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Published: Wednesday, 08 April 2020 13:28
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The London Evening Standard has reported that dentists have used 3D printers to design a high-protection visor for frontline medics that is about to be produced in vast numbers for the new Nightingale Hospital. Professor Shakeel Shahdad, from Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, said dentistry was a high risk for the virus.
Read more: Visors made by dentists on 3D printers to be rushed to front line
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Published: Tuesday, 07 April 2020 21:03
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BDA Chair, Mick Armstrong and CEO, Martin Woodrow, had a virtual meeting with the Health Minister, Jo Churchill MP and CDO for England, Sara Hurley, as well as with colleagues from NHS England. UNW’s Dental Business Unit updates its financial advice. Dental teams are stepping up to the challenges of COVID-19.
Read more: COVID-19: Update: BDA has virtual meeting with Minister and CDO
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Published: Tuesday, 07 April 2020 11:10
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The first study looking at the effect of chlorhexidine mouthwash on the entire oral microbiome has found its use significantly increases the abundance of lactate-producing bacteria that lower saliva pH, and may increase the risk of tooth damage. "We urgently need more information on how it works on viruses," said one of the researchers, in the light of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Read more: Chlorhexidine mouthwash could make saliva significantly more acidic
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Published: Monday, 06 April 2020 17:14
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The BDA has published an NHS information package on redeployment of the clinical dental workforce. The NHS says the dental workforce has a wide range of skills and experience that can be utilised to undertake activities that will help clinical colleagues and the wider workforce. The BDA has also given practical guidance for members only on assessing risk and an uopdate on furloughed workers and NHS payments.
Read more: COVID-19 Update: What redeployment means if you volunteer
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Published: Sunday, 05 April 2020 18:16
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The BDA has confirmed that a breakthrough on furlough for mixed practices has been made. Chair Mick Armstrong says it will be a ‘lifeline’ to many practices. The Lancet has also published an article on urgent dental care for patients during the pandemic – a link is given to the full article. Finally, an updated financial support package has been announced for dentists in Northern Ireland.
Read more: COVID-19 Update: BDA announces breakthrough on furlough for mixed practices
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Published: Saturday, 04 April 2020 11:55
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An international study raises questions over sugar levels in formula baby milk which in some cases can be as much as twice that of Fanta, reports the Daily Telegraph. Researcher, Gemma Bridge, said the use of sweeteners not only encouraged more mothers to buy the products because babies liked them but also risked creating a preference for sweet tastes at a young age which could have a detrimental effect on future eating habits.
Read more: BDJ study shows some baby milk contains more sugar than Fanta
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Published: Friday, 03 April 2020 06:57
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The BDA has secured an agreement with NHS England that mixed NHS/private practices, who wish to claim against additional Government support schemes, including the ‘furlough’ of staff, should ensure that this claim is in relation to the proportion of private revenue only. In addition, new personal protective equipment guidance has been issued by the authorities.
Read more: COVID-19 Update: BDA secures financial support for mixed practices
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Published: Thursday, 02 April 2020 17:05
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BDA Chief Executive, Martin Woodrow, has published a blog on the BDA website, outlining the latest progress for dentists in England on issues that have been of great concern to dental teams. He also mentions the CDO’s webinar on Friday. He tells dentists: “Your best interests are at the heart of all of our efforts. Now, more than ever, it’s important for us to stand together to protect dentists and dentistry.”
Read more: COVID-19: Thursday Update: BDA outlines latest progress
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Published: Thursday, 02 April 2020 06:41
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Shareena Ilyas has been elected unopposed to the London seat on BDA’s Board, the Principal Executive Committee. This position will run until 31 December 2022. She has worked in various general practice posts across London and south England and as well as being a GDP, is a coach/mentor.
Read more: New Board member elected to BDA’s PEC
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