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Published: Monday, 19 August 2013 08:02
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The Department of Health has issued an online publication which aims to update readers on the progress in developing a new NHS dental contract. On each page there is an opportunity to give feedback. Use this link to access it: http://tinyurl.com/ms6tkeh
Read more: Feedback on new contract pilots sought
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Published: Monday, 19 August 2013 08:01
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The study shows that for single-tooth replacement, dental implants were generally either cost saving or cost-effective in comparison with traditional fixed dental prostheses. For patients with mandibular edentulism, dental implants were associated with higher initial costs. However, the consensus among most studies was that, over the long term, dental implants represent a cost-effective treatment option.
Read more: Dental implants cost effective say researchers
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Published: Friday, 16 August 2013 11:31
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The Care Quality Commission (CQC) must properly understand the reality of primary care dentistry if it is to make a fresh start in regulating the sector, the British Dental Association (BDA) has warned. Martin Fallowfield, the BDA PEC Chair, said: “We are pleased to see the CQC articulating its intention to make a new start. Dental practices have, thus far, endured a mixed experience of the organisation.
Read more: Dental expertise key to new start for CQC
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Published: Friday, 16 August 2013 11:21
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Wesleyan Assurance Society has announced the acquisition of the Practice Plan Group, comprising Practice Plan, provider of practice-branded dental membership plans, and Medenta, provider of patient finance to UK dental practices. Nick Dilworth, MD of Practice Plan, said: “Practice Plan is pleased to become part of one of the UK’s financially strongest mutuals with a great heritage and a reputation for customer service and product performance.”
Read more: Wesleyan acquires Practice Plan and Medenta
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Published: Friday, 16 August 2013 10:14
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A consultation on migrant access and their financial contribution to NHS provision in England has been launched by the Department of Health. No decisions have been made and they are seeking views as to whether new migrant charges for dental services is something that ‘should, and could practically be pursued’, or any alternative proposals.
Read more: Department asks whether migrants should pay for dentistry
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Published: Thursday, 15 August 2013 11:27
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The Government has published its response to a consultation on the management of HIV-infected healthcare workers. It has concluded that healthcare workers with HIV will carry out certain surgical and dental procedures if they are on effective treatment, have very low or undetectable levels of HIV in the blood, and are regularly monitored by both their treating and occupational health physicians. The new arrangements are expected to come into effect in 2014.
Read more: Government gives green light to HIV infected healthcare workers
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Published: Tuesday, 13 August 2013 09:18
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After last year’s success the mini lecture programme returns for another year. 2013’s programme includes a whole host of new and informative lectures, free for every member of the dental team. The lectures will be sponsored by exhibitors, with expert speakers presenting on their specialist areas. This year’s exhibition will be held from 17-19th October at Birmingham’s NEC.
Read more: BDTA Showcase announces this year’s mini lecture programme
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Published: Tuesday, 13 August 2013 09:17
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Linda Alyson Fernandes was convicted of six counts of fraud by false representation. Between January and May 2012, she used a spare set of keys for the ‘Aqua Dental Spa’ in Manchester Square in London to enter the premises without authorisation in order to use a credit card machine to transfer money from the Practice’s account to her own personal account. Through this and other methods she fraudulently obtained money from the Practice totalling a sum of at least £3,382.00.
Read more: London-based dental nurse struck off for fraud
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Published: Thursday, 08 August 2013 08:10
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When the first five year cycle of continuing professional development (CPD) ended last month for dental care professionals (DCPs), of the 39,336 DCPs in the cycle, 29,416 have completed all their hours and 2,303 have yet to declare any. Failure to complete the necessary hours can lead to removal from the Register.
Read more: DCPs fail to register their CPD
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