Great barrier relief – no need for self-doubt
Practice Plan shares Anju Jairath’s story – one of Anju’s biggest barriers to converting from NHS to private dentistry was self-doubt. Deciding whether to leave the NHS for private dentistry is possibly one of the biggest business decisions a practice owner will make in their career. So, it’s understandable that the prospect of such a […]
Over one third of dental helpline callers are newly qualified dentists looking to leave
Over a third of calls to the Confidental helpline service come from dentists who have qualified in the last five years and are thinking about leaving dentistry, the charity has said. This is according to one of the Confidental trustees, John Lewis, who believes that COVID-19 may be a factor behind it. In DDU Journal, […]
Thoughtful patient selection for cosmetic dentistry
With cosmetic dentistry steadily gaining popularity, Nick Jahany stresses the importance of patient selection and how to communicate the lifelong commitment of cosmetic treatments. In the realm of cosmetic dentistry, where the pursuit of a perfect smile often meets the desire for self-improvement, ethical considerations play a pivotal role. As cosmetic treatments become increasingly accessible, […]
Water fluoridation – consultation launched on expansion in north east
The government has today launched a consultation expanding community water fluoridation schemes in the north east of England. This comes as part of the NHS dental recovery plan that was launched last month in a bid to address the current access crisis. The plan sets out a focus on prevention, which includes a long-term plan […]
What do dental therapists want?
Cat Edney speaks to three dental therapists at different stages of their career to find out what they look for when searching for a new role and what would put them off applying. The dental landscape has been shifting for some time – where it was once nearly unheard of to utilise the skills of […]
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Replacing sugar with sweeteners can improve weight loss in adults
New research suggests that replacing sugar-sweetened food and drinks with low or no energy sweetened products can help weight control after rapid weight loss in adults. Set to be presented at this year’s European Congress on Obesity (ECO), the study shows that sweeteners and sweetness enhancers are linked to greater diet satisfaction, more positive mood, fewer […]
It’s not just about teeth: oral cancer screening for dental professionals
Dental therapist Ellena Jackson offers advice on how dental professionals begin performing oral cancer screening, and how to discuss and refer suspicious cases. ‘Nobody’s ever done that before’ – I hear this phrase practically daily from patients after I palpate their lymph nodes. Since qualifying as a dental therapist a little over six months ago, […]
“Digital dentistry represents the present and future of our practice”
The DDS.Berlin platform and the Digital Dentistry Society have collaborated to stage an unparalleled experience in digital dentistry: the Digital Dentistry Show—taking place in June. To gain some insights, Dental Tribune International spoke with past President of the Digital Dentistry Society Dr Henriette Lerner, who is a prominent implant dentist and the owner of HL […]
Formnext 2024: Shaping the future of additive manufacturing
FRANKFURT, Germany: Formnext, a premier global showcase for additive manufacturing and industrial 3D printing, is gearing up for its tenth anniversary celebration, which is scheduled to take place from 19 to 22 November at Messe Frankfurt. The organisers expect to host over 850 exhibitors and to attract more than 32,000 visitors.