Back in April 2007 I wrote that a decision to make endodontic files and reamers single use was going to spell the end of root canal fillings on the NHS. It is with sadness that I read yesterday that a government report on the new dental contract (introduced in April 2006) has seen a 45 % reduction in root canal fillings provided on the NHS. This has been matched by an increase in tooth … [Read more...]
Two Very Succesful Days
I am back from two days lecturing in Norwich last week and am hugely motivated by the level of knowledge and dedication that the dentists we taught showed. I was lecturing as usual with Dr Jansie van Rensburg (www.fibrebond.co.uk) on our special interest in fibre reinforced composite restorations. I have mentioned this topic before in the blog and it is one of the exciting growth areas in … [Read more...]
“Change” in thinking over mecury fillings
The press have recently picked up on a change in attitude towards mercury fillings in the USA and, as ever, it has been poorly reported. The "change" that has taken place in the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) which is now carrying out an "urgent" review and MAY consider banning amalgam fillings in the future. The concern relates to the possible neurotoxic effects on the nervous system of … [Read more...]
Same name; Very different person
Some of you may have been interested to hear that a Dr Iain Kerr has been struck off the medical register. Just to avoid any possible confusion let me assure you that this has nothing to do with Dr Ian Kerr BDS, of StoneRock Dental Care. Dr Iain (note different spelling) Kerr is a 61 year old medical general practioner who has a practice in Glasgow and has no connection with StoneRock Dental … [Read more...]
Bio Aesthetics by Dr Russell Blanchard
The two cases below highlight the beauty and simplicity of minimally invasive, bio-aesthetic techniques that can be used to dramatically enhance a smile. Both cases required no drilling, no local anaesthetic and were completed in one visit each. Dr Blanchard (who treated both cases) and Dr Kerr are both using this technique more and more as it offers great benefits to patients. These benefits, … [Read more...]
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