In this issue: Find out what’s on at this year’s Scottish Dental Show; Career progression with Clyde Munro; Famous faces in dentistry and much more…
Articles from February 2025
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Additional speakers announced!
World-leading experts will present on a range of topics at the Scottish Dental Show 2025, with more names just released.
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Gain up to 10 CPD hours for free
Lectures will be suitable for the whole dental team and delivered by expert speakers.
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Roy Bennett appointed College Trustee
Dr Bennett has more than 35 years’ experience.
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Managers urged to do more to support neurodiverse staff
Report highlights the importance of training and proactive action.
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Leading dental supplies company BF Mulholland has been acquired by Viso Capital
BF Mulholland, a leading supplier of products, equipment and support services for the dental industry in Ireland and the UK…
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GDC announces updates to CPD processes
Regulator would like to go further, but this would require a change to the legislation.
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Dental implants still functional after 40 years, study finds
Dental implants used to replace single teeth continue to function well after several decades, according to a study by the…
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Oral microbiome dictates starch’s effect on cavities
Sugar's effect is well-known but starches could also be a factor.
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A technological present and future
Clyde Munro Dental Group has invested significantly in digital dentistry within its practices across Scotland. The group provides their dentists…
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Clyde Munro continues to support dental therapists
“It can be very daunting for newly qualified dental therapists to go from dental school to the working practice environment.…
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Once in a lifetime opportunity for an aspiring practice owner
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to take your first steps into practice ownership with Clyde Munro, who are set…
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Preventing and managing dental decay in children
New digital resource provides latest clinical guidance.
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Healthcare experts highlight concern over increasing cases of dry mouth
Dry mouth (xerostomia) can significantly impact a patient’s quality of life, leading to discomfort, difficulties in eating, speaking, bad breath,…
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Two-thirds of dental professionals burnt out and exhausted, according to survey
Many say they are working excessive hours to try and meet the demand for NHS appointments.
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Dental potential highlighted at Edinburgh medical practice
Comprises a B-listed, three-storey terrace townhouse and ground floor level of adjoining townhouse.
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Student developed sepsis after failing to get a dental appointment
Dentists in Scotland say the sector is still struggling with the impact of the Covid-19 lockdown.
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Don’t miss Eschmann at the Scottish Dental Show: Stand 22
Eschmann will be attending the Scottish Dental Show this year (20-21 June) at the Braehead Arena in Glasgow, providing an…
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Vikings suffered from severe oral and maxillofacial disease
CT scans show pathological bone growths in the cranium and jawbone.
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Humanlike teeth have been grown in pigs
Toothlike structures represent a step toward bioengineered replacements for dental implants, say researchers.
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Natural food colouring could be used to treat caries and periodontitis
The therapeutic potential of curcumin has been highlighted by researchers.
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Smart glasses help dental students to learn more effectively
Real-time feedback and the ability to ask questions improve learning.
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Military medical and dental centre marks major construction milestone
Around 3,700 armed forces personnel and their families will benefit from the new building.
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Training for those who support homeless people with their oral health
University of Dundee and NHS Education for Scotland train oral health professionals.
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New practice set for Dundee
An application to convert a former GP surgery has been submitted.
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Dental sales market ‘bouyant’
But experts caution the market may fall back in the next quarter.
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Averting disaster
Will the recently announced £3m for additional dental training places have the desired effect?
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From dental nurse to therapist
Highland dental professional Keira Leigh Matheson's journey with Clyde Munro
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From gunfighters to rockers
Many dentists throughout history have led colourful lives
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Combining dentistry with facial aesthetics
A journey in appreciating how facial aesthetics can go hand-in-hand with dental care
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Saliva proteins linked to gum disease progression
Finding may lead to a saliva proteins test kit that periodontitis patients could use at home