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4,006 Days Longer….

18/06/2013 11:22:12

Mr Guyver has written a book entitled “Live Another 4,006 Days and Improve Your Health With Dental Medicine”, in which he describes how cleaning your teeth can help to prolong your life.

The book is aimed at the public, rather than dentists, although many dentists will find the book very interesting reading.

Mr Guyver said that there is a huge amount of information and evidence to support the importance of good oral health, but most of it is not available to the general public and for this reason, awareness of the link between oral health and general health conditions is relatively poor.

The book has been made to be an enjoyable, interesting and relatively straight-forward read by removing a lot of the medical and dental jargon and setting out the facts. Conclusions are made within the book, which states that good oral hygiene can help to increase your life expectancy by 4,006 days. The author used a table, which contains data about the average loss of time, in terms of life span, for different health conditions, including high blood pressure, diabetes and cancer and the average was 4,006. The book also explains how healthy lifestyle choices affect the mouth.

World Leader In Technology….

13/06/2013 10:32:05

The transformation will be seen as surgeries test out the proposed new contract that the Department of Health has pledged to introduce. Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt has revealed how he is looking to Silicon Valley to help him overhaul IT in the health service, after recent setbacks.

Now his officials have set out the planned upgrades in dentistry that will see:

An increased use of IT in dental practices, to safely store patient data and assist with treatment planning, new technology at NHS England, the commissioning body, to ensure dentists are paid correctly and efficiently, new IT systems introduced as part of the move to a new dental contract, after the second wave of pilot schemes began in April. All those trials using new chairside IT systems, advanced software to support dentists as they enter clinical data directly on the practice system.

By 2015, every patient will have online access to medical records held by their GP. By 2018, digital records will cover both health and social care services.

Just Be Honest....

11/06/2013 15:55:59

A child-led study by a University of London has challenged the common perception that children fear a trip to the dentist. The research shows that even the most anxious child can cope well with their feelings if they are treated with honesty.

Following the research project, a drama group and the Institute of Dentistry are now encouraging parents and dentists to be honest with children about what their time in the dental chair will involve. The researchers engaged with pupils aged nine and 10 years-old from an east London primary school in the ‘Do I have to go Project’ using innovative drama techniques developed by the senior drama lecturer.

As part of the project, the schoolchildren redesigned a universal medical questionnaire for anxiety, reducing the standard eight questions down to five adding in a section to draw pictures. They then used this new questionnaire to survey 100 of their fellow classmates to find out about their own personal experiences of going to the dentist.

But far from fearing going to the dentist as many would expect, the majority of the youngsters expressed the fact that they didn’t mind going for check-ups and they understood the reasons why they should go.

The drama lecturer said: 'We wanted to find out why some children don’t go to the dentist. What surprised us was how the children we worked with emphasised that they were not ‘stupid’ and they knew they had to go to the dentist, but they didn’t want their parents to pretend to them that it wouldn’t hurt or that the mouthwash tastes nice just because it is coloured pink. They just wanted them to be honest. In fact during the drama role play we discovered that it was often the adult/parent that transferred their anxiety of going to the dentist onto their child.'

Less Fillings, More Cheese….

06/06/2013 12:34:18

The study sampled 68 subjects ranging in age from 12 to 15, and the authors looked at the dental plaque pH in the subjects' mouths before and after they consumed cheese, milk, or sugar-free yogurt.

A pH level lower than 5.5 puts a person at risk for tooth erosion which is a process that wears away the enamel of teeth.

The subjects were assigned into groups randomly. Researchers instructed the first group to eat cheddar cheese, the second group to drink milk, and the third group to eat sugar-free yogurt. Each group then consumed their product for three minutes and then swished with water. The researchers measured the pH level of each subject's mouth at 10, 20, and 30 minutes after consumption.

The groups who consumed milk and sugar-free yogurt experienced no changes in the pH levels in their mouths. Subjects who ate cheese, however, showed a rapid increase in pH levels at each time interval, suggesting that cheese has anti-cavity properties.

The study indicated that the rising pH levels from eating cheese may have occurred due to increased salivaproduction which could be caused by the action of chewing. Additionally, various compounds found in cheese may adhere to tooth enameland help further protect teeth from acid.

Bad British Dental Habits....

04/06/2013 12:33:20

The survey, which was carried out by the British Dental Health Foundation, revealed that seven millions British people do not brush their teeth twice a day, with 1 in 7 people admitting that they leave it 2 days to clean their teeth. One in five people also admitted that they do not floss on a regular basis.

Showing on this most recent survey, there has been little improvement in standards of oral hygiene since the last one, which was carried out in 2011. 28% of people said that they did not brush their teeth at least once a day in the survey from two years ago and 1 in 7 admitted that they sometimes wait 2 days to brush their teeth.

The survey also revealed that other hygiene habits are slipping; in this year’s survey, more than 7 and a half million people admitted that they do not shower every day and 25 per cent of participants said that they do not always wash their hands after going to the toilet.

A chief executive of the British Dental Health Foundation, said that the most surprising thing about the results is that people are not carrying out the most basic hygiene tasks; he also added that it was alarming that attitudes to oral health are still poor in many cases and a large number of people are neglecting oral hygiene, which increases the risk of oral illnesses, as well as general health problems.

Gum Cells Growing Teeth....

30/05/2013 11:02:37

Dentists may one day be able to replace missing teeth with ones newly grown from gum cells, say UK researchers. The team from King's College London took cells from adult human gum tissue and combined them with another type of cell from mice to grow a tooth.

It has already been shown that small pellets of the right type of cells transplanted into the jaw can develop into functional teeth. The next step will be to get an easily accessible source of human mesenchyme cells and grow enough of them for it to be a useful technique in the clinic.

The study leader said mesenchyme cells could be found in the pulp of wisdom teeth, among other sources, but the difficulty had been in getting hold of enough of them. "This advance here is we have identified a cell population you could envisage using in the clinic. We are now working to try and identify a simple way of getting mesenchyme." He added: "The next major challenge is to identify a way to culture adult human mesenchymal cells to be tooth-inducing, as at the moment we can only make embryonic mesenchymal cells do this."

He said the hope was that one day the technology could replace current dental implants, which cannot reproduce a natural root structure. Also friction from eating and other jaw movement can cause the bone around the implant to wear away. "But if it's going to work it has to be about the same price as a dental implant so we have to find a way to do it that is easy and cheap."

An expert in bone biology and tissue engineering at Cardiff University said the work was significant but there remained many hurdles before it would be available to patients. "They have used cells from the gum and the fact that it is developing a root is an exciting step forward. We are still some way from engineering a whole organ like a tooth but the knock-on effect of research like this is developing bio-fillings, so some aspects of the technology are feasible within the next 10 to 15 years."

Dogs In Need Of Dentist…..

28/05/2013 09:34:05

The common misconception that dogs teeth will ‘look after themselves’ is leading to this statistic rising, when in reality there are simple measures that can be taken to prevent this problem. Dogs will benefit from regular teeth brushing, so it might shock you that in a recent survey conducted by a super-premium pet brand, a staggering 43% of pet owners never brush their dog’s teeth.

Add this to the fact that a majority of pet insurance plans don’t cover the cost of dental care in the standard package, despite survey results showing that 86% of people think it should be. Of those questioned is also emerged that 30% of people have forked out more money on their pets teeth than their own.

The research by the pet brand, quizzed 800 people from across the UK, and was conducted to support the British Dental Health Foundation's National Smile Month.

As well as regular brushing, a balanced diet will help to keep dogs teeth healthy.

Dogs’ diets can vary greatly dependent on breed, owner and personal taste – but to help keep those pearly whites in check it is also recommended to include a dry food in your dog’s day – be it in treat form or kibble in their dinner the rough texture will help to remove tartar from the teeth.

DIY Dentistry….

23/05/2013 12:58:14

According to recent figures, there has been a significant increase in sales of DIY dentistry kits, including home whitening treatments, and the number of patients missing out on routine dental check-ups has also increased. It is estimated that around 200,000 people are trying to fix their own dental problems every year in the UK. Figures also suggest that up to a third of UK adults don’t have an NHS dentist.

A 43 year old Gulf War veteran from East Yorkshire, extracted 13 of his own teeth using a pair of pliers after he was unable to find an NHS dentist, while a 46 year old man from Wandsworth needed major surgery after he tried to cure dental pain by using superglue to stick a crown, which resulted in rotten bone underneath the gums. Other examples of DIY dentistry include using bleach to whiten the teeth and bursting mouth ulcers with pins.

A dental surgeon said that DIY dentistry is very dangerous and added that DIY treatment is likely to increase dental costs in the future. He also advised dental patients to visit their dentist every 6 months for a check-up so that any problems can be addressed as early as possible; check-ups are also important because they allow dentists to spot warning signs for potentially life-threatening diseases, such as oral cancer and heart disease.

And The Winner Is....

21/05/2013 09:29:18

We are pleased to announce that or 'refer a friend' competition winner is network member DN1671.

To be in with a chance of winning the next competiton simply refer our network to dental friends from "referals" in your back office profile.

The member with the highest number of referrals at 5pm on 30th October 2013 will be receiving an iPad3 courtesy of the Dental Talent Tree.

Alligators To Solve Human Dental Problems….?!

16/05/2013 10:33:56

Alligators can produce around 50 sets of replacement teeth and have around 80 teeth in their mouth at any given time, meaning that in their life span, they can go through more than 2,000 teeth. The ability to re-grow the giant teeth has lead scientists to research the process in a bid to replicate it in humans to help those who suffer from persistent dental problems.

Professor Cheng-Ming Chuong and his colleagues from Southern California University have been studying American alligators using molecular analysis and modern scanning techniques; through their research they have discovered that the alligator tooth is made up of three parts in different stages of development. The teeth are geared up for replacement as soon as the old tooth falls out.

Most vertebrates are able to replace old teeth again and again, but humans only have one replacement set. Researchers are hoping to study the replication process in alligators, which have many dental similarities to humans, to try and produce a method of re-growing human teeth. Like most mammals, alligators have teeth that are implanted in sockets in the jaw bone and secondary palates.

The findings of the study have been published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.

Dental Surgery To Open In Superstore….

14/05/2013 10:22:33

The new surgery, which will provide NHS and private dental treatment, will open in July and opening hours will be extended to fit in with the 24 hour store, providing evening and weekend appointments.

The surgery will open next to the pharmacy and it will be managed by Integrated Dental Holdings. The surgery will be the first NHS practice to operate in a Tesco store in England; although there is a private surgery in the Slough store.

A spokeswoman for Tesco said that the new surgery will offer patients greater flexibility, especially as the practice will be open during the weekends and evenings.

Services available at the practice will include fillings and crowns, emergency dentistry, routine check-ups, dentures and private treatments.

Go Compare....

10/05/2013 15:03:00

The NHS Choices website lists details of three-quarters of GP surgeries, the full services provided and comments describing the experiences of patients. The government now urges all dentists to join a comparison website amid concerns they are falling behind doctors in the drive to increase public scrutiny.

The initiative is an example of the government’s conviction that greater transparency – and involving the public – is the key to raising standards and value-for money in public services, but only 47% of dentists currently provide information about their practices and services on the website.

Now officials are working with the British Dental Association (BDA), to persuade more dentists to acknowledge the advantages of the scheme.

The dentists that are listed provide information about whether they treat charge-exempt adults and children, as well as fee-paying adults. However, many have not been given a score on the five-star rating provided – despite visitors to the website being encouraged to ‘rate it yourself’.

A Change For Foundation Dentists.....

09/05/2013 16:52:44

The start date for Dental Foundation and Dental Core Training will be moving to early September to improve supervision of dental trainees and promote better patient care. This change will be introduced from September 2014 for Dental Foundation.

In the past, most dental training posts have started during August, when many trainers, educational and clinical supervisors and experienced nursing and support staff are on holiday. There have been reports of a general increased level of untoward incidents in hospitals during August and consequent impact on patients.

In 2012, London Deanery took the first step to move the start date of dental foundation training to September. COPDEND carried out a wide consultation to find out what the profession thought about adopting this more widely and the majority view was that they too wanted to avoid the peak holiday season for changeover of staff.

These are the proposed recommendations that have been endorsed by COPDEND:

By 2014 all Dental Foundation Training (DFT) posts will commence on a fixed date at the beginning of September. This will be the same date for all trainees in England.

By 2015 Dental Core Training posts (formerly known as DF2, Career Development and Dental SHO posts) will commence on an agreed fixed date in September.

Dental Core Trainees starting in August 2014 should be given a 13-month contract by the employer organisation to ensure service continuity in August 2015

By September 2015 and every September thereafter, all dental foundation and core training posts will revert to a standard 12 month contract.

