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courses from Dr Brian Franks and networking opportunities from theyoungdentist.com. We also welcome onboard Bridge2Aid, an inspiring charity who are revolutionising emergency dental work in Africa. Find out more about them in this issue. DSM is not just a magazine, don’t forget to check out our website www.dsmag.co.uk and subscribe to our weekly newsletter for all the latest industry news at your finger tips! The team here at Dental Supplies Magazine would like to thank all those who have made our launch that much easier, we’ve already had some incredible support from the industry and we very much look forward to working with them in the future. So without much further ado, we present to you Dental Supplies Magazine.
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elcome to Dental Supplies Magazine! The team here at DSM are very excited to introduce the newest product information magazine on the market. DSM is the only product tabloid for the next generation of dentists. Our magazine is stacked with product information, helpful tips, networking opportunities and much, much more. Not only do we bring information on new technologies, products and services, but we also provide articles on new research, volunteering opportunities, CPD course information and insights from industry experts. DSM has been in the pipeline for quite sometime. The team has been researching in the industry to find out exactly what we need to make DSM useful to you. We have been forging contacts and relationships with suppliers, service providers, universities, dentists and many more to make sure that we provide you with the most cutting edge information in the industry. In this issue we have features from several contributors including, an article about the benefits of noise control in air compressors and suction from Cattani Esam, promotions on facial aesthetics
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General News BDA INVESTIGATING LEGAL OPTIONS TO CHALLENGE FD PAY CUT
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he British Dental Association (BDA) condemns Government plans to impose a pay cut on foundation dentists (FDs) of more than £2,000 from September, and will be exploring all legal avenues to challenge this decision. Following a consultation on the issue, the Department of Health has confirmed that the pay cut will apply to FDs in England. It is also expected to apply to trainees in Wales and Northern Ireland.
The BDA believes that targeting young dentists with a pay cut of 8% at the start of their careers is a cynical move that exploits the most vulnerable members of the profession. The attack on FD salaries is expected to generate minimal savings for the NHS relative to the potential hardship it creates for dental graduates who are emerging from universities with an average debt of around £25,000. The BDA opposes any pay cut to FD salaries. We also believe that current final-year students have been placed in an intolerable situation where they will be forced to accept a financial arrangement that they were not aware of when they first applied. The Department of Health’s justification that the pay cut brings dental salaries in line with their medical equivalents simply does not add up, the
BDA believes. With the opportunity to earn additional NHS income, medical trainees at the same point in their career earn on average nearly £40,000, compared to this new salary of £28,076 for foundation dentists. Chair of the British Dental Association’s Principal Executive Committee, Mick Armstrong, said: “We have made clear to the Department of Health on numerous occasions that seeking efficiency savings from FDs is inappropriate, and unfairly penalises young dentists who are not in a position to resist this pressure. “This is a view that is widely shared by the profession as we know from the 6,700 signatories who responded to our petition opposing these cuts. “We are both angry and disappointed over the failure to grasp the strength of feeling against these cuts,
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which frankly many see as an attempt to prey on the most vulnerable members of the profession. “It is also unacceptable that these young dentists have been given ridiculously short notice of this change. “We will be seeking expert legal opinion to explore options to challenge this decision.” The BDA’s campaign to oppose the cuts has won strong support on Twitter, where the BDA is encouraging tweets using the hashtag #DFTPay, and on the BDA’s Facebook page. Dental professionals can still add their names to a petition opposing the reduction in the salary paid to FDs. British Dental Association t: +44 (0)20 7563 4565 w: www.bda.org e: charlotte.booth@bda.org
DENPLAN’S NEW WEBSITE – SMARTER, SIMPLER, BETTER
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n the 50 top products featured in The Dental Directory’s latest ‘Product Guide Update’, 13.5% were cheaper than Henry Schein and 8.45% were cheaper than Wright Cottrell – now that’s value!
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against multiple interfaces: desktops, mobiles and tablets devices, which means members and visitors can use it wherever and whenever they choose. There’s a great range of features on the site designed to help dentists run their business more effectively and the personalised dentist dashboard is home to unique support tools
interactive news hub, working in real time to keep members updated with all the latest news from Denplan and in dentistry. Jodie Wilde, Campaign and Digital Leader at Denplan commented: “The new website is the result of a huge amount of research, time and planning, but we’re all delighted with the finished result. It was designed to make life smarter, simpler and better for all users and this is certainly something that we have been able to achieve. We encourage members and non-members alike to visit the new www.denplan.co.uk to see for themselves.”
