fraction of the 46 698 runners taking part in this year s Virgin London Marathon 2011 Sixty eight male dentists and 43 female dentists have hopefully been in train.. read more. Posted on : Thu 14th - Apr - 2011
- Superbug found on dental braces
A recent study has revealed some of the bacteria found on orthodontic retainers worn after orthodontic treatment is completed can be associated with the hospital superbug MRSA The research carried out by the UCL Eastman Dental Institute in London 1 also .. read more. Posted on : Wed 13th - Apr - 2011
- Braces for nine months and it s baby pink
I am now nine months into having my braces and coincidentally have gone for baby pink They ve been tightened replaced with smaller wires and Christina the orthodontist has also added springs on my lower mouth where my gaps are I still have the gold hooks.. read more. Posted on : Wed 13th - Apr - 2011
- How does yours brush up
Brits still have some way to go to improve their brushing habits a new survey has revealed Almost half the country 49 forget to brush their teeth before they go to bed despite the clear advice from dentists ndash to brush twice a day ndash that has be.. read more. Posted on : Wed 13th - Apr - 2011
- Dental boss wins some and loses one
Having ridden his way to success twice in 2011 and come a close second in the Grand National Sam Waley Cohen amateur jockey and owner of dental corporate group Portman Healthcare has his sights set on another key date this month Sam 29 rode his father s .. read more. Posted on : Wed 13th - Apr - 2011
- Happy the Hippo helps tots clean teeth
Happy the Hippo to help young children look after their teeth lsquo Happy the Hippo has been recruited by the British Dental Health Foundation to help teach young children how to look after their teeth Around one third of children under the age of 12 in the U.. read more. Posted on : Tue 12th - Apr - 2011
- Redefining oral hygiene intervention
The eighth Emerging Trends Symposium initiated by Philips took place in Cologne Germany the day before the start of the IDS on 20 21 March 2011 It was attended by 50 key opinion leading dental professionals from across Europe attracted by a roster of inte.. read more. Posted on : Mon 11th - Apr - 2011
- New thinking on dental decontamination rules
The British Dental Association BDA has applauded an announcement that primary care dentists in Scotland will not be required to use vacuum sterilisers because there is a lack of evidence that they would increase patient safety The statement was made by the S.. read more. Posted on : Mon 11th - Apr - 2011
- 62 practices to trial new dental contract
For the first time from this summer dentists will be paid for the quality of the treatment they give rather than the number of treatments provided health minister Lord Howe announced today Sixty two dental practices have been selected to trial a new dental .. read more. Posted on : Mon 11th - Apr - 2011
- Expert witnesses may face new dento legal risks
The longstanding principle that an expert witness is immune from being sued was overturned in the recent Supreme Court decision of Jones v Kaney Having lost their immunity experts are now exposed to the risk of being sued in respect of evidence given in court.. read more. Posted on : Mon 11th - Apr - 2011
- Global prize for tooth repair scientist
Breakthroughs in the regeneration of bone and dental tissue have won a Cardiff University researcher a leading award for young dental scientists Dr Alastair Sloan s research career has focused on the therapeutic use of bio active molecules in the repair of the.. read more. Posted on : Mon 11th - Apr - 2011
- Combating calculus with Oral B Pro Expert
Calculus widely recognised as a cause of gum problems by increasing the retention of dental plaque is set to face new opposition with Oral B Pro Expert toothpaste Formed by the calcification of previously deposited dental plaque calculus then provides a ro.. read more. Posted on : Fri 8th - Apr - 2011
- Combating calculus with Oral B Pro Expert
Calculus widely recognised as a cause of gum problems by increasing the retention of dental plaque is set to face new opposition with Oral B Pro Expert toothpaste Formed by the calcification of previously deposited dental plaque calculus then provides a ro.. read more. Posted on : Fri 8th - Apr - 2011
