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February 2012
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Guide to incorporation will help dentists22nd Feb 2012NASDAL, the National Association for Specialist Dental Accountants and Lawyers, has issued new guidance to help dentists understand the complexities of incorporation. read more |
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'Illegal dentistry' drive hailed a success22nd Feb 2012The Dental Laboratories Association and the British Association of Clinical Dental Technology launched a campaign in December 2011 to crack down on the growing scourge of illegal dentistry in the UK. read more |
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'New pilot contract a positive step' says dentist22nd Feb 2012The Personal Dental Services Pilots are an example of how a practice can be affected by government schemes. read more |
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Dentist keen to unite retiring clinicians22nd Feb 2012A retired dentist is looking for fellow clinicians to set up a group in the UK. read more |
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Sci-fi fan gets 'Space Odyssey' dental theme22nd Feb 2012Dentist and Stanley Kubrick fans Girk and Kathy Baytug had a dream of developing a modern ‘space age’ dental practice. read more |
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New app tracks down Harley Street dentists22nd Feb 2012It’s not easy selecting the right healthcare provider when you are surrounded by so much choice. read more |
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Passionate about dentistry?22nd Feb 2012Top dentists James Goolnik and Seema Sharma have been added to the fantastic array of speakers at Dentistry LIVE (read more |
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Public unaware dental disease is preventable21st Feb 2012Less than half of all adults have an acceptable oral hygiene routine. read more |
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Dento-legal team strengthened by dentists20th Feb 2012Leading dental negligence law firm, the Dental Law Partnership, (DLP), has strengthened its dento-legal team with the appointment of two new dento-legal advisors. read more |
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Super-mini starter kit20th Feb 2012Swiss Dentacare has introduced a super-mini starter kit for clinicians embarking on IPR treatment. read more |
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Upmarket metal alloy retainer retriever20th Feb 2012The new Hammacher easy-lift aligner retriever is now available from Torque Orthodontics. read more |
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Elegance with ease20th Feb 2012Vincent Albane, a French-based company founded in 1966, specialises in the production and sale of medical, health and beauty uniforms. read more |
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Dentists join No Smoking Day drive20th Feb 2012Dentists are being urged to help patients quit smoking as No Smoking Day approaches. read more |
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Hypnotherapy for the dental team20th Feb 2012The Institute of Hypnotherapy for Medical and Dental Practice (IHMDP) is running courses for dental professionals in dental hypnosis. read more |
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Dental discovery to benefit forensic experts17th Feb 2012Forensic practitioners and anthropologists will be among those to benefit from new University of Kent research on the dental development of humans. read more |
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UK dental rules control 'risks from legionella'17th Feb 2012Thorough guidance on decontamination in primary dental care should control any risks from legionella. read more |
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Elvis Presley's dental model for sale16th Feb 2012A dental model of Elvis Presley's mouth complete with an extra crown is set to fetch £10,000 when it goes to auction this month. read more |
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IFPDC certificate in implant dentistry16th Feb 2012The IFPDC is delighted to offer a first-class course on implantology in dentistry, specifically aimed at the primary care clinician who wants to diversify and increase their skill set. read more |
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Severe dental erosion linked to eating disorders15th Feb 2012Eating disorders can be physically and emotionally destructive, but the results of a new clinical study indicate oral health is also destroyed by the condition. read more |
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Where is the future of your practice?15th Feb 2012In the past few years with the economic downturn, many dental practices have been put at risk and many have found it increasingly difficult to increase cosmetic production. read more |
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Gum disease can break your heart14th Feb 2012Fresh breath is a must on Valentine’s Day and not just for kissing – gum disease and mouth bacteria are increasingly being linked to heart problems, warn oral health experts from Eludril and Elgydium. read more |
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Possible link between gum disease and bowel cancer13th Feb 2012The bacteria associated with the most common cause of tooth loss in adults could be a pre-curser for the development of bowel cancer, according to a team of scientists. read more |
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Biodenta at Dentistry LIVE – new speakers!13th Feb 2012Independent Seminars is thrilled to announce that two new speakers will be joining the fantastic line-up of world renowned names at Dentistry LIVE. read more |
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Dental legend Ellis Paul talks perfect posture10th Feb 2012Legendary dentist, Ellis Paul, and his wife Jennifer will be talking Perfect posture and team dentistry at a series of one-day courses through the UK. read more |
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Plastic surgeons' legal position 'unfavourable'10th Feb 2012NHS guidelines concerning the removal and replacement of substandard PIP breast implants will place private physicians in ‘an unfavorable legal and ethical position’. read more |
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Dental schools' top talent celebrated10th Feb 2012Featuring some of the leading talent from dental schools across the UK, the BDA/DENTSPLY Student Clinician Awards 2012 was a great success, and thoroughly enjoyed by all who attended the event held at the Royal Horseguards Hotel London. read more |
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Community award for dental students10th Feb 2012An award created by a professor at the Peninsula Dental School in memory of her mother was recently awarded to second-year dental students for contributions to the community. read more |