The Dental Directory offers huge stock holdings with over 27,000 different product lines, and with an average daily order fulfilment rate of 99.2%! With FREE delivery on all orders and the peace-of-mind of the Price Match Guarantee, The Dental
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enplan is thrilled to announce the launch of its new website. After much market research we have updated our website so that it is straightforward and easy to use for dentists, the practice team and for patients. We have worked hard on developing a design that will now work
including: • Monthly reports – so dentists can keep track of their income and patient numbers easily • Patient registration • Dental regulations and business advice Patients are only ever a click away from the information they need, with simple navigation guiding them through Denplan’s range of industry leading payment plans and the benefits of taking a more preventive approach to their oral health. There’s also a new video suite with interactive guides to explain to patients: • How joining Denplan works • How their monthly fees work and how they are set • How to make a claim Denplan has also developed an
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PATIENT CONSENT – ARE YOU PROTECTED?
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ith patient consent remaining a delicate area within dentistry, make sure you are protected against potential complaints with the eSignatures module from Carestream Dental. By providing all the information needed about proposed treatment plans in a comprehensive format, the module ensures patients’ complete understanding for a higher quality of consent. Enabling patients to then sign the same page in ‘real time’ eliminates the risk of any confusion, again strengthening the consent provided and ensuring you meet all regulatory guidelines. Offering a convenient solution to the stacks of paperwork once required,
the eSignatures module can be fully integrated within the CS R4 Clinical+ practice management software for maximum efficacy. By using the latest biometric technology to authenticate each and every signature, the system also ensures the security of all data. Make sure you and your team are protected against potential litigation, with the eSignatures module from Carestream Dental. Carestream Dental t: +44 (0)8001699692 w: www.carestreamdental. co.uk e: erica.kilburn@ ekcommunications.net
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very practice deserves the efficient dedication of a business partner that understands its needs. Denplan not only
operates seamlessly with your practice, but we’re proud to be leaders in innovation, regulation and value-added services.
With more than 28 years’ experience of working with dentists, DCPs and dental experts, Denplan help support you and your team’s development. In fact, our well-known brand can also help you increase patient loyalty and attract new patients. We offer a range of products to suit your patients’ needs: • Denplan Care - a comprehensive capitation plan for preventive and restorative oral healthcare • Denplan Essentials - a maintenance plan that allows you to set a monthly fee for to cover dental exams, hygiene visits and dental
x-rays • Plans for Children - allows you to set fees based on any model, so you can choose what you would like to include for your younger patients • Membership Plan - allows you to register your PFPI patients to the practice, ensuring they have access to their preferred dentist Denplan t: +44 (0)1962 828 000 w: www.denplan.co.uk e: miah@denplan.co.uk
innovative Matchcode solution in conjunction with GB Group. Providing yet another benefit to Carestream Dental’s already popular
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allow you to communicate and engage with your patient-base effectively, thus saving you valuable time and money. Find out how Matchcode from Carestream Dental and GB Group could further benefit your practice, today!
