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Alan Clarke shares how Paste Dental has successfully embraced sustainable dentistry through the latest digital dentistry technology. In the heart of a bustling city, we found a dental practice that’s setting a new standard in sustainable dentistry. We sat down with the founder and lead dentist of Paste Dental in Belfast, Dr Alan Clarke, to … Continued

Jane Renehan explores the infection prevention and control policies and protocols that every dental practice should have in place. The question – Dear Jane… Can you describe what infection prevention and control documentation is essential for a dental practice to have?  In addition, what policies and protocols will an inspector expect to find if they … Continued

Lisa Grogan shares strategies that dental practices can implement to create a positive culture for employees and retain top talent. Over the past few months, I have been carrying out surveys to gain a deeper understanding of the challenges dental professionals face day-to-day. A common theme that presents itself is employees not being engaged in … Continued

Allan Wright explores the history of the cuspidor or spittoon and the advantages of working without one in dental practice. Some people call it a cuspidor, others a spittoon, but whatever term you use, what you have at the side of your patient is a receptacle for spitting in.  Or, as the Oxford Dictionary of … Continued

Siobhan Kelleher explores how practices can create a more cohesive work environment for the dental team by applying Tuckman’s group forming theory and the drama triangle. Working in a dental team can often lead to feelings of isolation among team members. Each member may have their own tasks and responsibilities, resulting in a lack of … Continued

Jane Renehan explores how dental practices can prepare for inspections by the Health and Safety Authority. The question – Dear Jane… The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) recently inspected a colleague’s dental practice. What does a practice need to do to prepare for HSA inspections? For example, what documentation may the HSA inspector look for?  … Continued

Aisling Earley highlights the issues surrounding menopause that may affect patients and the oral manifestations of this natural biological process. In today’s society, women face a lot of prejudice. We spend our entire lives trying to embody an image that is socially acceptable, which leads us down the path of hiding our flaws from the … Continued