As dentists today, we see a huge number of different patients with a variety of needs. It is our job to tailor our care in a way that best supports each individual in the dental chair. As Alzheimer’s disease is promoted around the globe throughout September, I thought this a good opportunity to reflect on…
Oral cancer causes more UK deaths each year than road traffic accidents.[i] The BeVigilant™ OraFusion™ System hopes to reduce mortality rates, offering a fast and simple way of assessing the risk levels of oral cancer and improving the chance of beating it early. The Vigilant Biosciences® mission is to save lives. Promoting cutting-edge solutions for…
Poor oral health can affect a patient’s overall well-being: the risk of diabetes, dementia, heart disease and respiratory infections can be increased by an inadequate oral hygiene routine.[i] Another prominent systemic health condition is rheumatoid arthritis (RA), which has a strong association with gingival diseases. RA is an autoimmune disease characterised by an accumulation of…
A new, more effective toothpaste can make a huge difference to the daily oral hygiene routine. For patients at risk from tooth decay and gingival diseases, recommend the 100% Natural Baking Soda toothpaste range from Arm & Hammer. Baking soda is alkaline, making it ideal for neutralising acids left from food and drink and restoring…
High-quality instruments require high-quality care. With the Assistina One, W&H presents a masterful solution to maintain and extend the working life of your dental transmission instruments. Handpiece care is more economical with the Assistina One. A single W&H Assistina Care Set offers equivalent cycles to approximately 20 x 400ml oil spray cans. It ensures correct…
Brushing twice a day is only the starting point for a consistent oral hygiene routine. Toothbrushing alone may only reach 60% of the tooth surface and removes a lowly 42% of the overall dental biofilm.[i] Poor biofilm disruption can lead to dental caries, gingivitis and periodontal disease. Some individuals may find oral hygiene challenging, particularly…
Initial Medical recently carried out an ATP swabbing exercise which found that wheelie bins in healthcare environments have a greater risk of contamination than those in non-healthcare environments.[i] Help to protect your staff, visitors, and residents with strategically placed hand sanitiser solutions from Initial Medical. Our reliable hand sanitiser gel contains 70% alcohol, which meets…
Clear communication between a dentist and their patient is the foundation on which good oral healthcare can be built. Creating trust can empower both practitioner and patient to feel more confident with each appointment and treatment. A key tenet of a dental appointment is the oral health advice given to the patient. As the dentist…
When a dental practice makes changes to their waste management workflows, they have the opportunity to become more environmentally-conscious, and make an impact on the world around them. The NHS has set a target to become net zero for the emissions it controls by 2040[1] – you can take active steps today to make a…
The recycling symbol, a triangle made of three arrows that turn in on themselves, is unquestionably iconic. Designed by Gary Anderson, a then-23-year-old architecture student at the University of Southern California in 1970,[1] the emblem is instantly recognisable and seen in many walks of life. The three points also lent itself to the expression Reduce,…
Published continually since 1959 and orginally the official magazine of the General Dental Practitioners Association, the editorial content of The Probe is of paramount importance and as such forms the backbone of the journal – it is the high quality, independent content of the magazine that ensures it is widely read by the profession and explains why The Probe consistently generates the highest levels of response for its advertisers among any UK dental journal.
The UK’s leading magazine for oral health. Focusing on all areas of prevention, oral health and hygiene plus vital vCPD modules, Smile is a vital resource for hygienists wanting to stay at the forefront of clinical innovations in prevention.
An easy way to ensure your whole team is up to date with their CPD requirements. Online modules in all areas of required study which can be bought individually or in annual bundles.