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elping you to deliver outstanding patient service every day, Carestream Dental now brings you the
dental software, Matchcode offers real-time global address, email, mobile and landline telephone validation and geo-coding. Proven successful worldwide, the cutting-edge technology will enable you to complete quick and easy patient registration and identity verification, for a highly efficient workflow. You can be confident that your patient contact details are completely up-to-date, and that you can access those details rapidly whenever you should need them. The system will also
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Hygiene PHILIPS INNOVATION – PLATINUM HAS BECOME MORE PRECIOUS
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hilips Sonicare FlexCare Platinum is the latest of the brand’s award-winning sonic toothbrushes to win an accolade. It has just been lauded as the Best Dental Hygiene Product at the MyFaceMyBodyAwards. It is particularly gratifying to the Company that the awards are voted for by the consumer after a panel of experts - who are leaders within the health and beauty field - compiled a
shortlist of the most innovative and effective products in their sector. However it is not just experts and users who have singled out Philips Sonicare FlexCare Platinum. A number of dental professionals have also given the new brush the thumbs up. Interim results of a recent user trial have revealed unequivocal respect for the brush. Launched in April this year, the Philips Sonicare FlexCare Platinum is
an advanced sonic toothbrush which was designed to give patients an even deeper interproximal clean and remove up to seven times more plaque from between teeth than a manual toothbrush. The new brush incorporates the latest Philips’ intelligent technology including a built-in pressure sensor which helps users to become adept at brushing correctly. If they apply too much pressure the handle vibrates giving them immediate feedback and guides them to brush more carefully. In doing so they improve their gum health in the most effective way possible. The brush comes fitted with Philips’ innovative InterCare brush head with extra-long filaments which helps remove seven times more plaque than a manual toothbrush and contribute to an improvement in the user’s gum health in as little as two weeks. Not only does Philips Sonicare
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FlexCare Platinum remove seven times more plaque it offers the user nine different brushing modes and intensity settings. This gives the dental professional a tool to suit each patient’s oral health needs and the user more personal choice about their preferences. There are also three adjustable intensity levels; Low provides an effective yet gentle clean for sensitive teeth and gums teeth; medium, is for an all-around clean; and high offers a deeper in-between clean. This allows for 9 different setting choices to suit the patients’ needs. This level of detail underlines Philips commitment to developing innovation that matters both to the dental professional and the patient. Philips Sonicare t: +44 (0)800 0567 222 w: www.sonicare.com e: cayley.rowe@emanatepr.com
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avex Impresafe is a revolutionary new disinfectant for alginate, silicone and polyether impressions. Being highly effective, Cavex ImpreSafe effectively kills bacteria, fungi and viruses (including H1N1) in only 3 minutes and complies with all DGHM guidelines. Due to the nonaggressive nature as well as short contact time Cavex ImpreSafe is 100%
safe for impression surfaces. 1 litre of concentrate of Cavex ImpreSafe equals 33 litres of ready-to-use disinfection fluid. Available in a starter kit or extra value refill. J&S Davis t: +44 (0)1438747344 w: www.js-davis.co.uk e: jsdsales@js-davis.co.uk
all medical environments. System 3 Decontamination Holding Time solution is available in an 800ml bottle with trigger dispenser through all good dental wholesale suppliers at £6.90 + VAT, contact the team at Alkapharm today or visit the website to find out more. Alkapharm t: +44 (0)1785714919 w: www.alkapharm.co.uk e. david@alkapharm.co.uk
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the final cleansing and sterilisation process; its enzymatic pre-cleansing formula actively breaks down blood soil proteins and helps prevent the rusting or pitting of stainless steel instruments. Safe and simple to use System3 is alcohol, dye and perfume free. Alkapharm is committed to supporting cross infection control across the medical and healthcare sectors, providing a comprehensive range of proven professional high-level cleaning and disinfection products for
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ystem3 is the latest instrument wetting agent from Alkapharm. Professionally tested to keep instruments moist prior to cleaning to prevent the drying of organic soils, System3 is a spray-on foaming solution for use in medical and dental practices. The ready to use foam solution delays the drying process and clearly demonstrates the complete covering of instruments. It includes active agents that aid
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GREAT OFFERS ON FACIAL AESTHETIC SUPPLIES
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he Dental Directory offers a complete and comprehensive range of the latest specialist facial aesthetics and skin rejuvenation products. From dermal fillers to botulinum toxins and skin peels to cosmeceuticals, The Dental Directory has everything you could require to provide the highest quality treatments, at the best possible prices. With offers and promotions
across its facial aesthetics range, The Dental Directory ensures you are fully prepared to deliver every procedure. The fantastic offers include: • TEOSYAL PureSense Global Action 2 x 1ml - £120 • TEOSYAL PureSense Deep Lines 2 x 1ml - £120 Buy any 5 TEOSYAL Dermal Fillers and get the cheapest one free. Plus receive a free TEOSYAL Advanced Filler with your order.
