Irish Dentistry explores a new study that has found a link between periodontitis and COVID-19 complications. COVID-19 patients are at least three times more likely to experience complications if they also have gum disease, according to research published in the Journal of Clinical Periodontology (Marouf et al, 2021). The case-control study of more than 500 … Continued
New research has found those with smartphone dependency are more likely to grind their teeth, sleep poorly and suffer from jaw pain. Israeli researchers focused on the fear of missing out, or ‘FOMO’, as manifested by smartphone fixation for fear of missing messages, posts or notifications. They found a direct correlation between device dependency and … Continued
On 10 March 2021, the Dental Council issued guidance for dentists wishing to become vaccinators of the COVID-19 vaccine. Here is the guidance in full. ‘The Dental Council welcomes the signing of regulation SI 81 of 2021 by the Minister for Health which allows dentists to take part in the national COVID-19 vaccination programme as … Continued
The Irish Dentistry Awards announces the latest plans for entering as well as fresh details for the much-loved ceremony. In light of the situation regarding the current COVID-19 pandemic, the decision has been made to postpone the date of the 2021 Irish Dentistry Awards ceremony. Originally planned for 6 March, the ceremony will now take … Continued
We are excited to announce the launch of the 2021 Irish Dentistry Awards! The Irish Dentistry Awards have been celebrating the hard work and achievements of dental professionals across Ireland for nearly a decade. Over this time, they have carved out a reputation for being a high-calibre acknowledgement of the highest standards in dentistry. Judged … Continued
Dark mornings and the return to work in the new year can take its toll on our health and wellbeing. Claire O’Farrell offers her top tips on fighting the January blues Winter – and January especially – can be a challenge for our mental health and wellbeing for many reasons. Dark, long, wintery days can … Continued
Perio Master Clinic 2020 will be coming to Dublin next March. Ahead of the event, organiser Declan Corcoran shares some of the opportunities on offer to attendees The European Federation of Periodontology (EFP) will be bringing its Perio Master Clinic 2020 to Dublin in March next year, and will provide clinicians with an exciting opportunity … Continued
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