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High street guide for new wave of dentists10th Feb 2012A new event which will guide young dentists through the minefield of high street dentistry takes place in April. read more |
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Barring bacteria may halt gum disease9th Feb 2012Stripping some mouth bacteria of their access key to other pathogenic oral bacteria could help prevent gum disease and tooth loss. read more |
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Hands-on in advanced augmentation techniques8th Feb 2012Dentists can gain valuable hands-on experience in implantology augmentation techniques on courses in Jersey this year. read more |
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Smokers less likely to go to the dentist8th Feb 2012Smokers not only have more problems with their teeth than non-smokers, they also go to the dentist less often. read more |
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Dental patients rewarded for 'green' smiles7th Feb 2012A new scheme in the States is rewarding dental patients for making eco-friendly choices in their oral health care. read more |
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GDC appoints dentist as council member7th Feb 2012Teesside dentist, Paul Averley, has been appointed as a member of the General Dental Council (GDC) with effect from 1 February 2012. read more |
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University celebrates first graduate dental nurse7th Feb 2012A University of Hull student is the first in the Yorkshire region to graduate with a new foundation degree for qualified dental nurses. read more |
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Dental payment plan company solves mystery7th Feb 2012Denplan Launches ‘Mind the Gap’ App Many practices have reported reduced profitability as a result of the recession and an increase in missed appointments. read more |
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Carestream Dental wins Olympic contract6th Feb 2012Carestream Dental has been selected to supply its sophisticated R4 Practice Management Software and digital imaging technology for the 2012 London Olympics. read more |
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Don't let bad breath be the kiss of death6th Feb 2012Before seeking out your Valentine this year, make sure your oral health is up to a loveable standard. read more |
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The next level of implant treatment6th Feb 2012Experienced dental implant practitioners can move on to the next level with live surgical training from Dr Andrew Moore. read more |
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Jump start your smile for 20126th Feb 2012It’s a new year, and with it comes the promise of new adventures, new challenges, and new opportunities. read more |
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Brace-friendly recipe book6th Feb 2012One of the activities of the 2011 National Orthodontic Week campaign was a recipe competition which encouraged people to submit their favourite brace friendly recipes. read more |
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Online poll seeks dentists' view on economy3rd Feb 2012A new survey is asking the future plans of dentists and what they view are their barriers to practice growth. read more |
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Rethink retirement age, say dentists3rd Feb 2012The British Dental Association (BDA) is calling for a proposal to extend dentists’ working lives to the age of 68 to be abandoned by government. read more |
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Five-star rating2nd Feb 2012Reality has awarded its five-star rating to Luxatemp Star, DMG’s new version of its Luxatemp bisacryl composite range for temporary crowns and bridges. read more |
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You can't touch this!2nd Feb 2012The new Saraya UD9000 compact wall mountable touch-less infrared dispenser accurately dispenses Alsoft-E clinical/surgical hand disinfectant or hand soap. read more |
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Leading dentist to present webinar2nd Feb 2012James Goolnik – dentist, author and leading spokesperson for Heart Your Smile – will broadcast a live webinar on 23 February at 7. read more |
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Smile makeover winner's prize underway2nd Feb 2012A mum-of-four who twice fought cancer and was left scarred from the experience scooped a prize of a life-changing makeover last year. read more |
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Dentistry finance: Some good news?2nd Feb 2012In all the financial gloom and doom it is nice to hear that there can be good news in the world of banking and finance! read more |
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Stress in dentistry – a study2nd Feb 2012It is well known that dentistry is a stressful profession, but just what causes the stress, and to what extent does it affect the rest of the team? read more |
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The nuts and bolts of ADAM2nd Feb 2012The ADAM Conference, in partnership with MDDUS, is called ‘The nuts and bolts of practice management’ and will take place at the Majestic Hotel, Harrogate on May 18 and 19. read more |
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Durable chairside all-ceramic restorations2nd Feb 2012Grandio Core Dual Cure is a flowable dual-curing composite, especially designed for core build-ups and the luting of root posts. read more |
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Training in implantology2nd Feb 2012The Implantology Year Course with Dr David Guy, in association with Biohorizons, comprises 10 lectures over 12 months, as well as practical sessions, and will commence in March 2012. read more |
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Actress smashes two front teeth2nd Feb 2012Actress Alex Kingston smashed her two front teeth when she collapsed following a head injury. read more |
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NHS to get £28m to improve dental access1st Feb 2012Andrew Lansley has announced extra cash for dentistry in a major government drive to increase the number of people able to access an NHS dentist. read more |
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Amalgam ban "not feasible' in short term1st Feb 2012International professors and the chief dental officer have agreed it would not be feasible for the use of dental amalgam to be banned in the short term but phasing down was the right approach. read more |
