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Chris Macey looks at why a sugar tax could be a logical, effective first step to stop dental decay and child obesity It’s a basic rule of economics that when the price of a product goes up, consumption falls. If taxation is used to reduce consumption of sugar-sweetened drinks (SSDs), children in particular will consume … Continued

Maurice Fitzgerald explains what makes good radiography and how to get the perfect image Why is good radiography so important? Dental radiography is an essential part of everything we do in modern dentistry, from assisting in an accurate diagnosis to implementing and delivering the desired patient outcome. Current high-quality dentistry requires high-quality radiography. What do … Continued

Stephen Murray considers the importance of dental regulation in Ireland An article in Irish Dentistry’s Regulation Debate asked ‘does every dental professional have the right to regulation?’ (January 2016) I think a more fundamental question is ‘does every patient have a right to be treated by someone who is regulated?’ – and to me, regulation … Continued

While we wait to see if there will be further changes in current proposals in the Dental Bill draft – or at least some clarification on issues surrounding mandatory regulation and fitness to practise – Irish Dentistry speaks to Alma McNally, a recent graduate from Trinity College Dublin, about the role of orthodontic therapists in … Continued

Joe Ingham looks at expanding your horizons as a dental hygienist in training and competency From the comfort of the front passenger seat, anyone who doesn’t have a driving licence might reasonably observe that driving is a fairly straightforward process. The wheel is turned in the required direction of travel and the feet operate pedals … Continued

As part of the Regulation Debate, Philip McGrath talks to Irish Dentistry about protecting patient safety and the profession A new dental act should ring in new changes; an opportunity to update outdated legislation and secure the future of the profession. Patient safety should remain a primary focus. As readers of Irish Dentistry, it is … Continued

Michael Watson looks at the response to refugees in the dental profession in Northern Ireland Back in December, 10 refugee families were flown from Beirut to Belfast as part of the UK’s ‘vulnerable persons resettlement scheme’. Early this year we also learned of a dentist, named Mahfouz, who had been living in Lisburn for the … Continued