Edentulism remains a significant problem for dental professionals to overcome. This is partly due to the number of edentulous patients. After all, although our collective oral health is arguably getting better and therefore cases of edentulism should be decreasing, we are also faced with an aging population in many countries across the world.[i] As it…
When you look at your shop-bought sandwich, do you ever feel nostalgic for the lunchtime delights served up in your school canteen? School dinners, featuring glorious offerings such as ‘pizza’ (tomato sauce spread on a roll, topped with grated cheese), tepid mash scooped onto trays with an ice-cream scoop and stodgy pudding smothered in custard,…
Ageing is inevitable. It is something that everyone has to come to terms with at some point and we all hope to be happy and healthy in our old age. In recent years, medicine has advanced significantly and people are more knowledgeable about their diet, health and lifestyle. Significant gains in oral health have also…
Many patients now seek dental implants in order to restore the function and appearance of their smile. As patients’ demands and expectations continue to grow, greater consideration towards the various aesthetic elements of implant treatment has become vital to achieving desired results. However, the replacement of missing teeth with dental implants – particularly in the…
In 2011, a young boy died whilst in the care of junior doctor Dr Hadiza Bawa-Garba. In 2015, Dr Bawa-Garba was convicted of manslaughter by gross negligence and in January of this year, she was struck off the General Medical Council’s (GMC) register. This decision was made at the insistence of the GMC itself, which…
At the BDIA Dental Showcase 2018, Co-founder of Dental Elite, Luke Moore, and Director of Recruitment Services, Luke Arnold, presented a lecture titled ‘The great corporate practice grab: Getting the maximum for your practice in a changing landscape.’ If you were unable to make the lecture, here’s what you need to know… Current market In…
Many people enjoy a cool glass of sauvignon in the summer, soothing beer by the pub fire as the leaves turn red, or mulled wine with Granny’s homemade mince pies at Christmas. Alcohol has become such an important part of British culture that the opportunity to consume it is not often shot down – as…
In most dental practices it’s likely that patient lists will feature a diverse array of individuals from all walks of life. Not only will these people all have their own specific beliefs, ideas, personalities and quirks, but they will also have differing means and motivations behind their choices of dental treatment. Offering a wide array…
Initial Medical is pleased to announce that members of the team will be hosting a special session for dental nurses at Leicester University on 7th March 2019 at 6pm. The session for dental nurses will cover the importance of correct waste disposal and segregation, as well as topics such as safe disposal of dental amalgam….
My experience with orthodontics, like so many other practitioners, started with the ClearSmile Inman Aligner. I achieved good results, but as the appliance was only applicable for simple cases I wanted to branch out and take the next step. I moved into exploring fixed orthodontics with another brand, but decided to come back to the…
Mydentalcpd.co.uk is an online training resource for all clinicians to keep up to date with their vCPD. Containing hundreds of high quality clinical articles it contains all you need to keep fully compliant.
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The British Dental Nurses Journal is sent to all members of the BADN who form a crucial part of the clinical team. Containing news, product reviews and practice management tips, the BDNJ is a vital way to ensure your practice is running smoothly.
An easy way to ensure your whole team is up to date with their CPD requirements. Online modules in all areas of required study which can be bought individually or in annual bundles.