Pictured above: three-dimensionally printed jaw model A 41-year-old Indian cancer patient has been given a new set of teeth using a three-dimensionally printed jaw model. After undergoing infrastructure maxillectomy surgery (removal of the upper jaw and palate), the patient’s nose and maxillary sinus to the oral cavity was exposed. Following radiotherapy for six weeks he … Continued
Richard Gray looks at what the future may hold for dental professionals dealing with inheritance tax The UK and Ireland differ in their treatment of inheritance tax, but both allow the deceased party’s husband, wife or civil partner to receive the entirety of their estate tax-free. The differences come about when the surviving partner also … Continued
A recent survey revealed that 87% of parents believe oral health is important in the family. Only 13% of respondents did not consider oral health of vital significance. The survey also showed that 52% of parents take their children to the dentist at least once a year, and 35% only occasionally or when there is … Continued
Join Dr Martin Kelleher, consultant in restorative dentistry, for an afternoon of clinical tips and tricks in restorative dentistry on 14 November. The British Dental Association (BDA) Northern Ireland branch will be holding the event in Belfast – with dinner and a cabaret show for afters. Claudette Christie, president of the BDA NI, said: ‘This … Continued
Dr Cliff Ruddle, one of the world’s leading endodontic clinicians, returned to Ireland and the UK on three dates last week for a comprehensive event covering the latest techniques and protocols in root canal treatment. Hosted by Dentsply and in conjuction with FMC, The A-Z of endodontics with Dr Cliff Ruddle gave general dentists and … Continued
Breakthrough data, published by Colgate, has indicated that the use of a toothpaste containing 1.5% arginine, an insoluble calcium compound, and 1,450ppm fluoride provides superior protection against caries, compared to toothpastes containing 1,450ppm fluoride alone. Two two-year caries clinical studies, involving over 12,000 people, concluded that the use of a toothpaste containing 1.5% arginine, an … Continued
Women undergoing periodontal treatment for breast cancer see less benefit from the treatment than ‘healthy’ patients. Researchers stated that periodontal infection and inflammation may be aggravated during chemotherapy and contribute to the systemic inflammatory process. Researchers studied the reactions of 59 women divided into four groups: healthy (16 patients), those with breast cancer without periodontal … Continued
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