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Endodontic therapy and the elderly patient

Mark Allen explores the current state of play for treating older adults with root canal treatment, including the considerations, risk factors and benefits. The challenge that the UK’s ageing population will present to health and social care provision is a pertinent topic. In 1948, when the NHS was founded, just over half of the population … Continued

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We are asking Irish Dentistry readers to take this survey to be in with a chance of winning €50 worth of Amazon vouchers. FMC is a specialist provider of dental information. We produce a variety of market-leading magazines, websites, events, conferences, webinars, and awards ceremonies. As a result, we want to make sure we are … Continued

Government responds to concerns over pay for dentists in Northern Ireland

The Minister of Health for Northern Ireland has responded to the profession after it voiced disappointment over pay decisions.  Robin Swann has written to the British Dental Association NI (BDA) after it slammed the government for failing to introduce a proposed rate for additional hours. In November, the government passed a temporary regional rate for additional … Continued

‘Dysfunctional and convoluted’ – profession slams government approach to pay

The dental profession has criticised the government for its ‘despicable’ treatment after failing to introduce a proposed rate for additional hours. The British Dental Association (BDA) has written to Mr Robin Swann, the minister of health for Northern Ireland, slamming the government for its treatment of CDS. Last month, the government passed a temporary regional rate … Continued

Mouth cancer referrals fallen by more than one third in Northern Ireland

Mouth cancer referrals in Northern Ireland have fallen by more than one third since the start of the pandemic.  Oral Health Foundation data reveals that oral cancer referrals have reduced by 36% since COVID-19 hit Northern Ireland. The figure stands at 33% for the whole of the UK. As a result, the charity is calling for quick action surrounding … Continued

Colgate toothpaste kills 99.9% of coronavirus, tests show

New laboratory studies carried out by Colgate reveal toothpastes and mouthwashes can help to inactivate coronavirus. The new research shows that toothpastes containing zinc or stannous inactivate the virus that causes COVID-19. Similarly, the same applies to mouthwash formulas containing cetylpyridinium chloride (CPC). The lab studies show that Colgate Total and Meridol toothpaste neutralised 99.9% … Continued