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Youngdentists must adapt to change
Young dentists were told by Professor Andrew Eder at a recent seminar that must adapt to ensure they are providing the best care for their patients. He advised them to focus on diversity in their careers, invest in ongoing CPD and training and identify a mentor, to ensure they maintain… Read More -
ARFincrease raised in Parliament
Two MPs have asked questions on the proposed ARF increase. The replies from health minister, Dr Daniel Poulter, were similar. He said that, although the GDC was an independent body, the Government would not expect registration fees to increase beyond their current levels, ‘unless there is a clear and robust… Read More -
Openletter attacks GDC further
More pressure has been placed on the GDC today by the publication of an open letter to the GDC Chair, of the General Dental Council, William Moyes. A group of 23 LDCs have collaborated to produce an in depth letter of criticism and advice for the GDC, joining the explosion… Read More -
Hygienistraises 20 000 for charity
A dental hygienist has raised almost £20,000 for Mouth Cancer Action by walking 500 miles across the UK. Christina Chatfield, owner of Dental Health Spa Brighton, finished her ‘500 Miles 4 Smiles’ walk on 19 June in Brighton, marking the end of an extraordinary month. The walk started at Christina’s… Read More -
GDCdefends that’ advert
The General Dental Council (GDC) has defended placing an advertisement in the Daily Telegraph saying that it was part of a publicity campaign to promote the Dental Complaints Service. It claims that 27% of patients do not know where to complain about poor treatment. It also said the cost was £5,500 Read More -
Toothdecay by far the biggest reason for hospital admission
Data released by the Health and Social Care Information Centre show that the number of admissions for dental problems among 5 to 9-year-olds rose from 22,574 in 2010-11 to 25,812 in 2013-14. Kathryn Harley, a consultant in paediatric dentistry, told the Sunday Times: “We have children who require all 20… Read More -
DentalProtection signposts route for ARF protest
Although sharing the concerns of those alarmed by the size of the increase, Dental Protection is warning dental professionals to tread carefully when making public their reaction and also to think before considering withholding their ARF as both actions would threaten their registration and ability to practise lawfully. Kevin Lewis,… Read More -
BDAchallenges GDC to justify its inflammatory advertisement
Chair of BDA Principal Executive Committee Mick Armstrong has asked GDC Chair Bill Moyes to justify why a cash-strapped GDC paid for an irresponsible, inflammatory advert that appeared in the Daily Telegraph. Commenting, Dr Armstrong described the provocative advert was ‘yet another slap in the face for UK dentists’. He… Read More -
Dentists’fury at GDC advert
Dentists posting on GDPUK have reacted furiously to and advertisement inserted by the General Dental Council (GDC) into the Daily Telegraph on July 5. It was directed at private patients and urged them to complain if they were ‘not completely happy’ with their treatment. Read More -
Privatebuyers outbidding large corporates in practice sales
The latest NASDAL goodwill survey reaffirms the ongoing appeal of an NHS contract, with NHS practices and mixed practices still commanding higher prices. Alan Suggett, who is responsible for the survey, said that looming changes in NHS contracts seem to have had no impact on NHS goodwill values despite the… Read More
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Veteran Olympic and Paralympic dentist Hitesh Mody has been recalled to provide dental care for elite athletes competing in the Commonwealth Games, Glasgow 2014- Scotland’s biggest ever sporting and cultural event. “London 2012 was about inspiring a generation; Glasgow 2014 is about generating an aspiration”, explains Dr Mody.
Elite track cyclists Laura Trott and Jason Kenny are about to compete at the Commonwealth Games. They have been a couple since the 2012 Olympics, and train together at the Velodrome in Manchester. Before the start of the games they have both embarked on Invisalign orthodontic treatment and are about to be fitted with their first sets of clear aligners to realign their teeth virtually invisibly.
Two MPs have asked questions on the proposed ARF increase. The replies from health minister, Dr Daniel Poulter, were similar. He said that, although the GDC was an independent body, the Government would not expect registration fees to increase beyond their current levels, ‘unless there is a clear and robust business case that any increase is essential to ensure the exercise of statutory duties’.
More pressure has been placed on the GDC today by the publication of an open letter to the GDC Chair, of the General Dental Council, William Moyes. A group of 23 LDCs have collaborated to produce an in depth letter of criticism and advice for the GDC, joining the explosion of protest and discontent from the dental profession.
The letter contains eight recommendations.
The letter has been published in the second part of this article.
