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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/2018/09/07/go-app-helps-patients-dental-phobias/">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/2018/09/07/go-app-helps-patients-dental-phobias/">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/2018/09/07/go-app-helps-patients-dental-phobias/">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/2018/09/07/go-app-helps-patients-dental-phobias/">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/2018/09/07/go-app-helps-patients-dental-phobias/">Continued</a>

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‘On-the-go’ app helps patients with dental phobias

A new app – Dental Republik – provides dental phobic patients with on-the-go access to tailored answers from professional dentists. Available on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store, Dental Republik connects patients with qualified dentists to resolve their dental queries. Patients are able to use a variety of pre-loaded questions or ask their own, as well as upload supporting materials … Continued

ADA predicts more dentists by 2037

The number of full-time dentists in the US is set to rise through 2037, according to a report. The estimates come from an American Dental Association (ADA) Health Policy Institute (HPI) brief. Although the numbers are related to the USA, it could reflect changes to come in the future across the world and how this … Continued

Dental Protection to host inaugural conference in Dublin

Dental Protection is hosting its inaugural dental conference ‘Safer practice, better care’ on Saturday 29 September at the Convention Centre Dublin. Dr Martin Foster, head of dental services (Ireland) at Dental Protection, will introduce the conference, followed by two keynote addresses from Simon Kayll, chief executive of Medical Protection Society and Dr Raj Rattan, dental … Continued

Extended deadline for 2019 Irish Dentistry Awards

The deadline for the 2019 Irish Dentistry Awards has been extended to 10 December 2018. The Irish Dentistry Awards recognises excellence in Irish dentistry, and celebrates the hard work, dedication and talent of dental professionals across Ireland. There are 14 categories to enter in the 2019 Irish Dentistry Awards, from Best Employer, Best Child Friendly … Continued

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Periodontitis and type II diabetes link stronger in men

A stronger link between periodontitis and type II diabetes has been found in men. Those with diabetes are three times more likely to develop periodontitis than those without the disease – but research said the link ‘was not present in women’. Researchers noted that this was due to women generally having healthier oral hygiene behaviours … Continued

Ueli Grunder to headline IAAD’s Dublin meeting

World-renowned speaker Dr Ueli Grunder will headline the Irish Academy of Aesthetic Dentistry’s (IAAD) Scientific Meeting 2018 on 28 September. Taking place at the Marker Hotel in Dublin, Dr Grunder will look at how to achieve optimal aesthetics in implant dentistry, and offer a step-by-step treatment strategy. A world-leading expert in aesthetic and implant dentistry, … Continued

Kids with siblings more scared of dentist than children without

Kids with brothers and sisters fear the dentist more than children without siblings. Researchers examined how parenting styles and family structures affected children’s dental attitudes and behaviour. ‘Preventing and intercepting dental fear and anxiety during childhood are considered as critical approaches for improving people’s oral health and dental experience,’ wrote the authors, led by Lingli … Continued