- An anti caries evolution
Stannous fluoride a widely recognised anti caries agent used in Crest toothpaste introduced by Procter Gamble as the first clinically proven anti caries fluoride toothpaste in 1955 is now back in a newly stabilised form in Oral B Pro Expert toothpaste Al.. read more. Posted on : Fri 8th - Apr - 2011
- New dental practice opens in Bristol
A new dental surgery was officially opened in Bristol last month Local MP for Bristol West Stephen Williams and Jill Shepherd NHS Bristol s director of commissioning cut the ribbon at the Oasis Dental Care practice on Neath Road in St George The practice .. read more. Posted on : Fri 8th - Apr - 2011
- Dentists call for more ambitious dental plans
Government plans for dental public health are targeted in the right direction but do not go far enough the British Dental Association BDA warns While supporting both the broad approach of the plans and some specific proposals in the Healthy Lives Healthy .. read more. Posted on : Thu 7th - Apr - 2011
- money4dentists meets Dara O Briain
In March Grosvenor House Hotel in London played host to the 2011 Money Marketing Awards a prestigious and glamorous event sponsored by Aviva and hosted by top comedian Dara O Briain The awards celebrated the work of general and specialist independent financi.. read more. Posted on : Thu 7th - Apr - 2011
- Dental nurses wanted at London 2012 Olympics
Essex dentist Tony Clough is scouring the UK for dental nurses to join his elite team who will care for the oral health of the world s athletes at London 2012 Olympics Tony is dentist and medical team consultant for London 2012 and the clinic will include eigh.. read more. Posted on : Thu 7th - Apr - 2011
- Andrew Lansley to talk to dentists
Secretary of state for health Andrew Lansley will address the 2011 British Dental Conference and Exhibition on Thursday 19 May it has been confirmed this week Mr Lansley will speak at 11am on the first day of the event which takes place at Manchester s Cen.. read more. Posted on : Thu 7th - Apr - 2011
- Dentistry s rising stars rewarded
The achievements of the country s brightest young dental rising stars were celebrated at a dental awards ceremony this month The 2011 3M ESPE Dental Student Awards is part of the company s bid to invest in the future of dentistry by recognising in the most pio.. read more. Posted on : Wed 6th - Apr - 2011
- Frozen 5 a day gives families a dietary boost
Low income families now have the choice to buy frozen fruit and vegetables as part of the Healthy Start scheme health secretary Andrew Lansley has announced The scheme supports over half a million pregnant women and low income families by giving them vouchers.. read more. Posted on : Wed 6th - Apr - 2011
- Abi Titmuss adds glamour to Smile Awards
Glamour model and actress Abi Titmuss spent an evening with the dental world s glitterati recently ndash and added more glamour to the Smile Awards event in London Abi was there as a special guest of Discus Dental ndash responsible for the Zoom Whitening .. read more. Posted on : Wed 6th - Apr - 2011
- Smiles matter says dental poll
A new survey reveals that a smile is the most important physical attribute when it comes to attraction second only to personality The poll carried out on behalf of the British Dental Health Foundation also reveals that only 23 believed the nation had lsquo.. read more. Posted on : Wed 6th - Apr - 2011
- Award for fluoridation campaigner
An oral health expert who championed the need for fluoridation in the UK has had his work recognised Jerry Read head of oral health and dental education at the Department of Health DH was honoured by the Faculty of Dental Surgery FDS and the Faculty of G.. read more. Posted on : Wed 6th - Apr - 2011
- Oral bacteria may halt dental plaque
Oral health experts are suggesting that an enzyme produced by mouth bacterium inhibits dental plaque The finding could eventually lead to the development of toothpaste that harnesses the body s own plaque fighting tools The team of scientist from Japan show th.. read more. Posted on : Tue 5th - Apr - 2011
- Chewing robot scoops prize for student