On line educational packages should be developed to support dental trainees working in hospitals for the first time.

Heart Your Smile....

02/05/2013 14:28:49

The dental charity, aimed at promoting positivity within the profession as well as to the public, is looking for ways to turn oral heath around for patients. It is offering support in the form of grants, mentorship and products to help dental teams get innovative oral health initiatives out into the community.

Based on these pilot schemes, the team will share the best ideas with the rest of the profession to support them to commence in the arena of improving oral health and uptake of dental services. Heart Your Smile is offering multiple grants of £360 to support dental teams to establish in the area of oral health promotion, with 50% provided as funds to help with logistical expenses and 50% provided in the form of a Heart your Smile Oral Health Kit.

A selection committee will choose the most innovative projects to support. Successful projects will be assigned a Heart Your Smile mentor for the duration if the project and these pilot projects will form the basis of case reports on which others may model their oral health programmes.

For more information visit: http://www.heartyoursmile.co.uk./

Dentist Issue Warning About Sugary Drinks….

30/04/2013 10:17:33

Researchers found that a coffee from Starbucks contained as much sugar as ten bowls of Golden Grahams cereal, while a fruit smoothie had the same sugar content as three and a half Krispy Kreme doughnuts. White grape juice was found to contain more sugar than 4 glazed Krispy Kreme doughnuts and a bottle of freshly squeezed orange juice from Pret a Manger contained the same amount of sugar as 13 McVitie’s Hobnob biscuits.

Ribena is one of the most popular cordial drinks in the UK, but you may change your mind when you hear that a 500ml bottle contains more sugar than a can of coke and 13 Oreo cookies. Flavoured water, often considered a healthy choice, can also be misleading; one bottle of This Water lemon and lime water contains the same amount of sugar as two Rice Krispie Squares.

When you eat or drink sugary foods or drinks, the bacteria in the mouth feed off the sugar, causing them to release harmful plaque acids, which attack the protective tooth enamel; once the enamel is worn, the tooth is susceptible to damage, infection and decay. Dentists advise people to drink water during the day and to ensure they take in the recommended daily intake of calcium.

We Are At The British Dental Conference & Exhibition 2013…

24/04/2013 10:13:19

The British Dental Conference & Exhibition is an extensive conference programme offering 3 days of varied verifiable CPD covering all aspects of dentistry, with a fantastic array of companies from the dental industry. It also has an educational exhibition featuring a demonstration theatre and the training essentials theatre, both free to attend. You will have the opportunity to get involved with and meet others in your profession.

The advantages of attending the conference are that you get access to the best exhibitors in the industry, clinical tips and techniques from high level experts in dentistry, industry innovations and know-how on how they can help you in practice, relevant sessions for all members of the dental team…. And last, but not least, a wide range of social events!!

During the event new network members have the opportunity to win an iPad and any new recruiters will automatically go forward to win a free placement with Dental Talent Tree!

The conference is held between 25^th – 27^thApril 2013.

The Impact Of New Laws For Hospital Dentists….

23/04/2013 10:07:49

The Dental Defence Union says dentists working in hospitals will need guidance about what is required of them under the new duty and has issued advice?explaining how it will sit with their existing professional duty to be trustworthy.

Leo Briggs, the Dental Defence Union’s dento-legal adviser, said: ‘The new standard NHS contract is being used by all organisations commissioning NHS healthcare services, with the exception of services? commissioned under primary care contracts. The contract requires all providers of services to NHS patients to comply with the duty of candour and the commissioning body can recover up to £10,000 from the provider if there is a breach’.

Hospital dentists will be involved in ensuring patients are told when something goes wrong. While the contractual duty of candour only applies to incidents that result in moderate or severe harm or death, the Dental Defence Union advises that dentists have a wider professional duty and should continue to inform patients in the usual way any time something goes wrong.

The duty came into effect in all new contracts for provision of NHS healthcare from 1 April 2013.

Zanzibar In Dental Need….

16/04/2013 15:04:06

Dr Jon Rees & Ru MacDonagh are amongst several other medical professionals that have been instrumental with local teams in Zanzibar, in setting up HIPZ Health Improvement Project, Zanzibar, a British charity, which is now in a joint venture agreement with the Ministry of Health. Also the singer Peter Andre is also now involved with HIPZ, helping to raise awareness of the serious lack of medical facilities and extremely low life expectancy on the island.

Retired Brighton-based dentist, Dr Feroz Jafferji, originally from Zanzibar, returned to the island three years ago and linked up with old classmates to set up OZ, Outreach Zanzibar. OZ has now combined forces with HIPZ to organise at least two new fully functioning dental clinics, based in two separate hospital locations in Zanzibar, to offer so many people a chance to have simple restorative dentistry, who have not had any other access to dentistry before.

They hope fellow dentists can donate any redundant dental items – large equipment, hand instruments, consumables.

http://www.hipz.org.uk/ http://outreachzanzibar.org/

Schools to get involved in oral health survey...

05/04/2013 14:53:58

Dental experts say support from schools is key to the success of the Children’s Dental Health survey, which has been carried out every 10 years since 1973. More than 1,000 schools and up to 21,000 children will take part in the study which is an essential tool for planning future dental care services. Chief dental officer Barry Cockcroft said: ‘Support from dentists, schools, parents and children is vital to the success of this survey. It helps measure changes in oral health and provides information to policy-makers on how best to plan dental services in the future.’

The survey involves a short dental examination at school with a random sample of children aged five, eight, twelve and fifteen followed by a postal questionnaire for parents/guardians. Support will be available to guide schools through the survey process. All data collected will be confidential and no school, student or parent will be identified.

The study is being carried out on behalf of the Health and Social Care Information Centre with funding provided by the Department of Health in each country. The research consortium is led by the Office for National Statistics (ONS), and includes the National Centre for Social Research (NatCen), Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency (NISRA) and five University Dental Schools (Birmingham, Cardiff, Newcastle, University College London and Kings College London).

No To Fluoride...

25/03/2013 17:27:49

The Welsh Government’s failure to fluoridate water supplies brings into question its commitment to improving the dental health of the nation, according to the chairman of its advisory body.

The National Oral Health Plan for Wales, published by the Welsh Government last Monday, states that 41% of children in Wales have four teeth decayed, filled or extracted by the age of five. The plan sets out how oral health will be improved and inequalities reduced over the next five years, but reiterates the Welsh Government’s long-held policy not to add fluoride to water supplies.

British Medical Association (BMA) Cymru Wales said proposals in the plan were “extremely unlikely to be enough to meet the minister’s main objective – unless fluoridation of water supplies is introduced in parts of Wales, after meaningful public consultation”.

It said a survey in 2008 showed children in some of the most deprived areas of the West Midlands, where 3.7 million people receive fluoridated water, enjoy some of the best oral health in the UK.

10,000 Patients Treated...

22/03/2013 15:42:32

Over 10,000 people have received NHS dental treatment from Peninsula dental students in the last five years. The students studying at Peninsula Schools of Medicine and Dentistry (PCMD) provide the service under the supervision of qualified dentists.

Peninsula Dental School opened its doors to its first students in 2007. Prof Christopher Tredwin, Head of PCMD, said patients get "routine, high quality, fantastic dental care".

Bridget Sampson, director of Primary Care for NHS Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, said the facility had been a "positive contribution to dental care in the region".

Happy Easter...

21/03/2013 16:43:44

Easter is nearly upon us and we thought we would have some fun! After receiving positive feedback regarding our Christmas theme we wanted to continue this feel good factor by giving our network an Easter makeover!

If you need locum cover for Easter please contact the team on 0800 014 9059

Dentistry Top 50...

08/03/2013 14:19:13

Last day to vote for the top 50 influential people within the Dental profession. Last year, James Goolnik made in two in a row. The former president of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and principal of the much-heralded Bow Lane Dental Group.

Dentistry Top 50 is in its 8th year and yet again will have the Dental industry on tender hooks until the much acclaimed list is announced. You will also be able to vote for a ‘lifetime contribution’ which received positive feedback after last year's introduction.

To register your vote please click here

More NHS Funding...

21/02/2013 16:47:27

Almost £3 million has been given to NHS dentists in Northamptonshire & Milton Keynes by the government. The extra dental funding from the Department of Health will go towards attracting 26,000 new NHS patients and reducing the number waiting for orthodontic treatment.

Lincolnshire received £595,000 of extra funding which will help to increase capacity at up to twenty NHS dental practices and create more NHS dental appointments for up to 11,000 more people.

North West Leicestershire have also been awarded more than £300,000 of funding for NHS dentistry.

Desert Run...

06/02/2013 09:34:34

Dr Mark-Steven Howe is heading to Africa’s largest desert in April to take on the toughest foot race on earth. Dr Mark-Steven Howe, who lives in Sedgeberrow, will fly to the Sahara in April to compete in the 28th annual Marathon Des Sables in support of the Air Ambulance.

He will join about 1,000 people taking part in the 156- mile challenge which equates to about six marathons in six days.

Dr Howe who works at Broadway Dental Care, said: “Looking after your feet will be important and not believing you are indestructible. I have done iron man events before. I just have to get on with it. It is all about pacing yourself.”

Dr Howe, who was in the air force for five years, says he hoped his patients would pop into his High Street surgery to sponsor him.

National Smile 2013...

05/02/2013 12:00:17

To mark the unveiling of National Smile Month 2013, campaign organisers the British Dental Health Foundation are giving away 15,000 ‘Smiley's' on a first-come first-served basis.

The first 3,000 eligible organisations who submit their interest on the National Smile Month website will each receive five free ‘Smiley's' as well as a campaign guide packed with information on how to get the best out of this year's campaign.

National Smile Month promotes three key messages for great oral health:
- Brush for two minutes twice a day
- Cut down on how often you eat sugary foods and drinks
- Visit the dentist regularly, as often as they recommend

Amanda Oakey, Director of Educational Resources, said: "The feedback we received from those who took part in last year's campaign was extremely positive. People were absolutely thrilled with the Smileys. They're fun, they're educational and they are a great way to get people talking about oral health.

The campaign runs from 20 May to 20 June and is once again sponsored by Wrigley, Listerine and Oral-B. To find out more about National Smile Month and to register for five free Smileys, please visit the National Smile Month by clicking here

Innovation Award For App...

04/02/2013 10:28:06

Dentist Ben Underwood has developed a unique free toothbrush timer app called Brush DJ to make brushing less boring! The app plays 2 minutes of a song taken at random from the music library stored on the user’s device. This encourages people to brush for an effective length of time whilst rediscovering their music collection. Ben Underwood recently won the award for Best Dental Innovation at the prestigious DH&T awards ceremony.

A recent survey by the British Dental Health Foundation reported nearly 59% of women and 35% regularly skip brushing their teeth at bedtime. The government’s latest dental health survey found only 21% of people use dental floss and only 26% use an electric toothbrush. A US study reported that the average time spent brushing is 45 seconds- considerably shorter than the recommended 2 minutes.

Ben says he had the idea for Brush DJ after watching an episode of the BBCs Apprentice, where candidates were asked to design an app. He felt this would be an ideal tool to make people aware of the latest advice and encourage them to brush twice a day for the right length of time, to help reduce the risk of gum disease, decay
and bad breath.

For further information on Brush DJ please click here

Give Kids a Smile Day...

01/02/2013 15:49:20

Today is national 'Give Kids a Smile Day' and commemorate the day, the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry are sponsoring an event to provide much needed dental treatments for local children.

The college screened thousands of kids and picked out the ones who need the most help and more than 150 kids will get a free dental exam, cleaning and even surgery.

Many of the children have untreated cavities, decay and infection because they've never gone to the dentist. Today’s visit could be their first, and last, time seeing a dental specialist. More than 100 UMKC dental students will be working alongside a dozen pediatric dentists

Dentist Shortage...

30/01/2013 13:58:03

Dental patients on the Isle of Man are facing increased waiting times due to a lack of dentists, according to the Department of Health. Long-term sickness and repeated difficulties in recruitment have been blamed by the department for the increase in waiting times. Children will be seen as normal, but adults will be subject to delay.

Health minister David Anderson said "These challenges are not simple to resolve but I would like to reassure patients that we are taking all possible measures to improve the situation." The department is looking to reduce waiting times by alternative recruitment methods, the introduction of extended hours and the employment of locum dentists.

Trainee Nurses For Carlisle...

23/01/2013 10:17:27

Training 2000 is a charitable trust with over 40 years' experience of delivering high quality work-based learning and training programmes. They have grown to more than 250 staff and 6 centres across the North West and other areas of the UK, working with national employers across a wide range of sectors.

