Orthopaedic treatment in Class II cases—clinical considerations
Over the past two decades, several studies have demonstrated that mandibular retrusion is a common skeletal feature in patients with Class II malocclusion.1, 2 Therefore, a common treatment strategy involves repositioning the mandible in a mesial direction to correct the Class II relationship. It has been suggested that forward repositioning of the mandible in patients with a Class II […]
First-ever study to examine use of anti-ageing drug in periodontal disease
SEATTLE, US: Ageing greatly affects overall health and is the greatest risk factor for cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer’s disease and periodontal disease. However, these conditions are often treated on a case-by-case basis rather than targeting the underpinning process of ageing. Now, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a first-of-its-kind study that will evaluate […]
Profession warns Welsh government over ‘unprecedented’ increase in NHS charges
The profession is calling for new funds for NHS dentistry in light of the recent increase in patient charges. The British Dental Association Wales has said the Welsh government’s ‘unprecedented’ increase in charges for NHS dentistry must protect vulnerable patients and calls for new funds to secure a more sustainable service. From 1 April 2024 […]
Creative solutions for dental fear in children
Woo-Young Yoon explains how thinking out of the box can help to combat dental fear and anxiety in paediatric patients. Many children struggle with dental fear and anxiety (DFA) related to a trip to the dentist. This calls for some creative solutions. The reasons for these feelings are varied, but addressing them is essential – […]
Moving from Ukraine to the UK as a paediatric dentist
Mariya Dolhova shares her journey from paediatric dentistry in Ukraine to impacting dental health in the UK. Ukrainian paediatric dentist Mariya Dolhva is remarkably positive for someone whose life has been severely disrupted by the complexities of war. When Russia invaded, she fled her home in Lviv for a new life in the UK, taking […]
Celebrating National False Teeth Day
To celebrate National False Teeth Day, we hear from dental technicians, clinical dental technicians and lab owners from around the UK about why they love doing what they do. Ashley Byrne – Associate director, Byrnes Dental Laboratory Happy National False Tooth Day! Let me tell you a little story of the incredible world of a […]
Catch up with this week’s dental news – 9 March 2024
It’s been a busy week for dental news. Missed it? Here’s what’s happened over the past seven days… Almost one in five dental or medical staff experience unwanted sexual behaviour Frontline NHS staff, including dentists, are facing record levels of discrimination and unwanted sexual behaviour from the public, according to a new survey. For the […]
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