Month: August 2018

Supportive dental professor awarded Honorary Doctorate by the University of Plymouth

Professor Nairn Wilson CBE, a Past President of the British Dental Association, has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate by the University of Plymouth Peninsula Dental School.

A ‘research giant’ with over 45 years in dentistry, Professor Wilson recently received his award after providing ‘years of invaluable support and advice’ since Peninsula Dental School’s formation in 2006.

An Emeritus Professor of Dentistry at King’s College London, Professor Wilson’s career has seen him develop expertise and international standing in dental education and workforce development, simulation testing of dental biomaterials, evaluation and assessments of restorative systems and operative techniques, and decision-making in Conservative and Operative Dentistry.

His research, often involving national and international collaborations, has attracted more than 80 grants and resulted in more than 280 original papers.

Among his many senior and influential positions, he has been: Editor of the Journal of Dentistry (1973-85); Dean of the Faculty of Dental Surgery of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (1995-98); President of the General Dental Council, UK (1999-2003); Chairman for the Council of Heads and Deans of Dental Schools, UK (2006-08); and President of the British Dental Association (2015-2016). He is presently Chairman of the College of General Dentistry.

Professor Christopher Tredwin, Head of Peninsula Dental School, presented Professor Wilson with his award.

Professor Wilson said: “The award of Doctor of Dentistry (honoris causa) from the University of Plymouth is a huge honour of which I am immensely proud. I will look forward to providing whatever further support and advise I can provide to the Peninsula Dental School, which is I am delighted to see go from strength to strength under the leadership of Professor Tredwin.”

Professor Christopher Tredwin said: “When considering on whom we could confer the University of Plymouth’s first Honorary Doctorate in Dentistry, Nairn was a first-class choice. Not only has he had a long, high-profile and influential career, but he has supported us as a school since we began.

“Having just come out joint top of the National Student Survey for dentistry, we are in no doubt that our students’ positive experience comes from our ongoing work to offer the best learning experience, grounded in research-based methods. Nairn has provided years of invaluable support and advice to help us get to this stage, and we are very grateful for his involvement.”

Carestream Dental shortlisted by mydentist once again

Last year’s winner of the mydentist Supplier/Brand Partner of the Year Award, Carestream Dental is delighted to have been shortlisted once again.

With a comprehensive portfolio of cutting-edge imaging equipment, Carestream Dental is dedicated to helping all its clients make daily life easier in the practice. It combines its solutions with first-class customer service that ensures all the information, advice and support required by individuals on the ground is readily available.

The winners of the Supplier/Brand Partner of the Year Award 2018 will be announced at this year’s mydentist Clinical Conference.

For more information, call  0800 169 9692 or visit www.carestreamdental.co.uk

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The Tooth Wear Course

Are you looking to gain the skills needed for comprehensive diagnosis and effective management of tooth wear?

Don’t miss The Tooth Wear Course this October in Birmingham. The course will be presented by Dr Gurvinder Bhirth from BPI Dental and Dr Andrew Chandrapal from Bourne End Dental, both of whom have extensive experience in the field.

The two-day training will consider predictable ways to diagnose and assess aetiologies of tooth surface loss and provide a step-by-step approach to manage it efficiently. It will also explore predictable methods for finding the centric relation (CR), discuss science-led diagnostic criteria and consider additive direct restoration of worn dentition.

With both theoretical and hands-on modules, the course will cover everything you need to build competence and confidence in managing tooth wear successfully.

The Tooth Wear Course:

Comprehensive Diagnosis and Direct Management

12-13 October 2018, Marriott Hotel, Birmingham

 

To book, please email penny@bourneendental.co.uk or call 01628 327 030.

OHC – Why attend?

The Oral Health Conference and Exhibition (OHC) 2018 is the BSDHT’s flagship event, offering a myriad of benefits for all dental hygienists and dental therapists.

Don’t miss:

  • Up to 12 hours of enhanced CPD
  • World-class speakers
  • Industry updates
  • Networking with like-minded peers
  • The latest products, materials and innovations
  • Share best practice
  • Submit your own research poster for industry-wide recognition

Plus, there will be the perfect opportunity to relax and have fun with colleagues at the dinner and dance on Friday evening.

OHC “The future is yours” – 23-24 November 2018

Telford International Centre

 

For more information, to download the programme or to book, please visit www.bsdht.org.uk/OHC2018

London First Smiles event a success

This year’s First Smiles campaign by the British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy (BSDHT) was a great event, with members up and down the country visiting local schools to provide oral health advice and education.