If you already offer facial aesthetic treatments, or are looking to begin providing them to your patients, contact the dedicated facial aesthetics sales team today and see how The Dental Directory can help you. The Dental Directory t: +44 (0)800585586 w: www.dental-directory.co.uk e: erica.kilburn@ ekcommunications.net
GIVE YOUR PATIENTS THE TREATMENTS THEY DESIRE
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rincipal Dentist of Cahill Dental Care in Greater Manchester, Michael Cahill, recently took a Medical Micro-Needling Training Course with Dr Brian Franks to expand his skill set. “The course was very well presented,” he says. “It was led by a very experienced practitioner who was happy to share his own methods and techniques with us, ensuring that we could begin treating our own patients immediately.” “I would like to thank the team for such a great day!” Dr Brian Franks offers an array of bespoke hands-on training courses for dentists, doctors and nurses,
focusing on non-surgical facial aesthetic procedures. From Botulinum Toxin and Dermal Fillers to Medical MicroNeedling and Facial Chemical Peels, Dr Brian Franks enables clinicians to offer a range of high-quality treatments to all their patients. As the demand for facial aesthetic procedures continues to increase, find out how you could broaden your treatment range with Dr Brian Franks. Dr Brian Franks t: +44 (0)20 84466518 w: www.drbrianfranks.com e: brian@drbrianfranks.com
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group size was fantastic as it provided opportunity to watch the experts demonstrate the procedures and then to practise the new skills myself. There was a lot of hands-on training, which is particularly great when learning these kind of treatments and at a higher level.” Whether you have previous experience in facial aesthetics, or you are looking to add such procedures to your repertoire, Dr Bran Franks and his team will ensure you have the skills and the confidence to offer safe and successful treatments to all your patients.
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hrough his Facial Aesthetics Faculty, Dr Brian Franks provides high calibre training courses for a range of non-surgical facial aesthetic treatments. With a one to five instructor / delegate ratio, top quality tuition is available for all dentists, doctors and nurses. With courses delivered in Botulinum Toxin and Dermal Fillers at both foundation and advanced levels, professionals are able to develop their skills once they have mastered the basics. Dr Raheela Raza, from Kingsport Dental Clinic in Livingston, Scotland, recently attended the advanced training course in Dermal Fillers. “It was an enjoyable and very informative day,” she says. “The small
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oral surgery and implantology. Micro Smart has a recommended retail price of just £2,350, making this system stand out from the crowd! Cattani’s new innovation which was launched at the BDTA Dental Showcase this year, ‘Power Station’ is a space saving solution, which encapsulates both the vacuum and compressed air requirements for up to 6 surgeries (4 running simultaneously) in a neat housing constructed of powder coated steel panels. This solution reduces noise levels to 54dB(A) even when both the vacuum and compressed air are running together. Power Station can be supplied in a variety of colours so they can tailor it to your surgery. However good the noise levels from existing Cattani units, developments don’t stop there! Cattani’s vision is not only to produce products which are reliable, powerful and help reduce noise levels, but that can be located within the surgery if required, even if running at maximum capacity the working environment can remain calm and relaxed. Why not book an appointment at the Cattani’s office, and experience Power Station running for themselves and see just how quiet this solution really is! Cattani Esam t: +44 (0)1527 877997 w: www.cattaniesam.co.uk e: info@cattaniesam.co.uk
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or if you are planning a complete re-fit, being aware of your options is vital. Factors which must be considered include: space, product effectiveness and capability, reliability and noise levels. Cattani UK aspirators and compressed air systems pride themselves on 25 years of experience not only providing power, reliability and peace of mind, but they also tackle the problem of noise. Cattani suction and compressed air systems can be supplied with sound reducing cabinets or hoods that reduce noise levels considerably. Cattani’s single surgery Micro Smart suction unit can be supplied or retro fitted with their sound reducing cabinet which brings noise levels down to an incredible 48 dB(A). Sound reducing cabinets for their multiple surgery Turbo Smart suction system, can reduce noise levels to an impressive 51.6 dB(A). Over the past 5 years Micro Smart has proven itself to be the most flexible, reliable and powerful single surgery, variable speed suction system available. Micro Smart is so reliable that it is supplied with a 3 year warranty (subject to terms and conditions of service schedule). It has 3 pre-set suction levels allowing you to adjust the suction according to your requirements, low volume for orthodontics, high volume for conservation procedures and high power for
