It’s been a busy week for dental news. Missed it? Here’s what’s happened over the past seven days…
Introducing Dentistry’s Saving Grace campaign
At such a crucial time in dentistry, Dentistry is calling for fairer regulation to reduce the number of unnecessary removals from the GDC register.
We have heard numerous stories of dedicated dental professionals being removed from the register due to minor administrative errors – be it forgetting to pay their ARF or being an hour or two short on their continuing professional development (CPD) requirements.
That’s why we are calling for change. Find out more – and sign our petition here to get involved! #SavingGrace
Could marijuana be the answer to relieving dental pain?
Could marijuana be the answer to relieving dental pain? This study suggests a marijuana component could be an effective alternative to opioid painkillers.
Four predictions for the future of AI in orthodontics
Damian Gerikhanov discusses artificial intelligence in orthodontics and why he believes the future of clear aligner treatment planning is both ‘bright and promising’.
One third of drinks sold in coffee shops exceed adult sugar limit
More than one third of sweet food and drink products sold in high street coffee shops exceed an adult’s daily limit of sugar in just one serving.
Sugar tax may have reduced hospital admissions for child tooth extractions, study suggests
The sugar tax may have reduced the amount of child hospital admissions for tooth extractions, according to new research.
Obesity twice as high for children living in most deprived areas
New data shows that obesity prevalence is twice as high for children living in the most deprived areas compared to those in the least.
Dentists urged to be clear when communicating fees to patients
Dental professionals should be clear when communicating dental charges and fees to patients, says the Dental Defence Union (DDU).
Spotlight on mouth cancer in care homes
This year’s Mouth Cancer Action Month is giving attention to the care homes sector – how can dental professionals help?
Dentistry Live
Join Colin Burns as he discusses single dental implant restoration for a case of dental trauma.
Dentistry Webinars
We have two great webinars for you next week:
- Mastering financial success for your practice – our top five tips for principal dentists – Neil Richardson, Mike Blenkharn, Kim Campbell & Graham Hutton – Tuesday 21 November at 7pm
- Dentistry Live: Smile in a Box for single dental implant restoration – Colin Burns – Thursday 23 November at 7pm.
You can also watch all webinars via our On Demand section.
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