News

2010 campaign unveiled

The theme is announced for this year’s Colgate oral health month.

Ticking boxes

Control by PCTs is set to stay, predicts Nilesh Patel.

Electronic communications

Keep your data safe, says Nigel Knott.

Practice made perfect

Paul Kenny shares his experience of going paperless.

Business insurance for dentists

The Post Office has launched a specialist business insurance, which has been tailored for the UK’s dentist surgeries.

Sporting heroes

England’s underwhelming World Cup performance may have dashed many dreams, but Denplan still has good reason to celebrate after its sporting success at this year’s Corporate Games.

Working together

Practice management software company Software of Excellence have pledged to continue their work with the health department in spite of uncertainty surrounding the specific direction of dental policy...

Charity dental symposium

The charity Lakeland Dental Symposium took place recently at the Lough Erne Golf Resort, Co Fermanagh.

Hospital sugar ban

Hospitals will see a ban on sugar in tea and coffee due to possible health risks, health officials have revealed.

Free CPD Showcase

There are a range of ways in which delegates can obtain CPD for FREE at this year’s BDTA Dental Showcase.

Missing teeth

New research reveals British adults have a staggering 109.7m missing teeth, the equivalent of just over two per person.

Dental nurse training

Dental nurses can now get all their training in one place thanks to new courses provided by the SCA Quinn Centre in Southampton.

iPhone App

NHS Bristol has unveiled its new innovative iPhone application, a free NHS service provider and Bristol’s essential health directory.

Implantology course

One of the most hands-on implantology courses available in the UK provides a comprehensive introduction for general dental practitioners who wish to incorporate the treatment into their practices.

Anaesthetic prescribing changes

The General Dental Council is highlighting changes in the law concerning the prescription of local anaesthetics.