Michael Hunt, operations director at Training 2000, said: “There has been much growth in provision and demand for dental training in north Cumbria and we are delighted to have established a base in Carlisle.

“This new site, which is central to our delivery area, will provide much needed support for our learners and we are looking forward to further growth in the future.”

Training 2000 has already delivered more than 80 work-based dental training programmes in north Cumbria. It chose to open in Carlisle to provide easy access for learners in north and west Cumbria. Courses include a level 3 diploma in dental nursing, level 2 support services in health, pre-apprenticeship training for youngsters and a dental nursing cadet programme for those aged 16 and 17.

For more information on Training 2000 please click here

Approved Discount Scheme...

21/01/2013 10:53:49

Denplan will launch a new scheme to allow employers to join a network to provide discounted dental care for their employees. Denplan has already offered 6,500 member dentists the chance to join the scheme and 1,500 have already signed up.

Employees registered with the plan will have the chance to access information about participating dentists via a secure website, which will only be open to those covered by the Denplan policy.

Managing director of Denplan, Steve Gates, said that people tend to visit the dentist closest to where they live and this can be a problem for employers because employees have to take time off to go to their appointment and travelling can add to the time period significantly. Gates said that he wanted to help employers and employees to use the most efficient system possible, by bringing them into contact with dental practices close to their office or place of work.

UK Grads Miss Out...

10/01/2013 09:20:33

Professor Michael Lewis, Dean of Cardiff University Dental School, said that a growing number of students are missing out on DF1 places which is compulsory for UK students who wish to work for the NHS.

UK graduates are required to complete their foundation training within 18 months of finishing their undergraduate degree programme, which means that students who struggle to get a place after graduating may have to rethink their career options. Some students will be faced with up to £50,000 worth of debt by the time they get a job.

Professor Lewis has called for changes to the system to ensure that UK dentists are protected. Last year, 35 graduates were refused funding for the DF1 course and this year there is expected to be a shortfall of around 187.

Professor Lewis said that the current system is unjust, as European gradates can register to work in the NHS without any foundation training, while UK graduates are refused work unless they have completed the DF1 training course.

Dr Martin Nimmo, chair of the British Dental Association’s Young Dentists Committee, has set up a petition calling for all UK dental graduates to get a DF1 training place.

New-CLan...

09/01/2013 11:06:31

A brand new dental clinic based at the University of Central Lancashire is now fully operational and open to the public. The new UCLan Dental Clinic and Health Centre has opened its doors to patients in the region; the clinic will provide private dental treatment, as well as enabling postgraduate dental students to access state of the art training facilities.

The clinic was opened to provide fully trained dentists who are embarking on postgraduate study at the university’s School of Postgraduate Medical and Dental Education to gain valuable clinical experience. At the moment, the clinic is offering private dental treatment to patients living in the North West region.

Going, Going, Gone...

07/01/2013 09:40:40

Four bidders are understood to have made bids of £140m to £160m for Oasis Dental Care, the UK’s second largest Dental Corporate who operate 200 practices in the UK & Ireland. This is £90m short of the valuation when the process started last June.

The lower-than-expected bids are understood to be related to concerns over issues facing the UK’s current dental industry including; expensive property leases, new NHS dental contracts and issues stemming from the Office of Fair Trading’s 2012 study into UK dentistry.

MBE For Dentist...

03/01/2013 16:32:43

Dr Colette Bridgman has been honoured with an MBE in the New Years' Honours List. Dr Bridgman was the only dentist to appear in this year's list, she received the honour in recognition of her services to dentistry and oral health.

Dr Bridgman is a consultant for Dental Public Health in Manchester and recently launched a 'Baby Teeth DO Matter’ project in Rochdale. Click here to read our previous news article regarding this project.

Dentistry Ranked No.1...

20/12/2012 10:34:29

Dentistry tops U.S. News & World Report’s list of 100 jobs in greatest demand. This annual ranking bases its selections on the Labor Department's predictions of the occupations that should have the greatest hiring demand from now until the year 2020.

The list looked at employment growth as well as other factors to determine a job's overall score. Those other considerations were: median salary, future job prospects, the unemployment rate, and the occupation's estimated stress level and work-life balance.

No. 1 — Dentist
The profession should grow 21.1% by 2020.
Median Salary: $142,740

5 Days Left To Organise Locum Cover...

18/12/2012 09:48:41

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BUPA Acquires Aus No.1…

17/12/2012 10:15:18

BUPA acquires 64% of Australia’s largest dental chain ‘Dental Corp’ for A$270 million from Fortis Healthcare Ltd. Dental Corp had revenues of A$339 million in 2011 and has 190 dental centres providing a comprehensive range of preventive, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry, as well as endodontic, periodontic, orthodontic, prosthodontic and oral surgery services.

London-based privately run Bupa is a leading international healthcare group and has more than ten million customers in over 190 countries offering personal and company health insurance.

Clinical Pathway Review...

14/12/2012 16:34:59

A review of the clinical pathway used by practices in the dental pilot programme makes a number of recommendations to improve the pathway approach. The dental pilot programme commenced in July 2011 and is testing ideas for a new contract based on registration, capitation and quality.

The clinical service aims to provide high quality clinical care appropriate to the needs of individual patients. As the most common dental conditions (tooth decay and gum disease) are largely preventable, there is an emphasis on prevention and patient self care within the clinical model.

Read the full report here

Dental Survey Statistics...

13/12/2012 15:33:15

1.4 million adults were asked about access to NHS dentistry in the previous two years. Participants were asked if they had tried to obtain an appointment with an NHS dentist. They were also asked what their overall experience was of NHS dentistry. Patients who hadn’t tried to obtain an NHS dentist in the previous two years were asked to select the main reason why they hadn’t tried.

The results from the survey responses are presented here at national (England), Strategic Health Authority (SHA) and Primary Care Trust (PCT) level.

Keynotes:
* 34.8% response rate
* 60% of respondents stated they had tried to get an NHS appointment in the last two years
* Of those that tried 94% were successful
* 83% of respondents rated their experience as positive
* 38% of those who did not try to get an NHS appointment gave private dentistry as the reason

Read the full report here

Future Workforce Report....

12/12/2012 11:20:54

The Health and Education National Strategic Exchange looks ahead at the future medical and dental workforce needs of the NHS. It enables plans to ensure that those workforce needs are met in 2025 and beyond, when students entering medical school next year will become fully qualified. The previous Dental review was in 2004 and resulted in a 25% student intake increase.

Keynotes from the report;
* 2% reduction for 2013 Medical student intake
* No immediate change for Dental student intake
* Dental student review in 2013, for 2014 intake
* Dentistry will have a 3 year review cycle
* No immediate change to the level of overseas cap

Read the full report here

Health Minister Dr Dan Poulter said:

“The NHS of the future needs the right workforce in place to make sure patients get the best care. The government is taking action now so that patient’s needs will continue to be met in 2025, and money is not wasted training more doctors than the NHS requires, who could end up having to go abroad to find work.

“Regular robust contingency planning ensures there is a close match between medical school places, the future demands for care of patients in the NHS, and junior doctors’ training posts so that supply meets demand.”

BUPA Strikes Again...

10/12/2012 10:47:14

Bupa has completed the acquisition of celebrity dentist Dr Lance Knight's practice in Manchester city centre. It becomes Bupa's 12th nationwide dental centre as it targets major cities for expansion, acquiring up to 50 sites over the next three years.

The Ultimate Smile Spa founded in 2007 employs 21 staff and is one of the first dental practices in Europe to have a bad breath machine which measures certain gases in the breath to accurately identify the causes of halitosis and prescribe the best treatment.

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New Dental Hospital...

06/12/2012 11:40:47

A proposed new £31m dental hospital in Birmingham is to replace the existing site next to Birmingham Children’s Hospital in the city centre. The new site would be the first step towards creating a huge medical park on the Pebble Mill site once occupied by the BBC.

The project would see 450 people working on the site, along with 670 students in training and more than 100,000 patients would be treated there every year. A further five economic zones in the city, including a medical area near the Queen Elizabeth Hospital will create up to 50,000 jobs over the next three to five years.

Warning…

04/12/2012 11:30:21

Dentists have been warned against using a hand-held X-ray machine, known as the Tianjie Dental Falcon, on patients as it poses a significant health risk. The machine exposes users and patients to 10 times the normal level of radiation, increasing their risks of cancer and organ damage. The Medicines and Healthcare Regulatory Agency is asking NHS and private dentists to dispose of these devices. So far, 13 of the machines have been seized at a distribution centre.

Emergency testing of the product by the Health Protection Agency and scientists at King's College Hospital in London revealed that it has insufficient lead shielding inside it to protect dentists and patients from excessive radiation. The machine's X-ray beam is also too wide, which means a patient's whole skull and brain is exposed to radiation rather than just their mouth. The device also poses an electrical hazard because it comes with a European plug and a travel adapter that are not earthed or fused for the UK mains supply. As well as being a fire hazard, it could cause a serious electric shock (50,000 volts) to the dentist or patients

20% Pay Rises...

03/12/2012 10:08:37

The South Australian Dental Service expects a new pay rise for public dentists which will encourage more to practise in regional areas. Public dentists will get a 20 per cent pay rise from January next year.

The executive director of the SA Dental Service, Dr Martin Dooland, says he hopes it will ease the lengthy wait times for dental services in regional communities. "I suspect that the city jobs will fill up and we'll have increasing ease in getting dentists to the country, supported by those extra pay rates that we've been able to gain approval for and we think that's going to make a major difference to our ability to attract staff," he said.

All I Want For Christmas....

30/11/2012 10:26:38

Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence has kindly offered free corrective treatment to a local woman who is unable to eat solid food or speak clearly due to a previous failed treatment.

Ms Andrews had previously been treated by another dental practice and has been trying to claim compensation for almost three years. Unfortunately the Dentist who treated Ms Andrews at the time has since been struck off the GDC for inadequate insurance and has since left the UK leaving a slim chance of receiving any compensation. Ms Andrews is among campaigners calling for immediate change to laws which can leave patients powerless if dentists have no insurance, move abroad or refuse to contact their insurers.

Dr Badiani, of the Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence, has offered her £25,000 worth of free treatment to correct her smile. (Dr Badiani is donating treatment while BioHorizons UK is providing the implants)

Brush up on your rights....

27/11/2012 14:29:23

The Office of Fair Trading has today launched a new campaign to help patients understand more about their rights when visiting the dentist.

The 'Right to Smile' campaign, which is supported by the British Dental Association, private dentistry providers and a number of consumer groups, has been launched to help patients make informed decisions, understand more about their entitlements to NHS treatment, and know what their options are if things go wrong.

An OFT study published earlier this year found that while the majority of patients are satisfied with their dentist, they do not always have the information to allow them to make informed decisions about their choice of dentist and treatments. A survey carried out as part of the OFT study also found that some patients might be getting the wrong information about their entitlements to NHS treatment and be paying higher prices for private treatment as a result

Further information can be found here

New Government Dental Scheme...

26/11/2012 09:52:10

More than three million children are going to be eligible for taxpayer-subsidised dental care after the Senate passed a new government scheme. The six-year package includes $2.7 billion for about 3.4 million children aged two to 17 years, $1.3 billion for adults on low incomes and $225 million to expand services in outer metropolitan, regional and remote areas. Access to the scheme will start on January 1, 2014 and will cover children in families receiving Family Tax Benefit or a range of other benefits. One million low-income adults with concession cards, including pensioners, will also have improved access to public dental care.

Government frontbencher Jan McLucas said the investment would help reverse the decline in the dental health of the nation's children since the 1990s. "Unless we reverse this trend, a generation of children with poor teeth will grow as a generation of adults with poor teeth," Senator McLucas told the chamber on Monday. "Poor oral health will place even more pressure on the wider health system."

The new scheme replaces the Howard government's Chronic Disease Dental Scheme (CDDS).

Baby Teeth Do Matter...

22/11/2012 11:56:40

Surgeries across Greater Manchester are taking part in a project to improve children’s oral hygiene. Participating dental practices will offer free toothbrushes and toothpaste to every child under the age of six who has not been to the dentist before. Health bosses hope the pilot – named ‘Baby Teeth DO Matter’ – will encourage parents to get their tot’s teeth regularly checked. Around one in five three-year-olds in the region have dental decay and the figure doubles by the age of five.

Colette Bridgman, chair of the Greater Manchester Local Dental Network, said: "Oral health in children under the age of five is an area we can improve on. Dentists are advising mums and dads not to give their children anything to eat or drink during the last hour before bedtime, except milk or water.

