Study investigates silent stress among adolescents in the dental setting
GOTHENBURG, Sweden: Pain or fear of pain during dental treatment, whether it be from anaesthetic injections, tooth extraction or orthodontic treatment, is stressful for many patients. In a pilot study, researchers from the University of Gothenburg investigated a patient group that might not yet be able or confident enough to express this stress—adolescents. Therefore, they […]
New toolkit helps dental professionals guide patients through pregnancy
Philips introduces its new Maternal Health Toolkit, designed to help dental professionals support patients during pregnancy. Philips has created a Maternal Health Toolkit to help support dental professionals to guide patients through pregnancy. The resources can be found on a maternal health landing page on the Philips website. Via materials designed for dental practices, they…
The 2024 Dentistry Awards finalists
FMC is delighted to announce the finalists for the 2024 Dentistry Awards – find out if you made it here! The Dentistry Awards 2024 celebrate excellence in dental practice, recognising dental professionals for their achievements and advancements. This prestigious event highlights talent, innovation and dedication in dentistry. Nominees are chosen for their exceptional skills, patient…
Dental group to take on 12,000 Scottish NHS patients
GLASGOW, Scotland: As announced in the June issue of BDJ Team, Scottish dental group Clyde Munro will be taking on new National Health Service (NHS) patients registered to five health boards: Greater Glasgow and Clyde, Ayrshire and Arran, Lanarkshire, Highland and Lothian. This announcement comes on the heels of British Dental Association (BDA) findings that […]
Is there mental health stigma in dentistry?
We asked the profession if mental health stigma still exists in dentistry – find out what people said here. Dentistry’s Big Questions explores the hottest topics of the profession. We wanted to find out whether there is mental health stigma in dentistry still face barriers in dentistry. Of those who responded to our poll, 100%…
It’s CPD deadline day for DCPs – catch up now!
Dental care professionals! With less than 24 hours to go until the CPD deadline passes, do not forget to complete your required hours. In June, the General Dental Council (GDC) opened the annual renewal period for dental care professionals (DCPs). This process ensures that DCPs remain on the UK register and can continue to provide dental…
Practice Plan expands its dental groups support team
Practice Plan is bolstering the support it offers to dental groups with the recruitment of a new member of the support team. Having been the lead contact for groups of practices for nearly 15 years, Practice Plan business development manager Lynne Womersley has welcomed a new field-based colleague. Former employee of Practice Plan Group patient…
Solventum launches 3M Clarity aligners to UK dentists
Solventum, the company formerly known as 3M Health Care, has launched its new 3M Clarity aligners to the dental professional market. The new aligners were unveiled at an immersive event held at London gallery and immersive art experience Frameless. Guests were treated to a full overview of the new system as well as sessions on…
A-dec announces new partnership in Cyprus
NICOSIA, Cyprus: Supporting its continued growth in international markets, American based company A-dec is pleased to announce Apostolos Ioannou Medical Supplies (AIMS) as its newest dealer partner in Cyprus.
The challenge of driving change in the dental lab
Ashley Byrne shares why change in the dental lab is both essential and uncomfortable, and his tips for making the process as smooth as possible. Change is essential. I firmly believe that if your company isn’t changing and evolving, it’s effectively stagnating and ultimately dying. Companies that remain dynamic and continuously evolve are often the…