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Cocktail of fear may deter dental study1st Feb 2012A cocktail of spiralling levels of debt for dental students, uncertainty about financial support, and concerns about changing career pathways, may dissuade young candidates from a career in dentistry. read more |
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Core CPD the easy way in Leeds!1st Feb 2012The hugely popular CPD Essentials seminar returns in 2012, once again covering all 5 core subjects in a single day. read more |
January 2012
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TV sitcom's dental surgery in charity appeal31st Jan 2012The hit BBC sitcom, My Family, has been the unexpected source of a dental surgery for the Aloshikha Centre in Bangladesh. read more |
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Implantology course aims to inspire31st Jan 2012Practitioners who aspire to treat more challenging dental implant cases can further develop their skills on a series of courses this year. read more |
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Oral health study day announced31st Jan 2012The National Oral Health Promotion Group (NOHPG) is staging a study day in June. read more |
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Top dentist offers investment opportunity30th Jan 2012An award-winning dentist plans to expand his network of practices through crowdfunding – a first for UK dentistry. read more |
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Cancer survivors face poor quality of life30th Jan 2012Up to half of all head and neck cancer survivors face a diminished quality of life, even after five years of survival. read more |
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Dental web pioneers expand online business30th Jan 2012Two dental care professionals who run online CPD for nurses are expanding their business. read more |
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Talking aesthetics at Dentistry Live30th Jan 2012Top cosmetic dentist Dr Gertrude Huss will be one of the many high quality speakers at Dentistry Live. read more |
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Dentists warned not to mislead public27th Jan 2012New guidance aimed at ensuring that advertising by dental professionals is clear and never misleads the public, has been issued by the General Dental Council (GDC) today. read more |
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Dentistry focus: Dental training programmes27th Jan 2012There was an alarming development in mid-January when students who were currently studying for 4-year (graduate entry) and 3 year (medical graduate entry) courses leading to a BDS degree or equivalent. read more |
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BDA's John Milne re-elected by dentists27th Jan 2012John Milne re-elected as Chair of General Dental Practice Committee Dr John Milne has been re-elected as Chair of the British Dental Association (BDA) General Dental Practice Committee (GDPC). read more |
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Gift voucher offer with dental journal subscription26th Jan 2012Private Dentistry offers superior business and clinical articles written by some of the world’s leading dental experts as well as a behind the scenes look at life in private practice. read more |
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Halitosis – the elephant in the room26th Jan 2012January's issue of Dental Hygiene & Therapy, is focusing on halitosis in The Big Issue section with four very different approaches to this most sensitive of dental conditions. read more |
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Dig deep for dental photos, dentists asked26th Jan 2012Dentists are being asked to dig into their archives for clinical photos. read more |
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New dental education centre opens26th Jan 2012Queensway Dental Clinic in Billingham has officially opened its new Education Centre after substantial investment and growth from the company throughout 2011. read more |
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Dental company supports charity students25th Jan 2012The relationship between Henry Schein Minerva and dental charity Bridge2Aid continues to flourish as their desire to create the ultimate student elective programme got off to a fantastic start at the end of 2011. read more |
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Dental technician on African lab mission25th Jan 2012A clinical dental technician is off to Africa on a mission to set up a dental lab. read more |
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New dental corporate will break the mould25th Jan 2012Dental business guru, Chris Barrow, and corporate owner, Dr Al Kwong Hing, are launching a new dental business corporate in March. read more |
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Pain-free dental tool step nearer to market24th Jan 2012A pain-free alternative to dental fillings is being tested on human patients – and its creators reckon it could be sold on the dental market soon. read more |
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Excitement builds for Dentistry Live24th Jan 2012This May, the World Aesthetic Congress is expanding to offer a world-class dental symposium that’s bigger and better than any dental event seen before in the UK. read more |
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New drive to stamp out illegal dentistry24th Jan 2012A campaign has been launched to crack down on the growing scourge of illegal dentistry across the UK. read more |
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Stephen Fry falls asleep at dentist23rd Jan 2012Comedian and actor Stephen Fry underwent dental surgery last Friday. read more |
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Cash incentive for tooth decay crackdown23rd Jan 2012Preventing cancer, cutting tooth decay in children and the population weighing less, are some of the challenges local councils will be able to track when they take over looking after the health and wellbeing of their residents. read more |
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Anonymous website posts upset dentists23rd Jan 2012The British Dental Association (BDA) has appealed to NHS Choices to consider the way that comments about dental practices posted on its site are moderated. read more |
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Dentistry focus: In the running23rd Jan 2012Enhance Dental Spa is a private practice based in Ely, Cambridgeshire, and offers general and family dentistry, all cosmetic dentistry, facial rejuvenation, adult orthodontics and implants. read more |
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New event targets young dentists23rd Jan 2012Independent Seminars, in association with The Young Dentist Foundation, introduces How to succeed in high street dentistry. read more |
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