New Dental Practice Takes A Bite Into Waiting Lists...

15/11/2012 11:55:41

The opening of a new dental practice in Thurso should eventually end waiting lists for NHS treatment in Caithness and Sutherland, NHS Highland has said. Since the £1.2m clinic opened at the start of this year, about 4,000 people have had examinations.

Four dentists and a therapist have been recruited along with 12 nursing staff. Dr John Barry, who leads the clinic at Thurso's Dunbar Hospital, said the practice was making massive strides in reducing waiting lists. He hoped that in the next 12 months no-one in the local area would be waiting to register for NHS treatment.

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Dental School Staff Overworked....

13/11/2012 14:48:03

The union that represents lecturers at Queen's University in Belfast has said it is concerned that some of its medical members may be so overworked that it could be affecting patient care. The University College Union (UCU) was responding to a dental council report critical of the number of unfilled posts in the School of Dentistry.

The union said senior management still face many serious questions. President Professor Mike Larkin said "patients must be better protected". He added that the Belfast university had to get on with recruiting new staff. "I am sure they are committed to finding new members of staff to come into the school and I believe that is a good thing," he said. "But I believe they have to get on with the job of getting more staff to assist those existing staff in the dental school and their efforts to maintain a high standard."

The General Dental Council was critical about the number of unfilled posts and said that in some cases teaching loads had increased by 20%. Inspectors said "we feel that the intensity of the course and the commitment of the staff cannot be maintained for much longer" and "it was our strong feeling that the programme is in an extremely fragile state."

The Teeth On The Bus...

12/11/2012 16:55:06

Oxfordshire will soon see the ‘tooth bus’ which is a free mobile dental bus driving around the county. The mobile dental unit will be offering free dental check-ups to any person that lives in the county and who hasn’t seen an NHS dentist within the last 2 years. A lack of NHS dental check-ups is a big problem in Oxfordshire and the county is ranked 120th out of 150 primary care trust in the UK. Only about half of the adults in Oxfordshire have been to see an NHS dentist within the past 2 years according to Department of Health statistics.

The idea behind the tooth bus is to improve the access to dentistry across the UK and to promote oral health. The tooth bus will be in Oxfordshire from next week until February 2013 and to keep up to date with tooth bus news visit www.toothbus.co.uk

Mo-Dentists...

09/11/2012 10:07:48

During November each year, Movember is responsible for the sprouting of moustaches on thousands of men's faces in the UK and around the world. The aim of the campaign is to raise funds and awareness of men's health, specifically prostate and testicular cancer. Dentists Chris Hunt, Barry Awan and Andy Richards of Grants House Dentistry, Somerset, said they would like to apologise to their patients for the unkempt appearance, but would hope that their new facial features will prompt conversation around this often ignored issue of men's health.

Giving Injured Soldiers A Smile...

07/11/2012 10:12:29

A DINAS Powys dental practice have joined a national foundation to give injured service personnel something to smile about.

Greenfield Dental Care are playing an active part in the dental treatment and rehabilitation of injured soldiers, by working with Smile4Heroes. Launched in January 2012, Smile4Heroes started with just three dental practices in the UK providing free dental treatments to returning heroes. Another 45 practices have since joined supporting the foundation, which works in support of Help the Heroes. Greenfield are the latest, and all work provided by the practice is done entirely out of good will. Several dentists at the local practice have strong military ties, with brothers and brothers-in-law currently serving in the armed forces. Practice owner David Woodsford served as a dentist in the army for years before returning home to Cardiff.
Fellow dentist at the practice Victoria Kenney said: "When we heard about the Smile4Heroes charity we knew we wanted to get involved immediately," she said. "It is a fantastic project where we can help our wounded soldiers in a hands-on, practical way. "It's an opportunity to make a real difference to someone's recovery and we're all very proud to be involved."

For more on Smile4Heroes visit www.smile4heroes.co.uk or facebook.com/smile4heroes

Greener Building Regs...

31/10/2012 09:41:14

Planned changes to building regulations for non-domestic buildings could result in dentists who are planning to extend older premises paying more in building costs. In a push to go zero carbon for new builds by 2019 changes are being made to part L2B of the Building Regulations which currently states that any extension will trigger the requirement of consequential, i.e. energy efficient, improvements in buildings with a total useful floor space greater than 1000m². The reversions to L2B will mean that all non-domestic buildings, regardless of size, will be responsible for making the consequential improvements when extending. It is likely that older buildings will potentially cost more to make the consequential improvements; however the legislation should mean that non-dwelling buildings, such as dental practices, will become more energy efficient in the future.

Straumann Cut Jobs...

30/10/2012 09:27:55

Straumann, Swiss dental implant makers, have announced they are planning to cut approximately 150 jobs by the start of 2013 due to decreased demand in Europe. The euro zone debt has meant that Europeans have cut down on non-essential dental treatment, such as implants, which has brought Straumann’s margins down to an unacceptable level. In addition to the cutting approximately 6% of their workforce Staumann have said they are planning to increase their stake in Dental Wings, a company that make dental software and scanners, so that they can expand into digital dentistry. Although sales in Europe fell for Straumann the company did see sales in North America and Asia Pacific increase in the third quarter.

Fully Covered...

29/10/2012 09:24:22

Cigna, one of the UK’s leading providers of managed employee healthcare benefits and services, which include dental plans, will now provide full refunds for covered treatments in a response to consumer demand for more affordable dental care. This full refund cover will be available on their Level 3 & 4 DentaCare plans from all dentists that have signed up to the arrangement, which initially will be in London. To expand the scheme patients can also nominate their own dentist to become involved in the arrangement.

Prisoners Risk Of Oral Cancer....

26/10/2012 11:09:22

Dental disease levels for prisoners are 4 times greater than compared to the levels found in the general population according to the Department of Health. The British Dental Health Foundation is making people aware of the risk factors such as poor diet, tobacco use, drinking alcohol to excess and the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), as part of the Mouth Cancer Action Month. Due to the prisoner profile being mostly young men, from deprived backgrounds, often with history of alcohol and drug abuse, this means prisoners tend to fall into a high risk group.

All Your Treats At Once....

24/10/2012 14:03:00

The British Health Foundation has published guidance on sugary foods and drinks in the lead up to Halloween. A Dental Advisor for the foundation has advised that it would be better to let children eat sugary treats all together rather than spreading them out over a period of time, as it is not how much sugar is consumed but how often it is consumed that raises the risk of tooth decay! It takes about an hour for saliva to neutralise acid in the mouth, so eating sugary treats over a long period of time means that the mouth does not get a chance to recover. The advice is to try and limit the number of houses your child visits on Halloween and if you are the one giving out the treats why not offer a sugar-free alternative? Should your child have too many treats post Halloween try to keep sugary foods to mealtimes only and ensure they are supervised when brushing their teeth before bed.

Young Dentist Endodontic Award 2012....

23/10/2012 12:32:11

At the 10th anniversary of the Harley Street Centre for Endodontics the Centre launched its new website www.roottreatmentuk.com and the Young Dentist Endodontic Award 2012 was announced! The judges looked at the quality of the candidate's pre-operative and post-operative radiographs, the treatment and the application. Rahul Bose, an associate in Oxford and London who graduated from Manchester University, was awarded first place. Second place went to Luis Fernandez Escarabajal and joint third place went to Michael Taylor and Thomas Hickley.

Dirty Magazines....

22/10/2012 09:43:21

A Dorset Dentist has been told by an NHS infection control worker that she should change the magazines in her waiting room weekly and that Blu-tack should not be re-used when putting up posters to avoid germs spreading! The Dentist was warned that not taking on board the recommendations could result in her practice failing a Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection. The chairman of the General Dental Council (GDC) has said that magazines in waiting rooms help keep patients relaxed and posters are need to provide information about dental services and oral health. The CQC have stated that they would not ban magazines or set any policies about Blu-Tack usage but that practices should have a regular cleaning schedule, and as part of that schedule magazines should be in good condition and free from obvious contamination.

E-Petition...

19/10/2012 09:25:49

In the British Dental Association’s (BDA’s) “YDC Asks” the Young Dentists Committee (YDC) has asked people to sign their online government e-petition. In the petition they are asking the government to ensure that all graduates from UK dental schools are guaranteed a Dental Foundation Training (DFT) place. This is in response to the House of Commons figures that 35 newly qualified dentists from UK dental schools have not been allocated Dental Foundation Training (DFT) places this year.

Shoes With A Bite...

18/10/2012 09:24:01

British designers have made over a pair of Savile Row shoes by replacing the soles with 1,050 teeth. The one off design shoes are called the ‘The Apex Predators’ and are made from plastic white and gold dentures, not human! The designers have said that the shoes ‘are predators with no predators’ and reside ‘at the top of their food chain’. In addition they have also made a Savile Row suit from human hair, glass eyes and dentures.

Banger Rally...

16/10/2012 09:45:02

A Dentist and Dental Practice Manager from the South West raised nearly £1000 for the Children’s Hospice South West charity by completing the Staples 2 Naples Banger Rally over the August Bank Holiday. They travelled from Calais to South Italy in a 1993 Rover 216 convertible with the break down services only being called out once when the car keys were accidently locked in the boot of the car! Have you ever done any charity work that we can share with our members?

CPD Not Being Logged...

15/10/2012 10:14:40

The General Dental Council (GDC) have stressed that around 40,000 Dental Care Professionals (DCPs) have less than 1 year to complete their first 5 year Continuing Professional Development (CPD) cycle. To comply with the GDC’s registration the DCPs must have completed 150 hours of CPD by 31^st of July 2013. Failure to do this could result in them losing their GDC registration. According to the GDC database as of the 4^th October 2012 around 36% of DCPs have logged more than the minimum required hours of CPD. However there are still 4,444 DCPs (11%) who have not logged any CPD hours.

Don't Smooch Your Pooch...

12/10/2012 12:07:56

Experts have warned that dog owners that kiss their dog or let their dog lick their mouth are at risk of catching gum disease! After a study on dog owners in Japan it was found that 16% of owners had oral microbes which were normally only found in dogs, and in turn 10 pets where found to have human bacteria. Smooching with your pooch could mean swapping dangerous mouth bacteria which can cause gum disease. If left untreated gum disease can turn into periodontitis which affects the tissues that support teeth and can ultimately lead to the loss of teeth. Although only 5% will develop a cavity most dogs do suffer from periodontitis, however it is advised that if pet owners practice oral hygiene on their pets their pooch’s mouth can be just as clean as theirs!

End Of The Dreaded Drill…

11/10/2012 09:30:47

DMG Dental has produced a plastic inter-dental wedge which can be used to separate very close-set teeth. Unfortunately flossing is not a daily routine for many and as a result the spaces between teeth, which are prone to bacteria, can lead to tooth decay. The traditional method for treating this would be to drill into the tooth to reach the cavity and apply a filing, something many patients dread. The plastic inter-dental wedge negates the need for drilling as it works by separating the teeth so that alternative treatment can take place. Once the teeth are separated a special gel is applied, the area is then dried with alcohol and lastly an Icon resin is applied which seals the pores and hardens. This universal standard plastic wedge was created with the assistance of Proto Labs who took the 3D CAD model from DMG Dental and used a method called “protomold”, a rapid injection moulding service, to create the prototype within 2-3 weeks.

Dental Protection Growing...

09/10/2012 10:06:36

Dental Protection Limited, a subsidiary of MPS, has members across 70 countries and announced at the BDTA Dental Showcase that they now have a 70% market share in the UK. MPS was established in 1982 and it took nearly 90 years to gain its first 20,000 members, they now have a total of 60,000 members. Over 10,000 dental professionals joined Dental Protection Limited in the last 5 years, that’s an increase of 20%.

Showcase Success...

08/10/2012 14:28:18

Judy and Mark from Dental Talent Tree would like to thank everyone that attended the BDTA Dental Showcase!

We had a lot of visitors to the Dental Talent Tree stand during the event and as a result a large volume of dental professionals, dental nurses and support staff have joined the Dental Talent Tree network as active members.

In addition a huge thank you to the many practice principals and managers who came over to discuss their practice needs – we hope you have had the opportunity to see how the Dental Talent Tree online network can be utilised to advertise for your next hire.

Lastly thanks to the dental companies who enquired about joining the global Dental Talent Tree Directory, by advertising on the network you are ensuring your company is connecting with Dental professionals.

If you were unable to make this year’s showcase but would like to find out more about the Dental Talent Tree network, please contact us!

Go Directly To Jail...

