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Regulation Debate: the fate of dental hygiene in Ireland

At the Irish Dental Hygienists Association’s (IDHA) Annual Winter Scientific Conference in Dublin last year, the Dental Council updated delegates on key policies proposed in the new Dental Bill in Ireland. Suffice to say, it caused a bit of a stir. The question of independent practice came to attention and consequently, the Department of Health’s … Continued

Finalists for the 2016 Irish Dentistry Awards

It’s time to reveal the finalists for the 2016 Irish Dentistry Awards, and book tickets for the most anticipated Irish dental event of the year. The finalists have been carefully selected by our esteemed judging panel for the fourth year in a row. The winners will be revealed at the ceremony on 29 January 2016. … Continued

2016 Aesthetic Dentistry Awards open to Ireland

Above photo: the 2015 Aesthetic Dentistry Awards winners celebrate their success The UK’s most prestigious dental awards are opening entries to dentists and practices in Ireland. The 2016 Aesthetic Dentistry Awards are judged by an expert independent panel consisting of some of the most renowned names in the dental and facial aesthetics sectors, chaired by … Continued

Identex prize winner receives €100 M&S voucher

Above: Braemar Finance local area manager Joe Biesty (left) presented prize draw winner Dr Martina Petrickova with €100 worth of Marks and Spencer vouchers Identex 2015 took place last month at the City West Hotel near Dublin to the enthusiasm of many dentists and the dental trade. Hosted by both the Irish Dental Trade Association … Continued

IAAGDS AGM in Dublin reaches new heights

Above pic: from left to right – Dr Niall O’Leary, Dr Melissa Lee, Dr Colm Sugrue and Dr Eoin Mullane This year’s Irish Academy of American Graduate Dental Specialists (IAAGDS) Annual Scientific Meeting was met with great success, according to the society’s president and its members. The meeting, held last month at the Conrad Dublin … Continued

Oral health infographic highlights bad habits

Cork practice Dervla Leavy Dental Care has created an infographic to show how poor oral health can have a negative impact on general health. Dervla Leavy of Dervla Leavy Dental Care hopes the graphic will ensure the public are aware of the relationship between oral and general health. The graphic looks at how oral health … Continued

Cork practice creates guide to teeth whitening

County Cork based dental practice Dervla Leavy Dental Care has created an infographic to increase awareness on the correct methods of tooth whitening. The infographic presents facts and stats about tooth whitening as well as causes of discolouration, natural remedies, and how it works. Dervla Leavy from the practice commented: ‘There are many options available … Continued