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Educational events to help dentists with digital dentistry

Align Technology has announced it will be hosting free educational evenings across Ireland and Northern Ireland that will focus on Itero intraoral scanners and services. The events are being held in addition to a series of upcoming educational events focused on the Invisalign clear aligner system. They offer an opportunity for dental professionals to learn … Continued

Video highlights dangers of illegal tooth whitening

A video has been created to highlight the dangers of illegal tooth whitening products and services. Produced by the Department for the Economy Trading Standards Service for Northern Ireland and the Environmental Health Departments of the 11 local councils and supported by the British Dental Association, the video highlights the risks some tooth whitening products … Continued

Limited spaces remaining on Northern Ireland dental course

In response to demand, Biohorizons is delighted to announce that a few more spaces have been made available on the ‘Advanced Block Grafting’ course, to be held in Belfast on 14 September. It will be presented by Mr Pynadath George, an experienced and well-respected dentist who has a practice limited to advanced restorative dentistry and dental implants. Worth … Continued

Schools in Ireland called to offer sugar-free treats

Schools in Ireland are being urged to provide sugar-free and healthy alternatives. Dr Evelyn Crowley, a dental surgeon in Cork, said that using food as a reward at school and other settings can teach children to eat when they are not hungry, which is a habit that can last a lifetime and has a negative … Continued

Totally tropical: an interview with Elijah Desmond

Dental hygienist Siobhan Kelleher speaks to Elijah Desmond about combining motivation, dental education and cruising… Tell us a bit about yourself My name is Elijah Desmond, and I am a dental hygienist, motivational speaker, serial entrepreneur, author and proud father of two. I graduated in the United States from Ohio State University in 2009. Since … Continued

BF Mulholland wins Portman Dental Group contract

BF Mulholland, a full service dental dealer, has been awarded the contract for all of Portman Dental Group’s equipment supply, maintenance and repair across its growing practice footprint in Ireland.  The estimated seven-figure contract will see BF Mulholland support Portman Dental Group’s existing 12 practices in Northern Ireland as well as those it plans to … Continued

Majority of Irish people think good teeth will improve life

Most people in Ireland believe that improving their teeth would improve their careers and relationships, according to a new survey. The survey – conducted last month by The James Clinic, a leading Irish dental chain – revealed that the majority of respondents (53.8%) agreed that good teeth and a great smile were important to them … Continued