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entists spend a lot of time considering which new suction or compressed air system is the best for their surgery. They look at a myriad of factors: price, reliability, size and space and yet one major factor that is often overlooked is noise. These suction and compression systems are a fundamental instrument that keeps your practice running on a day to day basis, with this in mind you are unlikely to want a piece of equipment that resembles the sounds levels of a pneumatic drill. This said, most suction and compressed air systems meet the HSE regulations which state that maximum noise levels in any working environment must not exceed 80 dB(A), but this noise level is still like having your surgery outside next to a busy road. As you know this constant noise throughout the working day could become quite unbearable. Normal speech is estimated at approximately 60 dB(A), any noise in the background which is below this is considered best for general working conditions. The noise levels can also affect the atmosphere within a practice, which over time you may become accustomed to, but may cause your patients feelings of panic and anxiety, especially when sat in the dentist chair. Choosing suction and compressed air products can be one of the most difficult decisions when kitting out your surgery. Whether it be for an existing surgery
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Orthodontics ESAO – SHARING KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
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he European Society of Aesthetic Orthodontics (ESAO) offers practitioners the opportunity to share knowledge and experience of cosmetic orthodontics in an arena free of company bias or profit seeking. Dr Andy Wallace of Bachelors Walk Dental Surgery in Lisburn, Northern Ireland became a full member of the ESAO in December 2013 after attending its inaugural meeting. He says:
“I appreciated that lots of the education for GDPs in orthodontics had been driven by specific companies that have a product to sell and although that training is often fine for providing an understanding of the mechanical properties of the appliances, sometimes that is not always the ideal way to learn and progress within dentistry as a whole.” “The ESAO is a non-profit organisation that is there to promote ethical cosmetic orthodontic treatment
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and patient choice For any dentist looking to share their knowledge and experience of aesthetically focused orthodontics I think the ESAO is the perfect choice.” To find out more about the ESAO and any upcoming courses visit the website today. The European Society of Aesthetic Orthodontics w: www.esao.co.uk e: esao@esao.co.uk
THE INMAN ALIGNER, FOR OUTSTANDING RESULTS EVERY TIME
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he Inman Aligner is an innovative appliance to align anterior teeth quickly and safely. With up to16 weeks’ treatment time, your patients will be amazed at the results. The Inman Aligner is easy to insert, remove and clean. It has a simple, yet revolutionary ‘squeeze’ effect with two aligner bows, an inner bow to push forward and an outer bow to pull back on the front teeth. With high compliance, patients will be amazed
at how they can get a new smile so cost-effectively. Take the acclaimed hands-on course and you will be certified immediately. First-class instruction is provided by some of the most experienced professionals in the UK, leaving you with the skills to start recommending the Inman Aligner the next day. The Inman Aligner is made using 3D models and a detailed chart is provided to indicate where IPR is required and if buttons need to be
placed. The key lies in its simplicity and predictable outcomes time after time. Sign up for the Inman Aligner course today and find out how to make a positive impact to many of your patients’ smiles. Inman Aligner t: +44 (0)845 366 5477 w: www.inmanalignertraining. com e: training@inmanaligner.com
THE DENTAL DIRECTORY NEW ORTHODONTIC RANGE!
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he Dental Directory is pleased to announce that it will be able to supply its customers with the full range of G&H Orthodontics. G&H Orthodontics is a manufacturer and worldwide supplier of high quality orthodontic products. The company offers extensive ranges of archwires, springs and elastomerics beside the remarkable line of orthodontic brackets, bands and buccal tubes. Each of these products are designed and manufactured in the United States at the company’s Indiana and California facilities. The Dental Directory strives to continually develop its orthodontic products offerings and services. This is to ensure that it meets the clinical needs of specialist orthodontists. If you are attending the British Orthodontic Conference this year in Edinburgh at the international Conference Centre, then come and see The Dental Directory team at Stand 24. The Team can advise you on the very latest orthodontic innovations.
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SUPPORT BRIDGE2AID AT THE DENTISTRY SHOW 2015
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ental decay is the world’s most common disease and the single biggest cause of oral pain, with over four billion people suffering from it. Experiencing pain, problems with communicating, eating and smiling due to dental decay leave people ostracised from communities, unable to work or attend school. Bridge2Aid has developed a model that provides training for local Health
Workers in emergency dental care, and has been supporting the government of Tanzania as they pioneer its execution in 5 regions of the country. The method has been proven to be effective and has resulted in millions of people having access to safe emergency treatment in their own community. For them, a life free of dental pain is now a real possibility. ‘Sarapion was trained on our Kagera programme in Karagwe district.
