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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/2014/10/30/ignoring-fluoride-evidence-is-big-health-risk/">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/2014/10/30/ignoring-fluoride-evidence-is-big-health-risk/">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/2014/10/30/ignoring-fluoride-evidence-is-big-health-risk/">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/2014/10/30/ignoring-fluoride-evidence-is-big-health-risk/">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/2014/10/30/ignoring-fluoride-evidence-is-big-health-risk/">Continued</a>

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Ignoring fluoride evidence is ‘big health risk’

Ignoring the evidence that shows the damage non-fluoridated water can do to teeth is a ‘big health risk’, says Dr John Walsh, dean of Faculty of Dentistry, Royal College of Surgeons Ireland (RCSI). Speaking at the opening of an international scientific meeting hosted by RCSI this week, Current controversies in dental practice, Dr Walsh warned: … Continued

Cancer patient receives new teeth using 3D printing

Pictured above: three-dimensionally printed jaw model A 41-year-old Indian cancer patient has been given a new set of teeth using a three-dimensionally printed jaw model. After undergoing infrastructure maxillectomy surgery (removal of the upper jaw and palate), the patient’s nose and maxillary sinus to the oral cavity was exposed. Following radiotherapy for six weeks he … Continued

Parent survey: 87% see kids’ oral health as vital

A recent survey revealed that 87% of parents believe oral health is important in the family. Only 13% of respondents did not consider oral health of vital significance. The survey also showed that 52% of parents take their children to the dentist at least once a year, and 35% only occasionally or when there is … Continued

Clinical tips and tricks – and a cabaret show

Join Dr Martin Kelleher, consultant in restorative dentistry, for an afternoon of clinical tips and tricks in restorative dentistry on 14 November. The British Dental Association (BDA) Northern Ireland branch will be holding the event in Belfast – with dinner and a cabaret show for afters. Claudette Christie, president of the BDA NI, said: ‘This … Continued

Endo future is bright, says leading endodontist

Dr Cliff Ruddle, one of the world’s leading endodontic clinicians, returned to Ireland and the UK on three dates last week for a comprehensive event covering the latest techniques and protocols in root canal treatment. Hosted by Dentsply and in conjuction with FMC, The A-Z of endodontics with Dr Cliff Ruddle gave general dentists and … Continued

Chemotherapy may limit perio treatment effectiveness

Women undergoing periodontal treatment for breast cancer see less benefit from the treatment than ‘healthy’ patients. Researchers stated that periodontal infection and inflammation may be aggravated during chemotherapy and contribute to the systemic inflammatory process. Researchers studied the reactions of 59 women divided into four groups: healthy (16 patients), those with breast cancer without periodontal … Continued

Finalists for Irish Dentistry Awards 2015 coming soon

Entries have now closed for the Irish Dentistry Awards 2015 and the finalists will be revealed in the next issue of Irish Dentistry (November). The awards ceremony will take place on Friday 30 January at the Mansion House, Dublin. Tickets are now available to purchase by calling Karen on +44 (0) 1923 851743. This year’s … Continued

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