08/10/2012 11:47:37

A Dentist who was convicted of defrauding the NHS has now received her sentence; she has been jailed for 7 years. This is made up of six and a half years for conspiracy to defraud and a further six months for perverting the course of justice. In addition her daughter who worked as her administrator has also been jailed for 2 years for conspiring to defraud the NHS. The Birmingham dentist, who had been previously investigated and fined in 2004 for over-claiming, claimed for 100 patients who were dead and put through new dentures for patients whether dead or alive every 3 months. It has been approximated that between April 2006 and March 2009 the dentist defrauded the NHS out of £1.4 million and used the money to fund an expensive lifestyle of designer shoes and clothing, travelling the world and £1000-a-night hotels. The Judge was told how that amount of money could have been used to fund 73 newly qualified nurses for a year.

GDC Wants Your Thoughts...

05/10/2012 12:25:44

The General Dental Council (GDC) would like the thoughts of dental professionals on the 'direct access' plans, which have the support of The Department of Health and which the Office of Fair Trading would like to come into effect as soon as possible. Under the proposed 'direct access' the GDC is considering allowing patients to see any member of the dental team without a referral from a dentist. Currently only clinical dental technicians are able to treat patients without a prescription from a dentist. In addition the GDC would also like to know what dental professionals think about amendments to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and new standards that are being proposed which all registered dental professionals would have to follow. These new standards are:

1) Making it clear to patients which treatments can be provided under the health service and those which can only be provided on a private basis;

2) If providing treatment, also making sure that a simplelist of costs is clearly visible in a reception or waiting area;

3) Being sufficiently fluent in written and spoken English to communicate effectively with patients, their relatives, the dental team and other healthcare professionals in the UK.

Lack Of Training Places...

03/10/2012 15:44:53

The British Dental Association (BDA) has criticised figures from the House of Commons that 35 newly qualified dentists from UK dental schools have not been allocated Dental Foundation Training (DFT) places this year. The BDA have urged the government to look at alternative arrangements for the graduates without DFT places and also to ensure that a repeat of this year’s situation does not happen again. It is estimated that the cost to taxpayers to train each dental graduate is £155,000, and until they have completed their DFT they will be unable to undertake NHS dental treatment.

Musical Drill...

02/10/2012 15:17:26

A dental surgeon in Purworejo, Indonesia, has spent six million rupiah modifying his dental drill to turn it into a musical drill. The dentist also added a toy on the head of the drill and tells the children that the toy cleans their teeth. Instead of the usual buzzing the musical drill plays music from a MP3 player, with patients able to request their own songs!

Showcase...

01/10/2012 12:13:01

Dental Talent Tree will be attending the BDTA Dental Showcase on the 4th - 6th October at ExCeL London. Why not visit us at stand S14!

During the event new network members have the opportunity to win an iPad and any new recruiters will automatically go forward to win a free placement with Dental Talent Tree!

Do you need a locum clinician or dental nurse to cover whilst your staff attend the showcase? You now have 9755 members in your recruitment network so why not search Dental Talent Tree today to find suitable cover!

Henry Schein Go To Canada...

28/09/2012 12:16:37

Henry Schein, who operate in 26 countries, have announced today that they have acquired a majority interest in a privately held dental software company called The Exan Group, based in Canada. Henry Schein are the world’s largest provider of services and products to dental professionals and the transaction means that they will be able to expand their business with dental schools in the United States and Canada. Exan are responsible for developing and selling the practice management software Power Practice which is used by approximately 750 practices in Canada. In addition Exan also develops the software axiUm which is used by around 65 dental schools in the United States and Canada.

Human Papilloma Virus...

26/09/2012 10:12:52

Dental Professionals are being urged by Cancer Research UK, the British Society for Oral Medicine and the British Association for the Study of Community Dentistry to check patients for mouth cancer. Since May the General Dental Council made it a recommendation that dentists check for oral cancer but it is not mandatory. Mouth cancer kills around 1,700 people in the UK each year and this is expected to rise by around 22% over the next 20 years, with a prediction that there will be 9,200 cases of oral cancer by 2030 compared to 6,240 cases in 2009. Oral cancer affects lips, tongue, cheek lining, gums, palate and floor of the mouth and common symptoms include sores, lumps, ulcers that do not heal as well as red and white patches in the mouth. It has been suggested by Cancer Research UK that dental professionals should be asking patients about risk factors such as smoking, alcohol and the Human Pappiloma Virus (which can infect the mouth as a result of oral sex). A patient’s chances of survival increase from 50% to 90% if there is an early diagnosis and treatment.

Identifying Osteoporosis...

25/09/2012 10:14:14

Manchester University Dentists are using a technology called Osteodent where they look at dental scans to detect whether people are at risk of developing osteoporosis, which previously could only be diagnosed after a bone fracture. Osteoporosis is a disease where the density of bones reduces leaving them weak and fragile; early diagnosis could mean patients being referred to specialists for investigation and preventive therapy. During any dental treatment the jaw is X-rayed by dental professionals, this X-ray can then be used to see if any bone deterioration has occurred. A study has shown that any deterioration in the jaw bone is similar to the loss of bone density in the rest of the body. As Dentists see patients and perform regular X-ray examinations it is hoped that the software Osteodent can be used by dentists to assess a patient’s risk of osteoporosis, a disease which currently affects over 3 million people in Britain.

Dentist Searches For Sweetheart...

24/09/2012 10:25:26

A Dentist from Canada has travelled over 5000 miles in search for an Irish girl he met in a café in Ennistymon, County Clare, Ireland. He only spoke to her briefly whilst on a family holiday in 2011 to ask her for directions and the time but the dentist fell head over heels for the Irish beauty. At the time he decided that since he was due to fly home the next day he would do nothing about the brief encounter, however shortly afterwards he did return to the town to search for the girl but could not find her. After his friends joked that no girls in Canada would compare, due to them not being “Ennistymon” he decided to return to Ireland to search for red haired girl. Posting a notice in the local paper for the anonymous girl and revisiting the café has proven unfruitful but has caught the attention of the media not to mention bookmakers!

Going Mobile...

21/09/2012 09:50:55

Dental Talent Tree have gone mobile enabled!

- Network members can now login, search and connect to suitable opportunities as well as refer colleagues to the network.
- Recruiters can search and connect to network members.
- Why not catch up the dental news on your commute to work?

Click here to go to our mobile site...

Stone Age Dentistry...

20/09/2012 10:02:56

A 6500 year old fossilised jawbone, which was being used to test new X-ray imaging equipment, has been found to contain a dental filling. The 3D picture of the tooth showed that a cap made from beeswax was covering a large cavity where the dentine was exposed. It has been proposed that the wax had been used whilst the Neolithic man, thought to be between 24-30, was still alive to fill the cavity. This would make it the oldest dental filling ever discovered!

Scotland Welcomes Genix...

19/09/2012 09:55:18

Dental corporate Genix Healthcare, who currently have 23 practices across England, have branched out and launched their first NHS dental practice in Scotland. They have taken over an existing practice on Earl Grey Street in the centre of Edinburgh which has four consulting rooms and will serve up to 16,000 patients. As well as planning a refurbishment for the practice Genix have extending the opening hours to 8pm two nights a week. The practice will offer NHS services and private treatments; such as tooth whitening and tooth coloured fillings. Next on the expansion plan for Genix will be practices in the Fife region!

Private Dental School...

18/09/2012 09:52:22

Leicester Dental Teaching Academy and the University of Buckingham have announced they will open the UK’s first private dental school next September. The Dental school will be based in Leicester and will accept 100 students each year. The 5 year course will result in a Bachelors degree in Dental Surgery from the University of Buckingham and will cost in total £180,000. The school will be open 8am to 9pm for drop-in dental services and will provide free dental treatment to members of the public. It is hoped that a charitable trust will eventually be set up by the dental school to award bursaries to students with limited means of support and set up research facilities at the school.

Questions For Colgate?

13/09/2012 09:42:51

The British Dental Association and Colgate are partnering during September to raise awareness of oral health, educate the general public on the importance of good oral health, and to encourage communication between dental professionals and patients. As well as a road show across the UK in September where dental hygienists and therapists provide advice to the public, Colgate have also been hosting a Q&A event on their Facebook page where you can have your oral care questions answered by a dentist.

World Oral Health Day

12/09/2012 11:14:42

The 12^th September is World Oral Health Day! A report has been recently discussed at the European Parliament in Brussels at a conference entitled “Are we taking enough care of our teeth? The case for a European oral health policy”. The report highlights that access to oral healthcare is still a major health problem and that half of the European population may suffer gum disease. It has been recommended that a policy be put in place that has a strategy across Europe to improve oral health by 2020, for instance by encouraging best practice to be shared across countries and addressing oral health inequalities.

Queuing For Mercy....

11/09/2012 09:42:18

In Guinea West Africa over 4,300 people came to the Africa Mercy, a ship run by the global charity Mercy Ships, for mass medical screening. Over half had to be turned down due to needing treatment that could not be provided on the ship, 200 were selected for immediate surgery and around 1000 were scheduled for further evaluation. The Africa Mercy is the world’s largest private hospital ship and has 6 operating theatres, a 78 bed hospital and is run by over 400 volunteers. The Africa Mercy will remain in Guinea for 10 months and will provide Orthopaedic, Maxillofacial, Plastic and General Surgery, Obstetric Fistula, Eye and Dental treatment. Over 400 people later queued in the rain for dental screening; the dental treatment will then be provided in Conakry near where the ship is docked. These medical and dental screenings will continue twice a week until May 2013, with the dental team expecting to treat around 11,500 patients in total.

Brush Time...

10/09/2012 09:54:11

Research by Aquafresh has found that 47% of children under the age of 12 have been told that they have dental decay and over 1 million children under the age of 5 have at least two filings. In the study 13% of mums said their child had at least one filing by the age of four and 6% of children have never actually visited a dentist. Nearly a quarter of the mums said that their children only use a toothbrush just once a day, and 12% of mums said they know their children lie about brushing their teeth. Tips for getting your children to brush their teeth include letting them pick their own toothbrush, playing their favourite song during brushing time as most songs last 2-3 minutes, turning it into a competition so that the best brushed teeth get to pick the bedtime story and lastly why not let them brush the teeth of their favourite toy!

Fake Out of Hours...

07/09/2012 14:14:05

A woman who was employed as a dental assistant in a dental practice in Oklahoma City, USA has had an arrest warrant issued after practicing dentistry for several years without a license. The dentist at the surgery could not speak Spanish so relied on the woman to act as a translator for some patients. Her daughter also worked at the practice as a receptionist and together they arranged follow up appointments for patients out of hours. The woman would then pose a dentist and offer patients treatments at a lower price if they paid cash. They predominantly targeted Hispanic illegal immigrants, as they would be less likely to complain if something went wrong. At least one patient has contracted hepatitis C after receiving dental treatment from the dental assistant who allegedly performed fillings, bridges, root canals and dental extractions.

Protecting Patients....

05/09/2012 12:04:46

A fact sheet has been produced by the General Dental Council (GDC) for patients with information about dental professional’s responsibilities to keep their dental insurance up to date. The fact sheet encourages patients to ask if their dentist has indemnity in place since if something goes wrong with their treatment this insurance will allow patients to claim compensation. It also gives information about what to do if something goes wrong, advising them to contact the dental practice in the first instance as they should have a complaints procedure in place and then the GDC should they want to escalate the complaint.

Toothless Incest Outrage...

04/09/2012 10:04:42

A Swiss magazine has caused outrage by claiming in an article that the adult population in Ireland have hardly any teeth as a result of incest. The journalist says she interviewed a man from Ireland, who told her that the Irish government have advised couples to have DNA tests done before marriage to limit dental deformities. Further on the article also claimed that the Irish were only friendly in attempt to check out possible exploitations. The German journalist, who actually lives in Ireland, has understandably not gone down well with the Irish, with Cork Radio station listeners calling her article racist.

Damages Awarded...

03/09/2012 10:10:50

An employment tribunal has awarded £33,000 to seven dental workers who lost their jobs when their practice was closed. The dental practice in Denbighshire had been experiencing financial difficulties and was therefore taken over by another company. The employees were transferred to the new company; with each of them receiving staff handbooks, one month’s wages and in addition arrangements for appraisals. The staff were then dismissed on the 19^th April and the company had tried to deny any responsibility for them. The employment tribunal disagreed and awarded compensation to each of the employees based on their length of service.

Moolah For Aussies...

31/08/2012 10:33:26

The Australian Labor government have pledged to invest $4 billion (AUD) to allow Australians with low incomes access to subsidised dental healthcare. The Gillard government have proposed the investment, to come into effect after the next general election in 2014, would be funded by aborting the current Chronic Disease Dental Scheme. The funding would be $2.7 billion (AUD) for the treatment of children and $1.3 billion (AUD) for the treatment of adults with low income.

