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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/2018/06/20/kids-with-siblings-more-scared-of-dentist-than-only-children/">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/2018/06/20/kids-with-siblings-more-scared-of-dentist-than-only-children/">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/2018/06/20/kids-with-siblings-more-scared-of-dentist-than-only-children/">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/2018/06/20/kids-with-siblings-more-scared-of-dentist-than-only-children/">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/2018/06/20/kids-with-siblings-more-scared-of-dentist-than-only-children/">Continued</a>

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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

Dental Care Ireland supports 2018 Trinity DOVE programme

Dental Care Ireland, a new network of nationwide dental practices, is proud to support the 2018 Dental Overseas Voluntary Elective (DOVE) Programme at Trinity College Dublin. The annual initiative, run by the School of Dental Science, will see 22 fourth-year dental students travel overseas this summer to provide voluntary dental care in some of the … Continued

‘Postcode lottery’ in dental prices across the country

A new survey investigating the dental market in Ireland shows the cheapest and most costly counties and towns for dental treatments. In what the Independent.ie is calling a ‘postcode lottery’ over dental costs, the survey shows the average price for dental treatments and consultations across the country. Donegal was the cheapest in the country when … Continued

World’s first dental checklist of bad practice unveils

Dental experts have drawn up a definitive list of scenarios that patients should never face. The checklist – which includes failing to note patients’ allergies and not screening for mouth cancers during check-ups – is the first international agreement of its type in dentistry. The experts say it could be a major step forward in … Continued

Ireland joins spotlight on European Gum Health Day 2018

The Irish Society of Periodontology (ISP) will join the European Federation of Periodontology (EFP) to promote international awareness around European Gum Health Day 2018. Taking place on 12 May, European Gum Health Day 2018 will help raise awareness of the high level of gum diseases among the Irish public. Gingivitis and periodontitis are two chronic, … Continued

Dentists ‘key’ in detecting eating disorders

Dentists could be playing a ‘key role’ in detecting patients with eating disorders, according to research. Researchers from King’s College London found that many eating disorder conditions, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, result in erosion of the tooth enamel. Many patients may be reluctant to visit a doctor, but may still visit … Continued

Multi-million pound price of inaction on kids’ teeth in NI

The British Dental Association (BDA) Northern Ireland (NI) is supporting calls from the NI Assembly for root and branch reform of oral health strategy. New analysis shows extractions of multiple teeth among under-18s could be costing the health service over £9 million a year. Tooth decay is the number one reason for child hospital admissions … Continued