He works from Kakanja Dispensary and has been a Clinical Officer for seventeen years. Before participating in our dental training programme, Sarapion estimated he used to see approximately 120 patients per month of whom 10% were complaining of oral pain. He had to refer all of these patients to the district dental facilities, a two hour bus ride away which many of them did not end up making. After six days of practical training, Sarapion felt confident in administering infiltration and inferior dental nerve block injections safely. He was able to demonstrate a good knowledge and understanding of the cause of oral disease and basic principle of oral health and felt confident in carrying out safe and complete extraction techniques for adults and children. Within the three months after training, Sarapion had successfully treated 28 dental patients. 71% had received an extraction, 29% received antibiotics only and none were referred. After six months, Sarapion had treated another 49 patients who were suffering from dental pain. 69% of these patients received an extraction, 31% received antibiotics and no patients required referral.’ Bridge2Aid will once again be attending The Dentistry Show in 2015
to continue raising awareness of the charity work it does in and around East Africa. Operations Manager Shaenna Loughnane comments: “The start of the year was tough for us and we were so grateful to the profession for showing their support of our work. “Our main aim for the next year is to help more people understand what we do, and to show the impact our training programmes have on people living in constant oral pain in rural areas of East Africa.” “The Dentistry Show has given us free space for the last few years, and we have always found it to be a fantastic show with the mix of exhibition time and CPD just right. We certainly aim to bring the Sea of Pink back for 2015, even bigger and better. We have a great profession and it’s fantastic to see everyone coming together in this way. “The Dentistry Show 2015 will provide the perfect opportunity for people to visit our stand and develop their understanding of what we do – we hope to see you there!” Bridge2Aid t: +44 (0) 845 8509877 w: www.bridge2aid.org e: info@bridge2aid.org
Resource Centre NEW RESEARCH TO IMPROVE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR DENTURE PATIENTS
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he University of Manchester is leading a first of its kind trial into the quality of life of people wearing dental implants. Around 3.7 million people in Britain have no natural teeth and many find it difficult to wear lower dentures, causing problems in chewing and speaking that have a significant effect on their quality of life. Most of those who have lost their teeth are over the age of 65, and the impact of ill-fitting dentures on their lives is so severe that the World Health Organization has classified individuals with such difficulties as disabled. One solution to this problem is to fit titanium implants into the lower jaw to hold dentures in place, but this requires significant surgery, which not all patients are able to undergo. An alternative for these patients is to opt for newly developed mini-implants, which are less traumatic to put in place. The University is working with Central Manchester University Hospitals
NHS Foundation Trust (CMFT) to lead the trial which is the first of its kind to provide a cost-benefit analysis and undertake a robust assessment of the impact of mini implants on people’s quality of life, compared with dentures secured by conventional implants. Managed by Manchester Academic Health Science Centre (MAHSC), a partnership between the University and seven leading NHS partners, the trial is funded by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Research for Patient Benefit Programme. Professor Martin Tickle, a Senior Research Professor in the School of Dentistry in the Faculty of Medical and Human Sciences, who leads on population health for MAHSC, said: “This pilot trial is one step towards MAHSC’s aim of improving quality of life and it is of particular importance for an ageing population. “We hope the results of this study will inform a much larger trial that we hope to roll-out across the UK.”
The trial has recently started and so far, 16 patients have been recruited. Overall, 44 participants will be selected to take part, 22 of which will receive conventional implants, while the others will be provided with mini implants. Over the course of six months, the researchers will follow-up with the patients to collect information on their experiences, including the level of pain they have encountered, their ability to chew, and the overall impact of treatment on their quality of life. “When dentists try to help people whose lives are severely affected by denture problems, it is of critical importance that they know which product is most effective and best suited to the individual patient before treatment goes ahead,” Dr Craig Barclay, Consultant at The University Dental Hospital of Manchester, part of CMFT, and Honorary Senior Lecturer in Restorative Dentistry at The University of Manchester, said. “We hope that the study will improve quality of life for patients with
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dentures, by enabling clinicians to provide the most appropriate treatment.” MAHSC is one of only six UK academic and health partnerships currently designated as an Academic Health Science Centre (AHSC) – a mark of international excellence in healthcare research – and the only one north of Cambridge. Its role is to join world-leading academics with NHS Trusts and Clinical Commissioning Groups in order to ensure the best ideas emerging from the scientific community are translated into standard healthcare to benefit patients more quickly and more effectively. University of Manchester t: +44(0)161 701 0435 (Mon, Tues, Fri) or: +44 (0)161 306 1695 (Wed, Thurs) w: www.dentistry. manchester.ac.uk e: sarah.glenister@ manchester.ac.uk
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