Sun, Sea & Insurance!

29/08/2012 10:31:11

The British Dental Health Foundation have conducted a survey on holidaymakers and found that 33% of them have no dental insurance to cover them whilst holidaying abroad. Only 12% knew for certain that dental protection was included in their travel insurance. The remaining 55% were unsure whether their travel insurance included dental care. As well as their own private travel insurance holidaymakers are advised to apply for an European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) which, should they need necessary medical or dental treatment, will allow them to access either free or reduced-cost medical treatment from EU state healthcare providers.

Welsh NHS Dentistry...

28/08/2012 10:33:37

The Welsh Government have published statistics which show that in the last 24 months before 31^st March only 55.7% of the Welsh population were recorded as having received NHS dental treatment. This means that for the last two years nearly half of the people in Wales have not received any NHS dental care. The number of NHS dentists has increased by 0.8%, so on average there are 4.5 dentists per 10,000 people. The statistics also show that from April 20111 to March 2012 the number of dental procedures carried out have also increased by 1.8% compared to the previous year. The cost of dental treatment is scheduled to rise from the 1^st September, with Band 1 treatment to be put up by 40p to £12.40 and Band 2 treatment to increase by £1.20 to £40.20.

Out Of Pocket....

23/08/2012 10:06:09

The NHS’s Health and Social Care Information Centre have this week published the report Dental Earnings and Expenses. The report, which contains figures relating to NHS dentists in England and Wales in 2010/11, shows that dentists are paying more in costs and expenses than three years ago and at the same time they are earning less. In 2009/10 the average taxable income for dentists was £84,900 and their average expenses were £242,900. In 2010/11 their average expenses have risen to £247,100 whilst the average taxable income has dropped to £77,900. Five years ago dentists on average worked 39 hours a week, this has now increased to an average of 42 hours a week, with the increase being attributed to dentists having to spend more time on non-clinical work. Overall the British Dental Association have voiced concerns that whilst the dental industry is dealing with NHS budgets, increased bureaucracy, as well as rising costs of equipment, staff, material and premises there could be a negative impact on patient care.

Online Bachelor....

22/08/2012 10:23:18

Hygienists and Therapists holding either a certificate or diploma will be able to complete a Bachelor of Science Degree in Oral Health from the 1^st September with the O’Hehir University. The university course will be online and aims to develop hygienist and therapist’s knowledge on the prevention of dental disease to enhance their position as Oral Health Specialists.

Painless Franchise...

21/08/2012 11:13:56

Dentist Direct, a national firm which was set up just over a year ago offering dentists Joint Venture Partnership Franchises, have launched their first spa-style practice in Colchester. Waterlase iPlus laser technology has been installed in the practice which allows patients to be treated for many dental procedures without the use of drills or needles. The Waterlase iPlus fuses laser energy with a gentle stream of water and reduces pain for the patient. As well as addressing the fear many patients have of drills and needles Dentist Direct also intends to provide flexible dentistry to their patients by offering weekend, early morning and evening appointments. The franchise model aims to give the dentist the support of a Head Office for finance, compliance i.e. non clinical functions, whilst still allowing the dentist to effectively run their own practice. Dentist Direct’s goal is to aid 100 dentists nationwide to set up their own practices using the Joint Venture Partnership Franchise opportunity.

Top Notch..... !

20/08/2012 09:58:48

A survey of 1,000 consumers by Results International found that 47% of people felt dentists have a good customer service attitude. This is in comparison to other professions such as doctors, which only 27% of consumers voted for, and waiters who received 30% votes. Gym employees, police, hospital staff, council workers, shop assistants and post office staff were all voted for as having overall a poor customer service attitude. Out of all the professions in the survey dentists came out on top for customer service !

Lifesavers...

17/08/2012 11:13:46

A dental practice in Canterbury saved the life of ten-month old baby, Henry, who had been poorly with a virus and had stopped breathing. His parents instantly called 999 for an ambulance but instead of waiting for the emergency services to arrive Henry’s mum ran to the nearby dental practice for help. The dental team grabbed their emergency kit and started administrating CPR and oxygen straight away and within a couple of minutes Henry began breathing again. This story re-iterates the guidance that all dental practices should always have available at least two practice staff members who can fulfill a designated role in an emergency along with the importance of having a well-drilled emergency procedure in place.

Brace Yourself...

16/08/2012 09:36:01

Niall Horan from One Direction tweeted to his fans 'Been to dentist today ! got them tightened up and stuff! he tells me i will be gettin braces off in 6 months...teeth moving fast ! sick,'. The British Dental Health Foundation give the following advice on caring for your teeth and braces during Orthodontic treatment: 1. Clean your teeth carefully every day, including between your teeth where you can. Appliances are delicate and you need to make sure you clean them carefully so that they do not break. 2. Cut down on how often you have sugary foods and drinks. Avoid 'snacking' on foods or drinks containing sugars, and on fizzy drinks. Also, sticky and hard foods may damage the delicate orthodontic appliances. 3. Brush your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste and, if necessary, use a mouthwash. Niall’s braces were fitted in December last year and were very popular with some of his fans; who have tweeted that they would prefer him to keep them !

Poor Grades...

15/08/2012 10:45:21

A study by the Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC has found that poor oral health, dental disease, and tooth pain all have an effect on children’s academic performances. Around 1500 disadvantaged elementary and high school children in the Los Angeles Unified School District took part in the research which looked at their attendance and academic achievements in relation to their oral health. The study found that kids with tooth pain were 4 times more likely to achieve a low grade point average compared to those without tooth pain. Poor oral health also had a significant impact on the number of days missed per year, on average 2.3 days were missed a year due to dental issues for elementary children, and 2.3 days for those in High School. The full details of this study, entitled 'The Impact of Oral Health on the Academic Performance of Disadvantaged Children,' are due to be published in the American Journal of Public Health September 2012 issue.

Direct Access...

14/08/2012 10:36:31

It has been advised that at the next General Dental Council meeting, which is scheduled for the 27^thSeptember, a paper should be presented proposing direct access to Dental Care Professionals. The suggestion to be put forward is that patients would be able have access to Dental Care Professionals, such as Hygienists and Therapists, without a referral by a Dentist. Currently it is the responsibility of Dentists to diagnose patients before making any referrals. Should the GDC approve the proposal, with the possibility of it being implemented by March 2013, then it is likely that the scope of practice by Dental Care Professionals would also have to be reviewed.

Monkey Business...

13/08/2012 15:56:11

A capuchin monkey in the woodlands of a village on the coast of Ecuador was photographed examining the mouth of a friendly canine. It seems the local dogs in this area are very trusting of the wild monkeys, with the dog photographed here appearing to let the monkey do a little grooming.

Mountain Challenge...

09/08/2012 09:54:49

A practice principal from Farnham has climbed Kilimanjaro to raise £5,500 for the charities Bridge2Aid and the Phyliss Tuckwell Hospice in Farnham. The Phyliss Tuckwell Hospice cares for extremely ill adults and their families in the North East Hampshire and West Surrey area. The Bridge2Aid charity arranges for dentists and nurses from the UK to spend two-week periods providing dental care in North West Tanzania, especially in areas where the majority of people have either very little or no access to any dental services. This includes the clinicians spending time in a community development programme for a leprosy care centre and also in a non-profit dental clinic in Mwanza. Have you ever done any charity work that we can share with our members?

Ready, Steady, Go....

08/08/2012 10:06:02

As poor diet continues to be a key factor behind the low level of oral health in the UK the British Dental Health Foundation has declared its support for the recommendation of a single, clear, traffic light colour labelling scheme for the front of food packaging. The British Heart Foundation and the Children's Food Campaign want the Government to add easy-to-understand nutrition labels which are easier to understand with the hope it can be used to teach children about healthy diets. The Foundation backs the proposal with the belief it will have a significant impact on future levels of oral health.

Stem Cells...

06/08/2012 10:19:07

In the United States researchers have found that in large jawbone reconstruction cases it is quicker and more effective to use stem cells to regrow craniofacial tissues rather than using traditional bone regeneration techniques. The research looked at patients who were in need of jawbone reconstruction after tooth removal. It was found that patients who received experimental tissue repair cells required less secondary grafting and had greater bone density than the patients who underwent traditional guided bone regeneration therapy. The benefit of using stem cells is that it uses the patient's own cells to regenerate tissues and it has the potential to be used for large defects such as those resulting from trauma, diseases or birth defects.

Jaws...

02/08/2012 15:48:37

After comparing the micro-structure of human and shark teeth scientists made the discovery that human teeth are just as strong as those of a shark! To analyse the hardness of shark teeth the scientists analysed the size, order and nature of the fluoroapatite crystals of the shortfin mako shark and the tiger shark using an X-ray diffraction technique and scanning electron microscopy. Even though human enamel is softer than shark teeth, which have an interior of elastic dentin and an outer layer of hard enamel toughened by fluoroapatite, due to the structure it was concluded that the overall strength of human teeth was similar to that of the shark. It is hoped the discovery could assist with the design of stronger and longer-lasting dentures.

Convicted Dentist...

01/08/2012 10:22:38

A Dentist has been convicted of fraud after being accused of swindling the NHS out of £1.4m. The court heard that the Dentist was part of a fraud involving 7,000 claims which had been backed up by false paperwork. Over 85,000 paper and electronic documents had to be reviewed to put the case together. Claims for 100 patients who were dead and triple-claims for others had been submitted by the convicted dentist who is scheduled for sentencing in September.

Open All Hours....?

31/07/2012 09:51:54

From the 1^stSeptember six dentists will temporarily provide NHS treatment for patients in an area where two practices were shut following the investigation by the Office of Fair Trading. An MP, said 'Two of my local dentists have been closed as a result of an Office of Fair Trading investigation. Although that is totally understandable and nothing to do with the NHS, will government confirm my constituents will have access to NHS-funded dentistry'. It is suggested measures were being taken to provide access with the practitioners beginning on 1^st September and in addition NHS Kent and Medway had started the tendering processes to commission permanent NHS dental services in the area.

Smiles Better......

23/07/2012 16:41:19

Irish-based Smiles Dental has announced its acquisition of the debt of UK dental practice group James Hull Associates (JHA) and will be taking control in the coming weeks. Smiles Dental will take control of JHA's 70-plus practices across the UK. Smiles Dental was established in Ireland in 2005 where it now operates 17 practices. Last year the company treated over 150,000 patients and is now the largest privately-owned provider of dental care in Ireland, with 75 dentists under contract and more than 100 support staff.

New Appointment......

18/07/2012 08:57:17

Europe's largest dental corporate, Integrated Dental Holdings, has announced the appointment of Paul Pindar as non-executive chairman. Mr Pindar is Chief Executive Officer of Capita, where he has been since 1999. Capita was floated in 1989 with a market value of £8 million and is now a FTSE 100 company with a market capitalisation of approximately £4.3 billion. IDH is the fastest growing dental group in the UK with over 500 practices nationwide and a growing portfolio. IDH provides NHS and private dental services and has more than 2000 dentists working for the organisation. In 2011 IDH was acquired by private equity firms, The Carlyle Group and Palamon Capital Partners.

The Wheels On The Bus..........

16/07/2012 09:33:08

The NHS has commissioned The Tooth Bus - a mobile dental unit that offers anyone who has not seen an NHS dentist in the last two years a free dental appointment. The bus will travel around Hampshire, Berkshire and Oxfordshire and also the Isle of Wight. This is a short term project due to finish in May 2013. Patients do not have to book appointments on the Tooth Bus. As well as providing free check-ups, the bus will educate communities on oral health and recommend patients to local practices. The aim of the project is to rebuild relations between healthcare and the public by encouraging people to seek regular professional dental check-ups.

Spit It Out...... !!

10/07/2012 14:29:34

Spitting is regarded as a shocking habit by most, however the British Dental Health Foundation are encouraging people to 'spit not rinse' after using toothpaste. This will not only help to save water but also improve dental health. The findings of research carried out is designed to encourage people to turn off the tap after they start brushing their teeth with toothpaste and save water. Rather than running the tap during cleaning and using it to rinse the teeth, instead just spit out the water and then use a fluoride mouthwash.

University of Central Lancashire.......

09/07/2012 17:05:45

UCLan is launching a new dental training centre on its Preston campus and dental professionals are invited to visit the opening on 9th August 2012. The UCLan Dental Clinic will officially open in September to provide dental services for students, staff and the wider Lancashire and South Lakes community. It will also provide qualified dentists from UCLan's School of Postgraduate Medical and Dental Education opportunities to gain clinical experience on campus. The clinic is building its referral list and welcomes the opportunity to carry out specialist procedures for dental professionals across the region. The centre will boast four general dental surgeries; an oral surgery suite (two surgeries and recovery room) and a ten-chair training suite.