A student who designed a lsquo chewing robot to help understand the wear and tear undergone by human teeth has scooped a prestigious science prize Daniel Raabe a former PhD student in the Queens School of Engineering at the University of Bristol has been a.. read more. Posted on : Tue 5th - Apr - 2011
- Stem cell study has implications for tooth repair
Scientists from King s College London have uncovered the first genetic evidence that shows cells found on the surface of blood vessels can act as stem cells to assist in both organ growth and tissue repair The study funded by the Medical Research Council is .. read more. Posted on : Tue 5th - Apr - 2011
- Readers win signed copy of top dentist s book
10 lucky readers have scooped a copy of of Dentistry s Top 50 winner dentist James Goolnik s new book In Brush Proven strategies to make you and your dental business shine James shares his blueprint to creating both a successful life and a successful dental.. read more. Posted on : Mon 4th - Apr - 2011
- Dentistry business Not just a logo
Dentists go through years of education and training to enable them to become practitioners They may take advanced MSc courses in implants or other related subjects but it is always to achieve the same end result to have a practice of one s own or to be a pr.. read more. Posted on : Mon 4th - Apr - 2011
- Dentistry finance Redrawing the lines
Some regulation changes you will be required to act upon others may affect the way you run your practice or certain policies that you currently maintain in which case you may need to review strong Flexible working hours strong From 6 April the right to re.. read more. Posted on : Mon 4th - Apr - 2011
- Gum disease bigger risk than diabetes
New research suggests that gum disease carries a higher risk of causing a stroke than diabetes and its impact is nearly the equivalent of high blood pressure as a major cause of strokes High blood pressure hypertension and diabetes diabetes mellitus are w.. read more. Posted on : Mon 4th - Apr - 2011
- Royal dental X rays withdrawn from auction
Dental X rays of the Queen s family have been withdrawn from auction Buckingham Palace has requested The 18 images of Elizabeth II s teeth together with those of her mother and father King George VI were taken between 1942 and 1946 The X rays were found in.. read more. Posted on : Mon 4th - Apr - 2011
- Dentistry Top 50 the results
Well known cosmetic dentist strong James Goolnik strong has become the fourth person to be named number one in this poll following in the footsteps of Kevin Lewis 2006 2008 Eddie Crouch 2009 and Edward Lynch 2010 Many of our readers each of whom v.. read more. Posted on : Fri 1st - Apr - 2011
- Dental hygienist is top woman in Dentistry Top 50
Dental hygienist Mhari Coxon is the highest placed woman in the Dentistry Top 50 entering the poll of the dental sector s most influential people at 15 Mhari is the third highest new entry for 2011 and as well as being the hygienist at Dr Phil Stemmer s Teet.. read more. Posted on : Fri 1st - Apr - 2011
- TV dentist suspended for affair with patient
A celebrity dentist who had an affair with a patient faces a three month ban for lsquo a serious breach of standards Surinder Hundle of TV makeover show 10 Years Younger fame began seeing the woman when she was sympathetic about the death of his twins His.. read more. Posted on : Fri 1st - Apr - 2011
- Attendance soars 84 per cent at dental show
The Dentistry Show cemented its position as the fastest growing event for DCPs attracting a record attendance Staged at the NEC Birmingham last month it attracted 4 270 unique visitors to the two dayconference ndash an 84 increaseon the 2010 attendance.. read more. Posted on : Fri 1st - Apr - 2011
- Dental company Dentisan win again
Dentisan s award winning year of 2010 continued into 2011 when it received further national recognition at the Medilink UK Awards 2011 scooping the top prize for outstanding achievement Medilink is a networking organisation for the healthcare and bioscience.. read more. Posted on : Fri 1st - Apr - 2011
- Legal case sets precedent for dental practices
A recent court case involving HMRC has helped to clarify how repairs and improvements made to business premises including dental practices should be classified Whether to deduct the cost of building repairs from annual profits or take them from capital gain.. read more. Posted on : Fri 1st - Apr - 2011
