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Limited spaces remaining on Northern Ireland dental course

In response to demand, Biohorizons is delighted to announce that a few more spaces have been made available on the ‘Advanced Block Grafting’ course, to be held in Belfast on 14 September. It will be presented by Mr Pynadath George, an experienced and well-respected dentist who has a practice limited to advanced restorative dentistry and dental implants. Worth … Continued

Schools in Ireland called to offer sugar-free treats

Schools in Ireland are being urged to provide sugar-free and healthy alternatives. Dr Evelyn Crowley, a dental surgeon in Cork, said that using food as a reward at school and other settings can teach children to eat when they are not hungry, which is a habit that can last a lifetime and has a negative … Continued

Totally tropical: an interview with Elijah Desmond

Dental hygienist Siobhan Kelleher speaks to Elijah Desmond about combining motivation, dental education and cruising… Tell us a bit about yourself My name is Elijah Desmond, and I am a dental hygienist, motivational speaker, serial entrepreneur, author and proud father of two. I graduated in the United States from Ohio State University in 2009. Since … Continued

BF Mulholland wins Portman Dental Group contract

BF Mulholland, a full service dental dealer, has been awarded the contract for all of Portman Dental Group’s equipment supply, maintenance and repair across its growing practice footprint in Ireland.  The estimated seven-figure contract will see BF Mulholland support Portman Dental Group’s existing 12 practices in Northern Ireland as well as those it plans to … Continued

Majority of Irish people think good teeth will improve life

Most people in Ireland believe that improving their teeth would improve their careers and relationships, according to a new survey. The survey – conducted last month by The James Clinic, a leading Irish dental chain – revealed that the majority of respondents (53.8%) agreed that good teeth and a great smile were important to them … Continued

Professor Robert Winston to open British Orthodontic Conference

  Professor Robert Winston is set to open, and speak at, this year’s British Orthodontic Conference (BOC) in Glasgow. The conference, which takes place between 19-21 September at the SEC, has ‘Looking ahead’ as its theme. Lord Winston is professor of science and society and emeritus professor of fertility studies at Imperial College London. He … Continued

Loss of trained dentists in Ireland impacting waiting lists

Concerns have been raised over Ireland losing dentists it has trained to other countries through a lack of dental specialist training in the country. The Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland warned that this is impacting on resources and resulting in long waiting lists for treatment. Fine Gael’s Kate O’Connell has voiced concern at the … Continued