Treatment of severe oral pathology in pre-geriatric patients: A proposal for a clinical protocol for same-day dentistry
Modern restorative and prosthetic dentistry have undergone significant advances over the last five years. Innovations in dental materials have truly transformed clinical applications by improving the performance of restorations in the oral cavity. Clinicians can now achieve ultrathin restorations using the current generation of hybrid composites, highly aesthetic zirconia and reinforced glass-ceramics, to name a […]
Coroner calls on GDC to take action to prevent future deaths in dentistry
A coroner has called on the General Dental Council (GDC) to take action to prevent future deaths in the profession following the death of a dentist by suicide. In a report last year, the coroner, Katrina Hepburn, highlighted concern with the way the the GDC publicly displays information before proceedings have concluded. The concerns were […]
The wow effect: elevating the patient experience
Tracie Barnett explains how treatment coordinators (TCOs) can make subtle tweaks to the patient experience to create that wow effect. As a dental practice, creating a welcoming and memorable experience for your patients is paramount, particularly considering the current cost of living crisis and the strain on NHS dental services. In times of financial uncertainty, […]
How can marketing transform your practice?
Neil Hillyard discusses why embracing marketing is essential for practice growth, building your brand and standing out from the crowd. In the increasingly competitive field of dentistry, especially within the specialism of orthodontics, the significance of embracing marketing to foster practice growth cannot be overstated. Marketing, in its essence, serves as a bridge connecting your […]
What does VITA stand for?
We hear how VITA Zahnfabrik has continuously blended craftsmanship and innovative technology to drive progress in dentistry since its foundation in 1924. Through targeted research, pioneering evolutions and the highest quality standards, the company has significantly shaped the dental technology and dentistry sector. Safety in application, quality and customer-oriented products are at the core of […]
CBCT mastery in action
Join Lee Feinberg on Wednesday 27 March at 7pm as he discusses CBCT mastery in action – register now! This webinar sims to provide attendees with a comprehensive understanding of CBCT technology in the context of digital dentistry. Lee Feinberg will emphasise the importance of CBCT by offering insights into its principles and functionality in […]
Quality counts! Choose wisely to reap long-term rewards
Practice Plan regional support manager Emma Flunt discusses the benefits your business can realise by choosing a quality plan provider that does more than just collect your membership fees. Most of us like to bag a bargain. Managing to find a quality product for a good price can feel like a win, especially during tough […]
Flying high at the Practice Plan Workshop Tour
Rowan Thomas reports back from Practice Plan’s annual workshop tour – teaching practices how to upgrade the patient experience from economy to first class. Every year, the Practice Plan Workshop Tour travels the country providing Practice Plan and Medenta members with the knowledge and skills to help their teams thrive. With stops from Manchester to […]
FDI sends unifying video message in celebration of World Oral Health Day
GENEVA, Switzerland: “A happy mouth is a happy body,” FDI World Dental Federation said on World Oral Health Day (WOHD). Celebrated annually on 20 March, WOHD aims to advance oral health globally through the sharing of knowledge as a tool of empowerment. FDI’s message for this year is shared in a video that brings together […]
Supporting dental professionals in offering trauma-informed services
VICTORIA, British Columbia, Canada: Trauma is an emotional response caused by certain past events that have caused great distress in individuals. Since dental professionals may encounter patients who struggle with dental anxiety and trauma, the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC) and the BC Dental Hygienists Association (BCDHA) have recently introduced a comprehensive set of […]