Growth Plans......

04/07/2012 15:25:17

Bupa has announced a multi-million pound investment to grow the dental side of their business and become one of the largest private dental chains in the UK by 2015. The healthcare group plans to own 50 additional private dental centres to its existing portfolio of 11, increasing Bupa's presence in dentistry. The new centres will provide customers with high quality, affordable dentistry in major UK cities with appointments available outside of traditional office hours.

Raising The Bar.....

02/07/2012 09:00:27

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has revealed that 88% of inspected primary dental care services have raised the bar and are meeting standards. The report included all CQC visits under the new system up to 31st March 2012. Compared to social care sites where 25% of inspections revealed standards were not met, there were no real concerns in dentistry. Dentists were only judged on 4 areas, compared to 16 for nursing homes however. Further information can be found at http://www.cqc.org.uk/node/491260

It's Showtime.........!!!

27/06/2012 13:40:44

The BDTA Dental Showcase will be held at the ExCeL in London this October. With hundreds of exhibitors and over 10000 members expected to attend, dlegates will enjoy exhibits from a wide variety of companies from the UK and overseas, displaying the latest dental products and services. For information about Dental Jobs, new equipment, practice sales and industry news, visit this years exhibition which promises to be a huge success and a date in the dental calendar not to be missed.

Grim & Bare It....

25/06/2012 14:41:59

New research by Oasis Dental Care revealed that 70% of people with poor teeth suggest that it can have an adverse affect on their life. Millions of patients have bad teeth and poor oral hygiene and this risks their mental wellbeing. Over a third of people with bad teeth say they try to hide their smile or even avoid smiling altogether. Self-esteem can be affected and a poor smile makes people less confident in public. Depression was evident in some of the respondants.

The Price Is Right.....

22/06/2012 17:15:25

Patients should be able to search online for NHS dental prices however some dentists are still not displaying charges. In a House of Lords debate on NHS public information and advice, it was suggested the setting up of an online application, with a simple process to follow will allow patients to know what they would pay before they attend.

Health minister Lord Howe advised: 'Many dentists are good at conforming to the terms of their contract, which means making it clear to patients what it will cost them to have a particular course of NHS treatment'

Strike Off......

20/06/2012 11:45:16

A dentist has been struck off for working without indemnity insurance for almost 2 decades. The Glasgow dentist was removed from the GDC register. He said that any claims would have limited value because of the field of dentistry he specialised in, which was mainly cosmetic. The GDC rejected the defence and found that he made a conscious decision not to renew his insurance until January this year. The hearing told the clinician that he had written to the insurance brokers and asked for a no claims discount. This request was declined and he took a conscious decision not to renew his cover.

Bully......

19/06/2012 13:04:40

Dentists must stand up to the bullying tactics of Primary Care Trust dental commissioning staff according to the British Dental Association (BDA). A senior player told delegates at a recent conference he was appalled at suggestions that some PCTs were challenging acceptable treatment patterns in an attempt to claw back money. The PCT's use threats that the practitioners might be referred to the General Dental Council as a stick, to help influence them. They reiterated the responsibility that all dentists have to practise professionally and ethically, warning that the small numbers of practitioners who make inappropriate claims are creating problems for the vast majority of the profession that does the right thing.

Online Bookings......

18/06/2012 12:23:10

A new online appointment booking module has proved a real success with patients as appointments booked using the new system reach the 1,000 mark. The new technology from Software of Excellence has captured the imagination of patients who are now able to make appointments at a time that suits them. The innovation has helped practices make more use of practice reception staff and allow them to focus on customer service. Software of Excellence's appointment booking module differs from other online solutions with its fully integrated recall system. The software can be used to identify existing patients, automatically sending recall messages via email or text, prompting the patient to access a practice-branded online booking facility. The online facility can also be used on the practice's website as a tool to attract new patients who can book an appointment without the restrictions of practice opening hours.

Nous Arrivons En France.....

15/06/2012 11:51:20

A dentist from Dorset is cycling to Paris to raise money for a local charity. £3,500 will be raised for DEBRA - the charity that works on behalf of people with rare genetic conditions. It is a 3-day cycle, covering 100 miles per day with around 450 riders. Have you ever done any charity work that we can share with our members?

Hang Out With Us......

13/06/2012 13:37:00

Have you finished your studies and need somewhere to promote your skills to prospective employers? Are you an experienced dentist looking for a new direction? Or maybe you are a practice principal or recruiter wanting to find quality clinicians fast. If you are any of these, you are barking up the right tree. www.dentaltalenttree.com.

Cut Backs.....

12/06/2012 14:02:32

The current economic problems are bad news for dentistry as many people are looking for ways to save. The British Dental Health Foundation has warned that any cut-backs to spending on oral health is a false economy and will cost more in the long run – physically and financially. The warnings have been prompted by a survey they commissioned, which suggests that over a third of adults (36%) are more likely to delay any dental treatment needed due to cost and over a quarter say they are visiting their dentist less often as a result of the current economic problems. One in five (17%) people say they are spending less on their oral care and over a quarter (27%) are buying cheaper oral care products including toothpaste, mouthwash and toothbrushes.

Hammer Time......

11/06/2012 12:06:11

The General Dental Council (GDC) has reassured dental patients by confirming that proof of medical insurance will soon become a legal condition of being registered to practise as a dentist. The GDC's announcement came as the Dental Law Partnership (DLP), a claimant dental negligence solicitors, stepped up its campaign, calling for a ‘change of attitude' among insurers. The DLP confirmed in a press statement ‘A culture of non-cooperation by dental insurers is a greater long-term risk to patient protection than the current absence of mandatory insurance cover for dentists.

Going Green....

08/06/2012 10:41:13

Denplan held a special Green Action Day last month as part of its commitment to the environment. Green Action Day included lots of ‘green' activities and prizes which included staff wearing green clothes for the day and many avoided using their cars in favour of walking, running and cycling into work. Seeds and plant pots were handed out to all employees who 'did their bit' by turning off their computers.

Coming To America......

01/06/2012 10:48:58

Dentists from County Durham have travelled to the USA to participate in a world-class educational programme to increase their knowledge of complex dental care for the good of their patients. Clinicains from Queensway Dental Clinic in Billingham have now returned from Seattle following their studies at the renowned Kois Centre. This exclusive course is only available in one location worldwide and currently has a year-long waiting list.

Give Me A Break.....

31/05/2012 10:49:51

Progress isn't being made possible for students from lower-socio economic backgrounds. A report by government advises the senior ranks of medicine, law, journalism and politics remained a 'closed shop'. It suggests children from average income and middle class families, let alone lower income ones, were disadvantaged in the race for professional jobs.

The report said in 2002/03 23% of medical and dental undergraduates were from private school and by 2010/11 this pattern had barely changed, with 22% still coming from private school. Access remains dominated by those from more wealthy, often privately educated backgrounds.

Slammed.......

30/05/2012 13:59:58

The recent Office of Fair Trading report - front page news in the Daily Telegraph this week - fails to take a practical view of the complexities and realities of dental care, the British Dental Association (BDA) has contested. Reacting to the media coverage, the BDA's executive board suggests ‘Research by bodies including the regulator of dentistry, the General Dental Council, confirms that the vast majority of patients are happy with the care they receive. The Office of Fair Trading's own research also confirms this to be the case. Where patients do have concerns about their care, it is clearly important that they have an effective complaints process. This is helpful for dentists and patients alike and dentists support the goal of making the process as simple as possible. The fact that the Oft has chosen to ignore what it knows about patient satisfaction and instead focus on a very small number of cases where it believes it has identified problems is disappointing.'

NH YES.............

29/05/2012 17:04:33

The 18-month long inquiry, published today, finds patients are being “deliberately misled” and made to pay up to four times more for basic treatments such as fillings and crowns than they would on the NHS. The Office of Fair Trading, which enforces competition law, warns that in some cases the high cost of going private is discouraging patients from having necessary treatments, putting their health at risk. Lord Howe, the health minister, described the practice as “a very serious matter” and urged the NHS to take positive action against dentists who breach the terms of their contracts by misleading patients. Under NHS regulations, dentists must offer basic treatment on the health service and can only charge extra for cosmetics such as veneers and white fillings.

Love Is In The Air.....

28/05/2012 11:58:03

Half of Britons believe that a person's teeth has a major impact on a person's career or romantic life (yet only half of us visit the dentist regularly). Bupa confirmed that three in five people (63%) believe having bad teeth can prevent someone from finding a partner, half (52%) believe having nice teeth can help someone get a better job and 46% believe having nice teeth can help a person to make more friends. However, only half of the people polled (53%) attend a regular dental examination and one in seven (14%) has not visited a dentist in the last 4 years – with 4% having never visited a dentist at all. Despite the trend for the "Hollywood Smile", a British smile was voted the most popular – with Kate Middleton's natural smile trouncing the competition and being voted the nation's favourite.

Bone of Contention.....

25/05/2012 09:25:13

Periodontists routinely grow bone in the mouth to guarantee a stable environment for teeth and tooth implants. Whether it's better to build up bone before placing the implant, or simply place the implant and allow bone to grow around it, has been a subject of considerable debate. Tel Aviv University's School of Dentistry has completed a study that concludes the 2-step method is the more effective option - building bone first, then implanting and allowing further bone growth. Currently many dental professionals prefer a one-step process, saving their patients from an additional surgical procedure.

Just Add Water......

24/05/2012 09:41:38

An increased intake of calcium may be the answer to addressing widespread dental health problems faced by millions of rural residents in Ethiopia's remote, poverty-stricken Main Rift Valley. 8 million people living in the valley are estimated to be at risk of dental and skeletal fluorosis as a result of their long-term exposure to high levels of naturally occurring fluoride in the region's groundwater. Fluoride is essential for healthy tooth enamel development, but consuming too much of it can damage enamel and bones, particularly in children between the ages of 3 months and 8 years. Mild to moderate fluorosis typically results in permanent discoloring and disfiguration of tooth enamel. Severe fluorosis can cause chronic pain and lead to tooth and bone loss. Most efforts to combat fluorosis in the region have focused primarily on treating drinking water to reduce its fluoride content.

Crime Scene Investigation........

23/05/2012 09:47:23

The Serious Crime Branch of Londonderry Constabulary have requested the help of dental professionals in confirming the death of a woman. The deceased, born in 1979, was last known to be alive on 14 August 1994. There are no confirmed sightings of her or contact by her with anyone since then and police believe she was murdered. If criminal proceedings are brought against any person relating to the deceased, the Police will need to prove that she is dead. Part of the evidence will prove that the lady has neither been seen, registered or been in contact with any organisation, agency or public body. The invesigation would like dentists to check their records for any contact they might have had with the named person and have published her identity in dental journals recently.

"Dirty Old Town...."

22/05/2012 14:00:13

Research has revealed that people from Manchester are sacrificing their health in order to keep up a busy social life. The Sovereign Health Care study revealed that 94 percent of Mancunians would rather spend money on going out than going to the dentist and 75 percent said that they were putting off health care services in order to save money this year. The survey also showed that 33 percent of respondents were willing to postpone appointments rather than going without a night out. Sovereign Health Care, said the neglecting health in the short-term increases the risk of long-term, complex problems, which are much more expensive to treat.

Fruitless Juice.....

21/05/2012 16:42:22

A dentist has recommended parents should stop giving fruit juice to their kids in favour of water and a handful of chocolate buttons ! The dentist, from the Royal College of Surgeons, advises many parents are unware of the erosive qualities of smoothies and juices. Manufacturers are required to publish nutritional content of drinks on the label – but not their levels of acid, according to an investigation conducted by The Sunday Telegraph.

Swede.......

18/05/2012 17:45:41

25% of teenagers in Sweden don't brush their teeth sufficiently and only 10% know how to use toothpaste properly, according to a University of Gothenburg study. Even though the majority of people in Sweden brush their teeth, only 1 in 10 brush in a way that effectively prevents tooth decay. Examinations were carried out on the toothbrushing habits of 2,013 Swedes aged between 15 to 80 years old. The researchers set out to determine how often and how long they brushed their teeth, how much toothpaste is put on the toothbrush, how often fluoride toothpaste is used and how much water is used during and after brushing. The results were alarming.

One In A Million.....

17/05/2012 18:06:47

An additional one million people have gained access to an NHS dentist since May 2010, according to new figures released by the NHS Information Centre today. This follows a funding injection of £28 million and a call for dentists and primary care trusts to work more closely together to improve services for patients locally. In 2010, the government made a commitment to increase the number of people able to see a dentist on the NHS and improve access to NHS dentistry.