Data released by the Health and Social Care Information Centre show that the number of admissions for dental problems among 5 to 9-year-olds rose from 22,574 in 2010-11 to 25,812 in 2013-14. Kathryn Harley, a consultant in paediatric dentistry, told the Sunday Times: “We have children who require all 20 of their baby teeth to be extracted. It beggars belief that their diets could produce such a drastic effect.”
Read more: Tooth decay by far the biggest reason for hospital admission
The General Dental Council (GDC) has defended placing an advertisement in the Daily Telegraph saying that it was part of a publicity campaign to promote the Dental Complaints Service. It claims that 27% of patients do not know where to complain about poor treatment. It also said the cost was £5,500
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Dental Elf
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Study suggests that regular dental checks between 50-65yrs reduced major tooth loss
Regular dental examinations are considered an important element of preventive dental care. The aim of this cohort study was to assess the impact of routine dental attendance between the ages of 50 – 65 in relation to major tooth loss and Oral Health related Quality of life (OHRQoL) In 1992 all 50-year-olds in two Swedish [read the full story...]
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Review suggests small benefits from enamel matrix derivative in the treatment of periodontal pockets of suprabony defects
A number of different regenerative techniques, guided tissue regeneration (GTR), bone grafting (BG) and the use of enamel matrix derivative (EMD) have been used to try and regenerate periodontal tissues. The aim of this review was to assess the effectiveness of EMD in the treatment of periodontal pockets of suprabony defects. Searches were conducted in [read the full story...]
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Review finds that oral appliances produce improvements in some obstructive sleep apnoea indicators
Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) can result in day-time sleepiness, neurocognitive decline and, in the long terms cardiovascular problems. While nasal continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is the standard treatment for OSA oral appliances (OAs) have been used as an alternative approach. The aim of this review was to assess the effectiveness of OAs that advanced [read the full story...]
Product Updates
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Complete the Implant Dentistry Survey for a chance to win a 64GB iPad mini worth £479!
This July, The Dental Survey has consolidated a range of questions surrounding implant dentistry to find out more about what dentists really think about all aspects of this subject. The purpose of thi ...
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BDIA Launches devices initiative
The BDIA is delighted to announce the launch of its Counterfeit and substandard Instruments and Devices Initiative (CsIDI), an industry wide activity to:- Promote awareness of the dangers of poo ...
Friday, 18 July 2014 -
Help protect the future of Britain’s Labs
The Government’s Trailblazer initiative is set to improve and develop apprenticeships in 29 different industry sectors across Britain. Owner of Sparkle Dental Labs, Mustafa Mohammed, is leading the wa ...
Thursday, 17 July 2014 -
A fantastic day for dentists and DCPs - ESAO
On the 21st June in Birmingham the European Society of Aesthetic Orthodontics (ESAO) hosted a full-capacity orthodontic skills course. With parallel sessions running for dentists and DCPs; the sold-ou ...
Wednesday, 16 July 2014 -
Inman Aligner Advanced Training – ‘10 out of 10!’
Dr. Gordon Matthew from Neilston Road Dental Group recently attended the Inman Aligner advanced training course. ‘I have been providing the Inman Aligner for six years and attended one of the ori ...
Wednesday, 16 July 2014 -
How To Promote Private Dentistry In Your Practice
To Promote Private Dental Treatment You Have To Tell People What You Do!Neil SandersonJust how do you promote private dental treatment? Your private dental treatment may just be one of the best kept s ...
Tuesday, 15 July 2014 -
Promtemp Crown from 3M ESPE – “It just makes perfect sense”
Promtemp Crown from 3M ESPE – “It just makes perfect sense” Dr Anoup Nandra from Edgbaston Dental Care in Birmingham has been impressed with Protemp Crown temporary material from 3M ESPE fo ...
Tuesday, 15 July 2014 -
Outstanding education for all at the BACD Annual Conference 2014
The BACD will hold its 11th Annual Conference ‘Life LIKE Aesthetics’ on 6th – 8th November 2014 at the ACC Liverpool. As one of the highlights of the dental calendar, delegates can look forward to an ...
Tuesday, 15 July 2014 -
Comprehensive Care Courses
An international trainer, Dr Raj Ahlowalia is bringing his high level of expertise in functional and aesthetic dentistry to the UK. A highly regarded teacher in the US with the Pankey Institute, ...
Monday, 14 July 2014 -
Protecting your pregnant patients
Pregnant patients are extremely vulnerable, and practitioners must support them in maintaining a good oral care regime. Huge physical changes, irregular eating habits and fluctuating hormones all make ...
Monday, 14 July 2014