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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/2007/11/23/ceo-to-leave-ida/">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/2007/11/23/ceo-to-leave-ida/">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/2007/11/23/ceo-to-leave-ida/">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/2007/11/23/ceo-to-leave-ida/">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/2007/11/23/ceo-to-leave-ida/">Continued</a>

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CEO to leave IDA

Ciara Murphy has handed in her resignation as CEO of the Irish Dental Association, a position she has held since the beginning of 2006. Ms Murphy was unavailable for comment.

New probiotic treatment approach for gum disease

A new study claims that the application of beneficial bacteria as an adjunct to traditional therapy may become a valid, non-antibiotic treatment approach for periodontitis. The researchers in this small-scale animal study applied a mixture of beneficial bacteria after scaling and root planing (removal of bacterial plaque from the crown and root of the tooth … Continued

Belfast dental technology tutor appointed to protect public

Dental technology tutor David Kime has been appointed by the General Dental Council (GDC) to consider cases where a dental professional may not be fit to work because of poor skills, health or conduct. The GDC investigates any dental professional who fails to meet expected standards. Serious failures are subject to a public hearing … Continued

Minister announces new oral health policy

The Minister for Health and Children, Mary Harney TD, announced the research and development of a new National Oral Health Policy last month and undertook a keynote address on the subject at Croke Park on 18 October. This new oral health strategy, the first in 13 years, will be undertaken by the Department of Health … Continued

Research team works on biodegradable gum

Scientists at University College Cork are working on a biodegradable gum that can be digested or worn away by the elements. Elke Arendt, head of the research team, said the gum is based on proteins from cereals rather than synthetic rubber. The project, which started in the spring of this year, involves isolating proteins from … Continued

Dentists highlight problems in public dental system

Problems in the public dental system are causing services for children and special-needs patients to suffer, according to dentists. The Irish Dental Association is blaming the problems on a failure to properly review the dental scheme for medical card holders. It reports its members have lost faith in the public system and the situation is … Continued

Competition Authority finds in favour of advertising

The Competition Authority has published its final report on competition in dental services in Ireland. The report finds that competition in dental services is restricted and discouraged by an outdated system of regulation. Chairperson of the Competition Authority, Bill Prasifka states: ‘Consumers are paying too much for dental services in Ireland. This is not surprising … Continued