Groundbreaking agreement expands dental care funding for children, the elderly and the disabled in Iceland
REYKJAVIK, Iceland: A new agreement signed on 13 June between the Icelandic Dental Association and Iceland Health, the country’s provider of publicly funded healthcare, is set to increase government funding for the dental treatment of children, the elderly and disabled people for the next five years. The landmark agreement continues the government’s commitment to pursuing equitable […]
Stop the rot? How the new British government plans to rescue NHS dentistry
LONDON, UK: After its recent landslide victory in the UK general election held on 4 July, the new Labour government has placed dentistry high on its list of priorities. Seeking to redress the national dental care crisis, a dire situation marked by difficulty in obtaining appointments, declining paediatric oral health, reduced public funding and an […]
The 2024 Irish Dentistry Awards shortlist
FMC is thrilled to announce the finalists of this year’s Irish Dentistry Awards – congratulations to all who made it. Now in its 13th year, the Irish Dentistry Awards continue to honour the best in the field, celebrating clinical excellence across Ireland. This year’s ceremony will be taking place on Saturday 7 September at The […]
Single-session endodontic and surgical approach to internal root resorption: A long-term case report
Internal root resorption (IRR) is the loss of dental hard tissue due to odontoclastic activity. In most cases, it is asymptomatic, and the aetiology is unclear. IRR is often an incidental finding on radiographs of adjacent teeth or during regular check-up appointments. A CBCT scan is highly recommended for the diagnosis and treatment planning.
How a dental therapist-led approach benefits all
A practice using a dental therapist-led system shares what this involves, and why it has been invaluable to both patients and the dental team. Jade Campbell, dental therapist In June this year, my principal dentist, Ali Abdelbagi, launched a dental therapist-led practice in Pontarddulais, a small town in South Wales. The practice aims to provide […]
Death by heart disease 66% more likely after tooth loss, study says
People who have lost multiple teeth are two thirds more likely to die from heart disease, according to a new study. Researchers from the Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine found that heart disease risk was significantly higher for people who had lost all of their teeth. Lead researcher Anita Aminoshariae said: ‘The […]
Calls for water fluoridation scheme in Blackpool
Experts are calling for the fluoridation of Blackpool’s drinking water to help combat high levels of child tooth decay in the town. Figures show almost one third of five-year-olds in Blackpool suffer from tooth decay, with less than a third visiting an NHS dentist in 2021. This is compared to more than 40% across England, […]
The SAFE approach: facially generated treatment planning in clear aligner therapy
Facially generated treatment planning (FGTP) is a game-changer when approaching your clear aligner therapy cases – find out why with the Aligner Dental Academy. By integrating this holistic approach, FGTP ensures for personalised treatment plans, improved patient communication and better treatment outcomes. The SAFE approach created by Dr Raman Aulakh embraces FGTP and makes it […]
Fruit leather, chewing gum help reduce errors in panoramic imaging
TABRIZ, Iran: Incorrect tongue placement is the major cause of poor-quality dental radiographs, resulting in radiographic error of 40% to 80%. A recent study found that fruit leather can improve radiographic quality by helping patients hold their tongue in place against the palate. The findings might help reduce common errors in panoramic imaging and minimise […]
HR and employment law – where are we now?
Join Elizabeth Last and Sarah Buxton at 7pm on Wednesday 30 July as they discuss HR and employment law – where are we now? The webinar will discuss in detail the new legislation that has come in as of 6 April 2024, what was on the horizon and what the winning political party has promised […]