Dental Horizon Scanning Volume 2 Issue 2

Dental technician launches one-stop denture shop

Source: Dentistry.co.uk

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Date of publication: January, 2010

Publication type: News item

In a nutshell: A dental technician from the North East, one of a handful of clinical dental technicians to hold the new Clinical Dental Technician qualification has set up a one-stop shop for patients who need dentures.  This means that people who require dentures can now go directly to the technician instead of going to their dentist.

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New Scheme to Tackle Tooth Decay Levels in Salford Unveiled

Source: DentalPlans.co.uk

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Date of publication: January, 2010

Publication type: News item

In a nutshell: Children in nurseries and reception classes in Salford are being given a brush and toothpaste and, under the supervision of teachers, encouraged to clean their teeth after lunch.  The aim of the new scheme is to reduce prevalence of tooth decay in under 5’s from 53% to 47% in 2010/11.

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Successful collaboration scoops prize

Source: British Dental Journal, 2010, 208 (1) p6

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Date of publication: January, 2010

Publication type: News item

In a nutshell:A research collaboration, titled “Full-mouth disinfection for the treatment of chronic periodontitis”, between Professor Needleman at the UCL Eastman Dental Institute, Professor Worthington at the University of Manchester, the Cochrane Oral Health Group and the Universities of Bonn and Schleswig-Holstein has been awarded 2nd place in the 2009 DGP Meridol Award.

Dental research award win

Source: British Dental Journal, 2010, 208 (1), p6

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Date of publication:  January, 2010

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In a nutshell: A three year multi-collaborative trial will look to see if a dentists in practice delivering a prevention package can prevent tooth decay in young children.  The £1.7 million trial, funded by Health Technology Assessment will take place in Northern Ireland, led by Professor Tickle of the Oral Health Unit at The Univery of Manchester.

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Vaccine to treat gum disease on the way

Source: British Dental Journal, 2010, 208 (1) p5

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Date of publication: January, 2010

Publication type: News item

In a nutshell: After more than ten years of research, Australian researchers have announced that they have developed a vaccine to treat peridontitis.  The vaccine will prevent the progression of the disease. 

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Public awareness and social acceptability of dental therapists

Source: British Dental Journal, 2010, 208 (1), pE2

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Date of publication: January, 2010

Publication type: Journal article

In a nutshell: The results of this survey, to investigate public awareness and dental treatment provided by dental therapists, shows a need for education and reassurance of the public on the training and duties of dental therapists.

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Some important notes: Please contact your local NHS Library for the full text of the article. Follow this link to find your local NHS Library.

UKs First Mobile Dentistry Service Kicks Off in Leicestershire

Source: DentalPlans.co.uk

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Date of publication: January 2010

Publication type: News item

In a nutshell: The first nationwide mobile dentistry service, provided by DentalXpress, has been launched.  The service, which uses a fleet of multi-clinic, multi-room portable dental units, aims to improve access to NHS dental care by offering a reliable, high quality service in areas with a shortfall of dentists.

Length of publication: Web page

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