Why patient awareness is more important than ever
Amy Mesilio Peralta explores patient misconceptions about dental therapists and hygienists, highlighting the need for greater awareness and education both inside and outside of the profession. Patient awareness in the world of dentistry plays a crucial role in ensuring successful treatment outcomes, patient satisfaction and safety. The way dentistry has evolved means that patient collaboration…
News you’ve missed this week – 5 April 2025
It’s been a busy week in the world of dental news. Missed the headlines? Here’s what’s happened over the past seven days… Gap of 5,500 professionals found in NHS dental workforce Experts warn that the more than 5,500 unfilled NHS vacancies identified by a new report are a ‘serious cause for concern’ for the dental…
Dentistry’s Guide to Dental Practice Membership Plans
Introduction Dental Practice Membership Plans offer numerous benefits for dentists and patients. There are many plan providers able to help dentists put together and manage their scheme, but how do you choose the right one? From administration to marketing, to deciding on what plans to offer and where to set the fees, there are multiple…
From chairside to cyberspace: Understanding and responding to cyber threats in dentistry—Part 2
Dentists dedicate immense effort to building thriving practices, adopting advanced technologies and improving workflows, towards enhancing patient care. Technologies like practice management software, imaging systems and patient communication tools are essential for growth and success, but they can also become targets for cyberattacks. In Part 1, we explored the fundamental reasons why cybersecurity has become […]
Vysinol―new alcohol-free disinfectant for dental practices
BERLIN, Germany: German manufacturer Vysinol has announced the upcoming market launch of an innovative, alcohol-free disinfectant developed specifically to meet the stringent hygiene requirements of dental practices. The product offers an effective yet gentle alternative to conventional alcohol-based disinfectants.
Exploring gum fillers: what dentists need to know
Manrina Rhode shares everything you need to know about gum fillers, from what the treatment involves to how long it lasts for. This is such a talked about topic, and I feel like that’s because it’s a bit of a mystery. There are only a handful of dentists offering this treatment in the UK –…
James Goolnik on becoming chair of the Private Dentistry Awards
James Goolnik, the new chair of the Private Dentistry Awards, discusses his vision for the awards, judging insights and advice for entrants. The Private Dentistry Awards are set for an exciting new chapter as James Goolnik of Optimal Dental Health takes on the role of chair for 2025. In conversation with Leanna Ellis, FMC events…
Face to face with caries management game changers at IDS
Forward thinking sisters who are changing the face of caries management hosted a ‘meet the founders’ session at IDS on 25 March. According to the World Health Organization, tooth decay is one of the most pervasive global diseases. It affects around 2.3 billion people worldwide – around 30% of the population. The condition is non-communicable…
Profisil Fluoride Varnish: a professional solution for effective care
Shaadi Manouchehri discusses the benefits of Profisil Fluoride Varnish for dentinal sensitivity and prevention. Profisil Fluoride Varnish is a cutting-edge, professional-grade dental treatment designed to address critical oral health concerns, including dentinal hypersensitivity and overall preventive care. With its advanced formulation and user-friendly features, Profisil Fluoride Varnish is an excellent choice for dental professionals seeking…
CQC update and avoiding common compliance pitfalls
Join Pat Langley on Thursday 10 April at 7pm as she discusses CQC updates and avoiding common compliance pitfalls. This webinar will provide an update on how the CQC’s single assessment framework is affecting dental practices. Pat will explore what has changed, what has not changed and what was going to change but is now…