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Belfast homeless present oral health challenge

An assessment of the oral health needs of the single homeless population of north and west Belfast has identified significant problems among the patient group. The research, carried out in response to the British Dental Association’s 2004 report Dental Care for Homeless People, discovered that 92% of those examined had obvious signs of gum disease. … <a href="https://irishdentistry.ie/2008/02/07/health-minister-scores-own-goal/">Continued</a>

High calibre candidates seek education elsewhere

According to a report issued this summer by the Higher Education Authority, every year Irish students travel to the United Kingdom to take up places on courses in higher education institutions. Students apply through the Universities and Colleges Application System (UCAS), a similar system to the CAO. Some high-points courses in Irish universities, including dentistry, … <a href="https://irishdentistry.ie/2008/02/07/health-minister-scores-own-goal/">Continued</a>

Fluoride level tests in the pipeline for Ireland

Following a recommendation by the Irish Expert Body on Fluorides and Health, a country-wide study to check fluoride levels is being planned. Fluoride levels in tap water were reduced on 1 July this year, from 0.8 to 1.0 ppm to between 0.6 and 0.8 ppm, with a target value of 0.7 ppm. Legislation to amend … <a href="https://irishdentistry.ie/2008/02/07/health-minister-scores-own-goal/">Continued</a>

Minister lines up bespoke contract for NHS dentists

On 2 July Health Minister Michael McGimpsey revealed that negotiations had already started between the Department of Health and the general dental practice committee of the British Dental Association to secure a bespoke dental contract for Northern Ireland, thereby enabling the recommendations of the primary dental care strategy to be implemented. The custom-made contract is … <a href="https://irishdentistry.ie/2008/02/07/health-minister-scores-own-goal/">Continued</a>

New Dean for dental school at Queen’s

Paddy Johnston, a professor of oncology who is currently director of the world-renowned Centre for Cancer Research and Cell Biology at Queen’s, is to become Dean of Queen’s School of Medicine and Dentistry in September. His mission will be to transform medical education and research in Northern Ireland, bringing together world-class strengths in medicine, dentistry … <a href="https://irishdentistry.ie/2008/02/07/health-minister-scores-own-goal/">Continued</a>

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Health Minister scores own goal

Health Minister Mary Harney is set to visit the Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health as part of a week-long a fact-finding trip in the US. However, the Minister has been widely condemned for taking time out to watch the Super Bowl game between the New York Giants and New England Patriots on Sunday … Continued

Pot smoking link to gum disease

Young pot-smokers risk gum disease and tooth loss by the age of 32 or younger, a new study reveals. Regularly smoking cannabis as a young adult can lead to early periodontal disease – independent of tobacco use – according to New Zealand researchers. The research found that smoking cannabis more than 41 times a year … Continued

Primary care centre to be built in Adamstown

As the development of Adamstown continues, it has been reported that the Health Service Executive (HSE) is planning a new primary care centre that will provide a range of services including dentistry. A non-HSE health provider will also be based at the centre to provide orthodontic and diagnostic services.The centre will be part of Adamstown … Continued

Poor diet to blame for high levels of dental decay in Northern Ireland

Ulster has the worst rate of dental decay in Ireland and the UK, despite having the highest number of dentists. Donncha O’Carolan, acting chief dental officer for Northern Ireland, says the problem will only be overcome when people improve their diets and regularly brush their teeth with fluoride toothpaste. However, he believes the problem of … Continued

New regulations on dental radiography

Dental hygienists and dental nurses can take dental radiographs under new regulations. Under the provisions of SI 303 of 2007, dental hygienists and dental nurses who are registered with the Dental Council and who have completed a Council-approved course in radiation protection and technique may take radiographs in the practice of dentistry under the supervision … Continued

Anti-smoking campaign targets young women

Young female smokers are the primary focus of a major new public information campaign launched by the Health Promotion Agency for Northern Ireland (HPA). The new campaign has been developed to raise awareness of the dangerous chemicals in cigarettes and the cumulative damage that every cigarette causes. The campaign also highlights the lesser-known long-term health … Continued

Infant tooth decay sparks warning

Dentists are warning parents about giving children soft drinks or fruit juices in their baby bottles over fears about infants needing dental surgery. The warning was prompted after a report found that nearly half of infants under five years in some parts of Ireland have decayed teeth. The Irish Dental Association (IDA) said it is … Continued