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Rowan Thomas reports back from an action-packed Irish Dentistry Show, held at the Royal Dublin Society. On Saturday 9 September, the Royal Dublin Society (RDS) played host to the Irish Dentistry Show 2023. Exhibitors, speakers and delegates gathered to share their knowledge of and passion for Ireland’s dental community. RDS’ Shelbourne Hall was packed with over … Continued

Olivia Hanley looks ahead to the annual Irish Dental Hygienist Association (IDHA) conference and reveals what’s in store for attendees. As the summer comes to an end, the Irish Dental Hygienist’s Association (IDHA) committee is busy putting the final touches to its 2023 annual conference, sponsored by Haleon.  On 17 and 18 November, the IDHA … Continued

Jane Renehan provides the answer to another reader’s question regarding dental amalgam separators. The question – Dear Jane… This query is in relation to dental amalgam separators and the regulations. My local authority contacted me recently requiring that I complete a self-declaration questionnaire and return it along with specific documentation. Can you clarify what steps … Continued

The 3M Excellere London for orthodontics will present the latest advancements, cutting-edge techniques and breakthrough innovations in orthodontics. Tell us about the course The 3M Excellere London for orthodontics will be an electrifying orthodontic event like no other! Join us and get ready to immerse yourself in the latest advancements, cutting-edge techniques and breakthrough innovations … Continued

Jackie Ffrench looks at the experience of a dental laboratory in building a wellbeing strategy that supports its dental technicians and team, especially post-2020. Dental technicians and clinical dental technicians make up some of the 4,000 auxiliary workers accounted for in the dental sector in Ireland, based on the information from the National Oral Health … Continued

Stuart Aherne discusses what the future has in store for dentistry and his upcoming lecture at the Irish Dentistry Show on 9 September. Please tell us about your background. I was born in the UK and lived there until I was five when we moved to Cork. I moved to Wales to gain an undergraduate … Continued

Siobhan Kelleher delves into sleep and its impact on various aspects of human health. Sleep is an essential aspect of human life, playing a crucial role in maintaining overall health and wellbeing. It is one of the pillars of lifestyle medicine, along with nutrition, physical activity, stress management, and social connections.  Adequate sleep is vital … Continued