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Entering awards can be tough, but that’s a given. You’re putting yourself, your team and your practice under the micoscope, hoping that your peers will recognise the hard work you’ve put in the last year – and in your career – and deem you worthy of a national award. That’s a lot of pressure – … Continued

In a new feature for Irish Dentistry, Siobhan Kelleher interviews members of the dental profession for insights and opinions into the world of dentistry. Here, Bridget O’Connor discusses the advantages of myofunctional therapy How did you get involved with myofunctional therapy? I learnt about myofunctional therapy in 2010, when my husband Tony and I became … Continued

Denis Daly explains how the Irish Dental Benevolent Society is there for you and your family when the need arises The Irish Dental Benevolent Society (IDBS) provides financial assistance for dentists and/or their families when the need arises. The IDBS was set up in 1949 by Dr John Daunt and a group of other dentists … Continued

In a new feature for Irish Dentistry, Siobhan Kelleher interviews members of the dental profession for insights and opinions into the world of dentistry. Here, Siobhan talks to Emily Clarke about periodontal assessments and referral trends in dentistry Siobhan: What led you to become a periodontist? Emily: I’ve always had an interest in the surgical … 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

Irish Dentistry chats to Ace Braces Orthodontics owner Kevin O’Regan about the team’s big win this year, taking home five awards at the 2015 Irish Dentistry Awards Why did you decide to enter the awards? It is easy to be complacent and while it can be a challenge, it is more important to say ‘we … Continued