Life is a Breach.......

16/05/2012 09:07:06

Suitably detailed records are not being kept by the UK's dental regulator making it ineffective according to a leading dental negligence solicitors. The Dental Law Partnership reported that in the last 5 years they have encountered an increasing number of legal claims in which the dentists have no liability cover or completely failed to co-operate with the claims. 'These dentists deprive patients of the protection of a remedy in law when dental treatment goes wrong. Frequently good solid legal claims involving these risk-creating dentists fail simply because of the lack of liability cover or the dentists' lack of co-operation with the legal process.

Marathon Not A Sprint.....

14/05/2012 10:41:54

A dentist pair have joined runners to raise funds for charity. The husband and wife clinicians from Cardiff, are raising money for Brain Tumour UK by taking part in RelayGB – Britain's first world record attempt for the most non-stop marathons. The challenge sees hundreds of runners covering 3,100 miles in 119 back-to-back marathons in May 2012 - raising £500,000.

Changing The Face Of Dentistry.....

10/05/2012 09:35:40

Raymond Bertolotti's wealth of experience has awarded him with praise from within the dental industry and he has been described by some as the person who has ' changed the face of dentistry'. Globally people have seen his skills as a distinguished speaker, which are on display at this years Dentistry LIVE where he will be lecturing for two seminars as part of the Current Concepts track. His lectures include ‘Think Adhesion, Not Tooth Reduction' focuses on how remaining dentin thickness correlates with a subsequent need for endodontic treatment.

Sales Are Up.......

09/05/2012 10:23:26

The European dental market has shown an increase of 1.2% in the total turnover for all countries covered by a 2011 survey. Sales increased on average by 0.9% while total sales of equipment declined by 2.2%. The Association of Dental Dealers of Europe (ADDE) published the results of a survey specific to the dental trade market. It reveals the major trends over the past five years and the key findings also highlighted that the number of active dentists slightly increased by 0.8% overall, while the number of dental laboratories went down by 1.1% and the number of dental technicians decreased by 0.9%. The total number of dental hygienists grew by 1.14%.

Smashed It.....

08/05/2012 10:01:54

The 2012 British Dental Conference and Exhibition closed with record attendance numbers after more than 5,000 people made their way through the doors of Manchester’s Central Convention Complex.

Whitening Cowboys......

07/05/2012 11:31:29

An MP has warned that government must do more to ensure cosmetic cowboys using potentially harmful tooth whitening procedures are prosecuted. The Department of Health must do more to discourage the illegal practice carried out by anyone other than General Dental Council (GDC) registered dentists or registered dental professionals under the guidance of a registered dentist. It is thought that this is a growing problem and the industry should ensure that prosecutions are brought when there is evidence of it taking place. Such procedures, increasingly carried out by unqualified therapists who charge significantly less than professional dentists, have in some cases been blamed for permanently damaging patients' teeth.

Low On Energy......

03/05/2012 20:09:13

Energy drinks and sports drinks do provide a quick boost but at the cost of your teeth. A new study finds people who drink these types of beverages are "essentially bathing their teeth with acid."

Hollywood Smile......

03/05/2012 09:34:29

Colgate has launched the Colgate MaxWhite Professional whitening system. New Colgate Max White Professional is a take home whitening system that gives your patients visibly whiter teeth in three days. Presented in an easy to use syringe format, it requires just 30 minute application time.

New Colgate MaxWhite Professional contains 6% hydrogen peroxide and is clinically proven to be effective. It has been formulated with the addition of sodium fluoride and potassium nitrate to reduce patient sensitivity. Each kit contains 4 x 3ml syringes and should be stored at room temperature.

May The Force Be With You........

02/05/2012 17:37:53

Frank Holloway, a retired army dentist based in Surrey, has been named of the 126th president of the British Dental Association (BDA). Dr Holloway, the first armed forces dentist to receive this honour since 2003, was presented with his chain of office and made his inaugural speech as BDA President at the opening of the 2012 British Dental Conference and Exhibition at the Manchester Central Convention Complex (GMex). Dr Holloway gained his bachelor of dental surgery degree from Bristol University in 1969 and his licence in dental surgery from the Royal College of Surgeons in the same year. After 5 years in general practice in the UK, he worked for the US army in Bavaria as a civilian dentist. Three years later he joined the British Army, subsequently working in Germany, Texas, Cyprus, the Outer Hebrides and occasionally in England

That's Gonna Hurt In The Morning.....

01/05/2012 09:46:51

A dentist who pulled out her boyfriends teeth after he cheated on her, is facing jail. The 34 year old is due to appear in court after the revenge attack which left her ex-boyfriend toothless. Just days after their relationship ended, the dentist gave her boyfriend a heavy dose of anaesthetic and plucked all his teeth out. She then wrapped his head in bandages to stop him opening his mouth. The dentist, who works in Poland, advised that she tried to remain professional and contain her emotions, but when she saw him lying there she could not forget what he had done to her and plotted her revenge.

Animal Magic......

30/04/2012 11:23:41

An elephant at Belfast Zoo is currently recovering after receiving dental surgery. It was discovered that her tush was broken and was sticking into her gum, causing infection. Elephants have a set of 24 molars that are replaced six times in their lifespan. At the age of 46, the Belfast elephant is on her sixth set of teeth, so she was in desperate need of dental care.

The London dentist who treated the elephant is usually based in his Bond Street dental practice but has performed dental surgery on a range of animals from around the world, including whales and pandas. The dentist confirmed that they had to file off the sharp areas of the elephant's tooth. Her surgery went very smoothly and she is well on her way to recovery.

For Sale......

28/04/2012 10:30:49

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"What's It Like To See A Crowd......?"

27/04/2012 21:06:03

Over 3500 dental professionals descended on Manchester yesterday to visit the 2012 BDA Conference. With many large scale exhibitors including Phillips, Oral B, Integrated Dental Holdings, Colgate, Dental Protection, GSK and the BDA themselves, this presented an opportunity for the industry's professionals, with high numbers of dental students visiting for the first time, to find out more about the latest opportunities and innovations in the dental sector.

It's Good To Talk.....

27/04/2012 07:44:13

A survey carried out by the Dental Complaints Service (DCS) has revealed the way patients view their dental professionals. Staff from the Service, which helps resolve complaints about private treatment, were reminding patients that the first step if a problem arises is to talk to their dental professional. Nearly 500 people took part in a survey over 4 days and of that number there was a fairly even split between NHS (49.8%) and private dental patients (40.8%).

Just under a quarter (23.5%) of the survey's respondents said they have had problems with their dental treatment. DCS staff were encouraged that the vast majority (84%) said they would feel confident talking to their dentist about their treatment.

Come and Meet Us......

26/04/2012 10:25:24

Our Talent Management Consultants are exhibiting on stand A63 at the BDA conference at the Manchester Convention Centre (GMex) from Thursday 26th to Saturday 28th April 2012.

Come and find out how we can help you source talented clinicians for your practices or find that career opportunity you've been looking for.

Unhappy Holidays......!!

25/04/2012 19:30:09

Dentists are reminded to have measures in place to cope with staff absences during the holiday season. UK-wide dental defence organisation MDDUS is advising practices to always have available at least two practice staff members who can fulfil a designated role in an emergency. As the summer approaches, dental nurses will look forward to their annual leave. But the resulting absence of clinical support staff can have a significant impact, particularly in practices which employ a small team. While some dentists might occasionally be tempted to ‘soldier on' on a single-handed basis, most are aware that the provision of dental treatment without assistance is not only impractical – and potentially hazardous – but is also likely to be in breach of GDC guidance.

African Adventure.....

24/04/2012 21:00:57

A dental corporate is flying one of its dentists to Durban in a bid to assess the dental hygiene situation at two schools and an orphanage. Genix Healthcare then plans to provide the necessary tools to enable them to begin a long-term dental care programme.
As a part of its corporate social responsibility agenda, Genix has partnered with Lionsraw, a UK-based movement which harnesses the passion of football fans, taking them to World Cup events and European championships while doing charitable work during their stay.

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23/04/2012 15:21:32

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Tweet tweet.....

23/04/2012 15:13:15

An eco-friendly dental group in the US is organising a Twitter 'ask a green dentist' day. Eco-Dentistry Association is staging a 2012 Earth Day Tweetchat on what it takes to be a thriving, eco-friendly dental practice. Earth Day is a worldwide drive to increase awareness and appreciation of the Earth's natural environment.

The Eco-Dentistry Association will host its first tweetchat for dental industry professionals and consumers worldwide to discuss the essentials of a high-tech, wellness based, and successful green dental practice.

Musical Chairs.....

20/04/2012 17:01:15

A Worcestershire dentist welcomed singing 1970s legends, the Osmonds, to their practice recently. The celebrities visited when wife of lead singer Merrill Osmond developed a tooth problem. The band was playing at the local theatre – Malvern Theatres – when the dental emergency happened. The brothers' Tour Manager contacted Beacon DentalCare where the dentist was called on to treat her. The Osmonds were so pleased their emergency visit had been arranged so quickly they arranged for four free tickets to that night's concert for the Beacon Team !!!

BDA Conference......

19/04/2012 09:21:55

The 2012 BDA Conference & Exhibition is held at the Manchester Convention Centre (GMex) from Thursday 26th to Saturday 28th April 2012. Get further information on the BDA conference website here.

X-Rated......

19/04/2012 09:18:23

People who received frequent dental x-rays in the past have an increased risk of developing the most commonly diagnosed primary brain tumor. That is the finding of a study published in the United States called Cancer, a peer-reviewed journal of the American Cancer Society. Although dental x-rays are necessary in many cases, these findings suggest that moderate use of this form of imaging may be of benefit to some patients. Ionizing radiation is the primary environmental risk factor for developing meningioma, which is the most frequently diagnosed primary brain tumor in the United States. Dental x-rays are the most common artificial source of exposure to ionizing radiation for individuals living in this country.

Dentistry Debt.........

18/04/2012 12:42:08

A report has suggested that students from socio-economic backgrounds are being priced out of choosing dentistry as a career and medical professionals should be more representative of society, government has been warned. Applications from students from lower-socio economic backgrounds made up just one in every six applications for dentistry and medicine posts in the last 12months. A Labour MP advised the 14% figures is a complete contrast to the 30% of students from poorer backgrounds applying for other courses. At present, dental students are graduating with an average £25,545 of debt compared to the average student with £16,614.

The current level is already 128% up from 2000. Debts are set to soar with universities allowed to charge up to £9,000 a year for tuition fees meaning a newly qualified dentist could owe £63,000 and are opting for overseas placements, where salaries are higher, to repay their debts.

Pilot......

17/04/2012 09:25:24

70 practice in England have been piloting working under a full capitation scheme with payments for quality and clinical outcomes. Care and treatment provided by each dentist will then be rated against a Dental Quality and Outcomes Framework (DQOF) and 10% of contract value will be paid based on those results. The DQOF covers clinical effectiveness, patient experience, patient safety. The clinical effectiveness elements will measure the maintenance or improvement in oral health in respect of dental caries – the number of teeth with carious lesions - and periodontal health –basic periodontal examination (BPE) score.

The clinical pathways will be tested within the pilots to see how they work in practice. They will assess whether or not more patients can be seen and how dentists’ working pattern changes. The teams working in the dental pilots will be getting used to a different way of practicing dentistry. Instead of working within courses of treatment with half an eye on units of dental activity (UDA) targets, dentists will use a long-term approach based on predicting disease and then trying to prevent it with the help of dental care professionals.

A requirement of the pilots was that the practice must be computerised. The pilot’s oral-care system is dependent on IT and it is highly likely that practices that want to continue to provide NHS care after a new contract is introduced will need to have an IT clinical system. Investment will be needed and the BDA will be pressing for the Department to help with costs. All of the pilots have an NHS contract of at least £100,000.

Gum Disease.......

16/04/2012 20:11:33

Research has recently revealed that less than half all adults have a proper oral healthcare routine – and that more people need dental treatment. Just 31% of people use mouthwash and only 22% bother to floss, according to the Adult Dental Health Survey. Meanwhile, the latest NHS Dental Statistics for England show that 29.5 million patients saw NHS dentists in the two years ended December 2011 – 1.3 million more than the baseline figure of the April 2006 dental contract. The reports highlight a worrying trend with regard to tooth decay and gum disease.

Plant a Tree Today.....!!

26/09/2011 12:04:55

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Who Are You Looking For...............?

26/09/2011 11:48:56

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26/09/2011 11:45:45

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26/09/2011 11:43:00

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