With more patients choosing to undergo orthodontics using clear aligners, it’s important to consider the special care needed to take care of their teeth during treatment. Aligner Foam from Curaprox is the ideal solution for your clear aligner patients. An effective oral hygiene routine is vital during treatment for keeping plaque under control. The innovative…
The importance of accurate, robust dental records cannot be overstated When US president Abraham Lincoln was shot dead in 1865, the perpetrator John Wilkes Booth escaped to Virginia. Discovered hiding in a barn, he was shot dead on the spot. But for many years afterwards, rumours circulated that Booth had escaped and was still alive….
One in three adults in the UK have never cleaned interdentally,[i] yet interdental brushing is a proven way to prevent periodontitis.[ii] The FLEXI interdental brush range from TANDEX can help your patients clean the spaces between teeth and along the gumline where regular toothbrushes cannot reach. Specifically designed to access interdental spaces and along the…
Engaging patients in their oral and general health is an essential part of the oral healthcare team’s role today. Tackling the big issues during dental appointments may seem daunting, but professionals can have a significant impact on their patients’ wellbeing. Miranda Steeples, President of the British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy (BSDHT), will be…
NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight has partnered with Dentaid The Dental Charity to provide a new mobile dental service for people experiencing health inequalities who struggle to get dental care. The innovative project is a partnership to alleviate pressure on existing dental services and increase access to care for those facing difficult circumstances. Patients…
Maintaining a balance of oral bacteria can reduce the risk of gingival disease At-home health tests, such as those for detecting pregnancy, have been around since the 1970s. But the Covid-19 pandemic introduced an even wider audience to the concept and took it to a whole new level. Now researchers at the University of Cincinatti…
London-based dental therapist Catherine Edney admits she used to be extremely cautious when it came to note-taking templates, until she discovered Kiroku, the AI digital note taking platform. “They were always a bit of a red flag for me,” she explains. “But then a friend showed me how she used Kiroku and I was blown…
When a patient presents seeking dental implant treatment, it’s important to conduct thorough assessments. Open conversations with patient about what they should expect from treatment is equally important, as well as discussing any potential risks, and providing them with the space to ask any questions they may have. Additionally, clinicians must make accurate clinical records…
Emma Jade, owner of Linkdent Consultancy, has worked with the team at Eschmann for more than 14 years. Emma says: “I have continued to work with Eschmann for so long because they offer reliability and peace of mind – you know that a job is going to be done right. All the engineers are highly…
The field of dental implantology is constantly evolving, with new innovations being made every day. As such, the Association of Dental Implantology (ADI) provides its members with a range of educational resources to ensure their knowledge is up to scratch. Members gain free access to ADI Study Clubs and Journals including Clinical Oral Implants Research…
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.