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Belfast homeless present oral health challenge

An assessment of the oral health needs of the single homeless population of north and west Belfast has identified significant problems among the patient group. The research, carried out in response to the British Dental Association’s 2004 report Dental Care for Homeless People, discovered that 92% of those examined had obvious signs of gum disease. … <a href="https://irishdentistry.fmc-stage.thinkdemo.co.uk/2009/11/23/ni-dental-study-focuses-on-prevention/">Continued</a>

High calibre candidates seek education elsewhere

According to a report issued this summer by the Higher Education Authority, every year Irish students travel to the United Kingdom to take up places on courses in higher education institutions. Students apply through the Universities and Colleges Application System (UCAS), a similar system to the CAO. Some high-points courses in Irish universities, including dentistry, … <a href="https://irishdentistry.fmc-stage.thinkdemo.co.uk/2009/11/23/ni-dental-study-focuses-on-prevention/">Continued</a>

Fluoride level tests in the pipeline for Ireland

Following a recommendation by the Irish Expert Body on Fluorides and Health, a country-wide study to check fluoride levels is being planned. Fluoride levels in tap water were reduced on 1 July this year, from 0.8 to 1.0 ppm to between 0.6 and 0.8 ppm, with a target value of 0.7 ppm. Legislation to amend … <a href="https://irishdentistry.fmc-stage.thinkdemo.co.uk/2009/11/23/ni-dental-study-focuses-on-prevention/">Continued</a>

Minister lines up bespoke contract for NHS dentists

On 2 July Health Minister Michael McGimpsey revealed that negotiations had already started between the Department of Health and the general dental practice committee of the British Dental Association to secure a bespoke dental contract for Northern Ireland, thereby enabling the recommendations of the primary dental care strategy to be implemented. The custom-made contract is … <a href="https://irishdentistry.fmc-stage.thinkdemo.co.uk/2009/11/23/ni-dental-study-focuses-on-prevention/">Continued</a>

New Dean for dental school at Queen’s

Paddy Johnston, a professor of oncology who is currently director of the world-renowned Centre for Cancer Research and Cell Biology at Queen’s, is to become Dean of Queen’s School of Medicine and Dentistry in September. His mission will be to transform medical education and research in Northern Ireland, bringing together world-class strengths in medicine, dentistry … <a href="https://irishdentistry.fmc-stage.thinkdemo.co.uk/2009/11/23/ni-dental-study-focuses-on-prevention/">Continued</a>

Latest News

NI dental study focuses on prevention

New trial aims to reduce tooth decay in the under fives

Dentists to sit out strike action

Irish Dental Association members will be working as normal during the forthcoming day of industrial action

Poor dental health can affect brain, say experts

Researchers have discovered that gum disease can affect the brain in elderly patients. This can happen by causing inflammation throughout the body, a risk factor for loss of mental function. The study, based on adults aged 60 and older found those with the highest levels of the gum disease-causing pathogen Porphyromonas gingivalis were three times … Continued

The Irish Dental Association

Education bonds with adhesive dentistry

UCC curriculum changes to reflect modern dental techniques

Dental health trends explored

Book focuses on the realities of dental treatment behind Northern Ireland\'s social statistics

Dentistry student receives Undergraduate Award

Trinity student Emer Walshe was among the 41 gold medal winners