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New dental degree in Ireland receives regulatory support

Plans to launch a new Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree in Ireland have progressed, with the course having received the necessary regulatory support to begin in 2025. The Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) University of Medicine and Health Sciences has received regulatory support from the Dental Council to launch a new Bachelor of … Continued

Ireland’s Dental Bill: where are we now?

Irish Dentistry’s Managing Editor Carlotta Eden looks at progress made on the new Dental Bill this year – and how far we have left to go. Since the beginning of the year, Irish Dentistry has been investigating progress behind the new Dental Bill, undertaking our own independent research as to when and how the new … Continued

Why dental registration matters

Stephen Murray considers the importance of dental regulation in Ireland An article in Irish Dentistry’s Regulation Debate asked ‘does every dental professional have the right to regulation?’ (January 2016) I think a more fundamental question is ‘does every patient have a right to be treated by someone who is regulated?’ – and to me, regulation … Continued

Training and competency in dental hygiene

Joe Ingham looks at expanding your horizons as a dental hygienist in training and competency From the comfort of the front passenger seat, anyone who doesn’t have a driving licence might reasonably observe that driving is a fairly straightforward process. The wheel is turned in the required direction of travel and the feet operate pedals … Continued

Regulation debate: the clinical dental technicians

As part of the Regulation Debate, Philip McGrath talks to Irish Dentistry about protecting patient safety and the profession A new dental act should ring in new changes; an opportunity to update outdated legislation and secure the future of the profession. Patient safety should remain a primary focus. As readers of Irish Dentistry, it is … Continued

Regulation Debate: hope for registration changes

Whether you are a dentist, hygienist, nurse or technician, registration matters. It’s the lifeline to which you hang your professional standing on, and a way for patients to recognise your qualifications and dedication to care. Recently, the issue of registration in the Irish dental profession has been opened up for debate, as proposals for the … Continued