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Northern Irish orthodontist inaugurated as BDA president

Roz McMullan has been installed as the British Dental Association (BDA) president. In addition to being a leading figure in a ground-breaking scheme to support dentists’ mental wellbeing in Northern Ireland, Dr McMullan has been a force behind the BDA’s presence in the country, and former chair of both NI and UK councils. She retired … Continued

Bacterial contamination found in e-cigarettes

The safety of e-cigarettes has come under further scrutiny after a Harvard study found traces of bacteria and fungi contaminants in a number of popular brands. The study, which examined 75 popular products, found that 27% contained traces of endotoxin, a microbial agent found on gram-negative bacteria, and that 81% contained traces of glucan, which … Continued

Dentists can help spot heart disease

Dentists could play a key role in detecting major systemic health conditions, a UK professional body has said. The Faculty of Dental Surgery (FDS) has made the suggestion following publication of its position statement on oral health and general health. The statement highlights the links between oral health and general health, including conditions such as … Continued

Dental Innovations Digital Showcases coming to Ireland

From 25 to 27 June 2019, Henry Schein Ireland will host three one-day Dental Innovations Digital Showcases in Athlone, Drogheda, and Limerick. The event will feature cutting-edge digital technologies from leading manufacturers, displaying a varied range of innovative digital equipment from Dentsply Sirona, Acteon, and 3shape. In addition, one-to-one demonstrations, along with topical presentations will be … Continued

Dental Care Ireland supports 2019 Trinity DOVE programme

  Dental Care Ireland, an Irish-owned network of local dental practices nationwide, is proudly supporting the 2019 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 … Continued

Cork university continues expansion

University College Cork (UCC) has acquired a multi-million city centre plot to house its continuing expansion. The new site, located at the former Brooks Haughton Builders Providers between Copley Street and South Terrace, will house UCCs new business school. The deal, worth €17.25m was signed last month with Dairygold, owner of the site. The university … Continued

Disney bans smoking in its theme parks

Disney has banned smoking at Walt Disney World, Disney Land and water parks, it has been announced. ‘The removal of smoking areas is intended to provide a more enjoyable experience for everyone who visits,’ Disney says. The ban, which came into effect on 1 May and is being enforced by Disney employees, means that those … Continued