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Dr James Hamill presents an implant case requiring an upper and lower complete approach using the Chrome Guidedsmile solution from Quoris 3D  Author James Hamill This 69-year-old female patient first presented on 4 February 2020 to Radiant Dental Practice in Northern Ireland, having been referred by Cavan-based clinical dental technician, Garrett MacEnri. The patient’s medical history … Continued

Jane Renehan answers questions on the function of autoclaves. Dear Jane, I have a quick question regarding my autoclave, it’s a class B. Could you clarify what routine in-practice tests and other checks should be carried out on this steriliser? There seems to be a lot of different assessments which need to be done. Regards, … Continued

Barbara Derham, chairperson of the Local Organising Committee ISDH 2022, explains what this exciting event is all about. At last we are in the year of the International Symposium on Dental Hygiene (ISDH). It takes place on 11– 13 August 2022 Dublin, Ireland. It all seemed a very far away date, six years ago when … Continued

Petya Ivanova shares five marketing ideas for practices to mark the changing of the seasons. The dental practice is not the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about the summer. For most patients, enjoying the sunny weather and a well-deserved vacation are much higher on the priority list. So, as we bid the … Continued

Siobhan Kelleher chats to Rebecca Silver about empowering dental nurses to achieve their full potential and increase job satisfaction. Why did you choose dentistry as a career? After completing a BTEC National Diploma in sports and exercise science (with distinction), I didn’t know what I wanted to do with my life.  University was never the … Continued

Have you signed up to the Northern Ireland Dentistry Show yet? Taking place at ICC Belfast on Saturday 25 September 2021, we will welcome a host of speakers and top suppliers. Running from 9am to 3.30pm, delegates can learn from the host of expert speakers, both local and international. Speakers will cover an array of … Continued

Dan Fine and Luc Wade explain what may happen during the first year of practice ownership and how to make the investment a success in the future. With practice prices as they are, there’s a good chance you’re going to be investing €500k, maybe more, to acquire a practice.  Now you’re through the door, you … Continued