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Researchers find that some periodontic residency programmes are reusing healing abutments

CHICAGO, US: Although manufacturers indicate that healing abutments (HAs) are single-use components, HAs are sometimes reused in clinical practice. Academic institutions being at the forefront of evidence-based dentistry, a study has looked into the prevalence of reuse of HAs across American periodontics residency programmes and their decontamination protocols, as concerns have arisen about their reuse […]

How to prepare for a CQC inspection

Lamia Murray shares her experience and insights on how best to prepare for CQC inspections and manage compliance to alleviate stress. Navigating the intricate landscape of dental practice management involves more than just overseeing day-to-day operations. For a practice manager, ensuring that both the staff and patients receive optimal care while maintaining compliance with regulatory… 

Adults wanting to quit smoking offered vaping kit

Adults in Bath and north east Somerset wishing to stop smoking will be offered a free vaping kit in exchange for handing in cigarettes. The vaping kit will provide a month’s worth of e-liquids and a rechargeable vape. This initiative is part of the national Swap to Stop campaign which aims to cut smoking rates… 

Swedish healthcare staff face difficulty in consistently identifying elder abuse

JÖNKÖPING, Sweden: Elder abuse is a significant issue worldwide, and 2017 research reported a global prevalence of 15.7%. Researchers in Sweden recently undertook a study to evaluate how health and social care staff identify and understand elder abuse within the context of dementia care. The research explores the challenges faced by staff in recognising and […]

Osstem Implant appoints new CEO

SEOUL, South Korea: Osstem Implant appointed Hae-Sung Kim as new CEO at its extraordinary general shareholders’ meeting in August. Kim joined the company as a management adviser in 2020. During Osstem’s accelerated growth over the past three years, he has been instrumental in shaping its mid- to long-term goals and strategic direction while acquiring extensive […]