Annette Matthews and colleagues presented ‘Toothy Tuesday’ at Eldon Primary School in London, where they covered basic techniques and diet. She said:

“I think the key message from this year’s First Smiles event is to ensure that local schools are aware of the facilities and support dental hygienists and dental therapists, and the society can offer when it comes to their students’ oral health. Many professionals are willing to give up their time to help raise awareness of dental hygiene and we need to reach out to schools to let them know.”

For information about the BSDHT: visit www.bsdht.org.uk,

call 01788 575050,email enquiries@bsdht.org.uk

 

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  • Custom reports
  • Dealing with employee queries
  • BACS payments
  • Auto-enrolment pensions
  • Real-time information filing to HMRC
  • P45s, P60s, P11Ds and any other documents required by HMRC

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Have you booked yet?

Don’t miss your chance to book for the ADI Focus Meeting 2018!

Entitled “Innovations in Dental Implantology”, the event boasts an outstanding speaker line-up rom around the world including:

  • Ziv Mazor
  • Karl Ulrich Volz
  • Anas Aloum
  • Costa Nicolopoulos
  • Rana Al-Falaki
  • Howard Gluckman

They will cover a myriad of topics from osseodensification to bone growing implants, immediate loading with permanent restorations, lasers in peri-implantitis management and partial extraction therapies.

Make the most of this opportunity to gain insight into the latest innovations in the profession – book your place at the ADI Focus Meeting 2018 online today.

ADI Focus Meeting 2018 – Saturday 17 November – ICC Birmingham

 

For more information or to book, please visit www.adi.org.uk/events

 

Blackburn dentist apologises after sending ‘aggressive’ letters to patient

An award-winning dentist, Shabirakhter Patel, was suspended for 12 months last year after he was found to have sent letters to concerned patients which were ‘aggressive’ in nature.

Patel, of Magicsmiles Dental Studios in Blackburn, said he was ‘sorry’, and his practice is no longer operating.

The GDC said he has gone on to attend a stress awareness course to guard against repetition of his misconduct, after Patel was found to be under ‘chronic stress’ which contributed to him acting this way. 

The GDC revealed that the letters contained ‘wholly inappropriate comments and charges for very significant amounts of money, that were clearly threatening and inappropriate’.

Follow this link for the full story: http://www.lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/16600986.blackburn-dentist-apologises-after-sending-aggressive-letters-to-patient/

 

Dr Ulrich Volz at ADI Focus Meeting this November

Dr Ulrich Volz will be speaking at the ADI Focus Meeting this November presenting “Bone Growing Implants – Update on the Latest Protocols and Shapes in Ceramic Implants”. He says:

“This topic is particularly relevant for dental implant clinicians right now because ceramic implants have finally been accepted as equal to traditional solutions by the ITI group. Also, due to increasing patient demand for aesthetics, ceramic implants are becoming responsible for an ever growing proportion of the dental implant market.

“I think most dentists lack knowledge and understanding of ceramic implants and their potential benefits. With 18 years’ experience and approximately 20,000 ceramic implants placed personally, I will be able to deliver relevant information on the specific laws of zirconia and the new protocols available.

“I believe the ADI is a very open minded group and the event will therefore bring topics to the table that are helping to improve the daily success of any implantologist.”

Book your place today!

ADI Focus Meeting 2018 – Saturday 17 November – ICC Birmingham

 

For more information or to book for the ADI Focus Meeting 2018, please visit www.adi.org.uk/events

ADI Study Clubs This Autumn / Winter

Finding easy ways to stay up to date with the latest news, products and concepts in dental implantology can be difficult. However, the ADI Study Clubs provide an ideal solution.

Located across the UK and covering a wide range of topics, the events offer a chance to learn and network with peers, without the inconvenience of travelling too far.

ADI Study Clubs available at the end of this year include:

 

  • Complications in Implant Dentistry – A 46 Year Perspective (1972 to 2018)(John Richardson): Newcastle – 12 November

 

  • Implant Complications(Robert Dyas): Wakefield –14 November

 

  • Understanding the Significance of Occlusal Function in the Aetiology of Dental Failures and Failure of our Interventions(Rai Ahlowalia): Birmingham – 14 November

 

  • Immediate Placement and Loading – A 10 Year Journey(Abid Faqir): Motherwell – 22 November: East Grinstead – 29 November

 

  • Preparing the Implant Sites – Is Socket Preservation the Answer? (Nik Pandya): Winchester – 26 November

 

  • Treatment Planning for the Edentulous Maxilla (Andrew Legg): London – 4 December

 

Booking is easy online – registration is free for members but non-members are also welcome. Visit the website to see the full list of Study Clubs and book online today.

For information on the ADI Team Congress and upcoming events, please visit www.adi.org.uk/studyclubs