The research team, led by Princeton nanoscientist Michael McAlpine and Tufts bioengineers Fiorenzo Omenetto, David Kaplan and Hu Tao, has created a tooth tattoo made of gold, silk and graphite and temporarily attaches to a patient’s tooth. Gerard Kugel, associate dean for research at Tufts School of Dental Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts, said: ‘A...
Practices need greater IT back-up
In addition, 90% are concerned about how their practice would recover in the event of a disaster such as a flood, fire or theft, while 50% of practices estimated it would take them in excess of three working days to recover from a disaster. The survey, conducted by dental IT experts, MicroMinder, also brought...
Tis the season to be jolly
It’s that time of year again and following the huge response to last year’s seasonal gift promotion, Henry Schein Minerva is once again offering dentists the opportunity to bag some fantastic deals and stock up early on Christmas gifts. Available from 26 November to 14 December, there is plenty of time to take advantage...
Win gifts with Kent Express
From 26 November until 20 December, Kent Express is giving you the chance to win a different gift each week. Visit Facebook.com/kentexpressdentalsupplies for your chance to win. Simply Like Kent Express Facebook page Like a gift Share our competition on your own Facebook Page Win* Week 1s gifts Merry Christmas Basket Premier Luxury Wine...
New employment guidance
The previous guidance in this area was put in place during the transitional period for dental care professionals – meaning they could register with the GDC without having a formal qualification. This ran from 31 July 2006 to 30 August 2008. Since then, what was meant by the term ‘in-training’ has been reviewed and...
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GDC makes leaflets patient-friendly
The ‘Smile EasyRead’ patient information leaflet explains the role of the GDC; what patients can expect at their visit to a dental professional; and what they can do if they’re unhappy with their experience. It features larger font, pictures to support and help explain the text, shorter sentences and language that sounds natural when...