The HSE is undertaking ‘a major revamp of the system’ under which medical cards are granted and processed. Health minister Leo Varadkar and minister of state Kathleen Lynch announced the update following recent controversy surrounding the cutting back of discretionary medical cards, according to Irishhealth.com. Ten actions will be undertaken by the HSE to improve … Continued
Internationally acclaimed author and presenter Dr Subir Banerji will arrive in Dublin on 7 February 2015 for a one-day CPD event. Double CPD points will be awarded to participants for every hour of practical on the day. Dr Banerji will present a guide to direct and indirect restorations in the aesthetic zone, and will provide … Continued
What impact can space have on our teeth? Balwant Rai explains how a fascination with space and dentistry lead him to study the effects of the space environment on the oral cavity Ever since my childhood, I’ve loved watching the stars. I’ve always wondered about their existence and dreamed of becoming an astronaut. When I … Continued
A male body hang-ups survey revealed that 10% of Irish men fret about their yellow teeth. It may not be a lot, but the results show that body hang-ups, including yellow teeth, knock the confidence of over a third of Irish men. Other insecurities include hair loss (60%), belly or ‘love handles’ (41%) and ‘moobs’ … Continued
Above picture: Main sponsors Swordfish Medical founders with IDHA president Louise Flemming (second left) and Professor Kirsten Warrer (third left) The Irish Dental Hygienists Association (IDHA) addressed vital issues at its 2014 Annual Winter Scientific Conference on Saturday 1 November in Maynooth. Water fluoridation in Ireland, medical emergencies in the dental surgery and domiciliary dental … Continued
The FDI World Dental Federation has launched the World Oral Health Day 2015 (WOHD) ‘Smile for life’ campaign to remind people everywhere about the importance of looking after their teeth and gums. The WOHD 2015 ‘Smile for life’ is supplemented by the call to action ‘It’s time to…’, which campaigners can adapt to their local … Continued
The finalists for the 2015 Irish Dentistry Awards have now been unveiled, and tickets to the awards ceremony in January 2015 are now on sale! Irish Dentistry is delighted to reveal the finalists below. See if you or your practice has made the list, and start getting excited for the nation’s biggest party in the … Continued
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