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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/2014/11/28/irish-medical-cards-undergo-major-revamp/">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/2014/11/28/irish-medical-cards-undergo-major-revamp/">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/2014/11/28/irish-medical-cards-undergo-major-revamp/">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/2014/11/28/irish-medical-cards-undergo-major-revamp/">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/2014/11/28/irish-medical-cards-undergo-major-revamp/">Continued</a>

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Irish medical cards undergo ‘major revamp’

The HSE is undertaking ‘a major revamp of the system’ under which medical cards are granted and processed. Health minister Leo Varadkar and minister of state Kathleen Lynch announced the update following recent controversy surrounding the cutting back of discretionary medical cards, according to Irishhealth.com. Ten actions will be undertaken by the HSE to improve … Continued

Dublin event offers dental team double CPD hours

Internationally acclaimed author and presenter Dr Subir Banerji will arrive in Dublin on 7 February 2015 for a one-day CPD event. Double CPD points will be awarded to participants for every hour of practical on the day. Dr Banerji will present a guide to direct and indirect restorations in the aesthetic zone, and will provide … Continued

IDHA talks fluoride and domiciliary care at yearly conference

Above picture: Main sponsors Swordfish Medical founders with IDHA president Louise Flemming (second left) and Professor Kirsten Warrer (third left) The Irish Dental Hygienists Association (IDHA) addressed vital issues at its 2014 Annual Winter Scientific Conference on Saturday 1 November in Maynooth. Water fluoridation in Ireland, medical emergencies in the dental surgery and domiciliary dental … Continued

FDI launches global oral health campaign for 2015

The FDI World Dental Federation has launched the World Oral Health Day 2015 (WOHD) ‘Smile for life’ campaign to remind people everywhere about the importance of looking after their teeth and gums. The WOHD 2015 ‘Smile for life’ is supplemented by the call to action ‘It’s time to…’, which campaigners can adapt to their local … Continued

Meet the 2015 Irish Dentistry Award finalists

The finalists for the 2015 Irish Dentistry Awards have now been unveiled, and tickets to the awards ceremony in January 2015 are now on sale! Irish Dentistry is delighted to reveal the finalists below. See if you or your practice has made the list, and start getting excited for the nation’s biggest party in the … Continued

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Elderly need better dental care in Ireland

Ireland needs more accessible dental services for the elderly, says Dr Grace Kelly, specialist in special care dentistry. Speaking at the Irish Dental Hygienists Association (IDHA) Annual Winter Conference last weekend, Dr Kelly argued that domiciliary dental care for the elderly is ‘an area that needs good regulation’ as services in Ireland are currently limited. … Continued

Ignoring fluoride evidence is ‘big health risk’

Ignoring the evidence that shows the damage non-fluoridated water can do to teeth is a ‘big health risk’, says Dr John Walsh, dean of Faculty of Dentistry, Royal College of Surgeons Ireland (RCSI). Speaking at the opening of an international scientific meeting hosted by RCSI this week, Current controversies in dental practice, Dr Walsh warned: … Continued