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WAC focus: Restoration of upper central incisors

In the case described in this article, the patient – a 28-year-old who happens herself to be a dentist –…

International academic joins dental school

The Peninsula Dental School has appointed Dr Mona Nasser as clinical lecturer in evidence-based dentistry. Previously, Dr Nasser had been…

Will the Easter bunny bring you gum disease?

Brits will eat more than 80 million Easter eggs over the holiday – little realising the link between excessive sugar…

Dental forum has the Smile Factor!

One of the busiest dental websites in the world has opened its doors to an all-new online forum to help…

Specialist Certificate in Health Promotion (Oral Heath) course applications invited

Red Tape Challenge stirs dentists

The British Dental Association (BDA) is calling on the profession to join in the government’s Red Tape Challenge by drawing…

All change at dental corporate

James Hull Associates has announced two new senior appointments as it further strengthens its board. Current CEO, Robin Pugh, will…

Dentist faked own death for £1.85 million

A dentist has been jailed for five years after admitting making £1.85 million of life insurance claims after faking his…

Job interviews – ensure you have a smile for success

During job interviews, you’ll not only be judged by what comes out of your mouth, but also by what’s in…

Help find funny dental-themed place names

The British Dental Health Foundation wants dental and health professionals to go ‘absolutely dental’ during National Smile Month by helping…

Dentists gear up to London Marathon feat

There will be 111 dentists pounding the streets of London this Sunday (17 April). They are just a fraction of…

How does yours brush up?

Brits still have some way to go to improve their brushing habits, a new survey has revealed. Almost half the…

Looking for oral hygiene products?

For dental practices, the importance of oral hygiene extends far beyond simply advising patients on its short-term and long-term benefits.…

Dental boss wins some – and loses one

Having ridden his way to success twice in 2011 and come a close second in the Grand National, Sam Waley-Cohen,…

MRSA discovered on dental braces

A recent study has revealed some of the bacteria found on orthodontic retainers, worn after orthodontic treatment is completed, can…

Superbug found on dental braces

A recent study has revealed some of the bacteria found on orthodontic retainers, worn after orthodontic treatment is completed, can…

MRSA found on dental braces

Braces for nine months – and it’s baby pink!

I am now nine months into having my braces and coincidentally have gone for baby pink! They’ve been tightened, replaced…

Dental Protection expands its ‘horizons’