Chewing gum could help turn off incessant ‘earworms’, a study has found. Research found that people who chewed gum after hearing catchy songs were less likely to think about the song and reduced the amount they ‘heard’ the song in their heads by one third. The results also revealed that chewing gum might help reduce … Continued
Athletes should become more aware of the hidden sugars in sports drinks, says the new Irish Dental Association (IDA) president Dr Anne Twomey. Speaking at the IDA annual conference in Cork this month, Dr Twomey noted that while sports enthusiasts are aware of the notion of a healthy diet and the importance of hydration, many … Continued
Dublin orthodontist Dr Michael Ryan has been at the helm of treating 26-year-old Jessica Daly achieve the ‘smile of her dreams with Invisalign’. The Mailonline and Invisalign collaborated in a competition to transform someone’s teeth into the ‘smile of their dreams’. Jessica began her treatment seven months ago after undertaking research into teeth straightening and … Continued
The 2015 Irish Dentistry Awards was more than a night to remember – it was a step forward in the right direction for the Irish dental profession. With big wins, glamorous guests, new categories and primetime viewing on national TV, this year’s awards tipped the scale. But it’s time to take it one step further, … Continued
David Casey looks at the impact of limited resources and education in Ireland for oral health and palliative care on patients There is a special needs area in oral health that is untouched in Ireland today: palliative care. A palliative approach improves the quality of life of patients and their families facing problems associated with … Continued
Jeremy Biggerstaff demonstrates how to push your practice into the digital era Dentists are at the forefront of the digital age, and it’s becoming increasingly more important for dentists to embrace change and nurture a culture that focuses on continuous growth. The rise of digital and online technology, in particular, has experienced a significantly rapid … Continued
Michael Aicken discusses the Irish Dental Council’s statement on non-surgical cosmetic procedures – and whether it has a place in modern dentistry In February, the Irish Independent published a news article on a case report from the Journal of the Irish Dental Association (Kehily et al, 2015) regarding non-surgical cosmetic procedures. The article contained comments … Continued
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