In light of my previous posting I am very pleased to see this action being taken by the GDC; there is clearly a strong case for protecting the public and this now sets a legal precedent that should make further prosecutions much simpler. As ever, if you are interested in any work such as whitening or other cosmetic procedures, talk to your dentist who should be able to advise you on the advantages … [Read more...]
Are we really that bad?
Here is an interesting statistic provided by Dental Protection "On a purely statistical level UK dentists are at least twice as likely as their colleagues int eh USA and Australia (for example) to find themselves under some kind of challenge from their professional regulator, and they are several times more likely to do so than their colleagues in Europe" This is a real concern to the profession … [Read more...]
When to extract and when to restore
This is a common dilemma for patients and dentists alike. When has a tooth had all the dentistry it can take and so should come out and when is it worth having one more go at restoring it. The answer is usually arrived at following a thorough examination and detailed discussion with tooth's owner regarding all the possible treatment options along with a list of possible outcomes, relative costs … [Read more...]
Thank you Ben Goldacre
Anyone who is interested in science and, perhaps more importantly, the dissemination of scientific knowledge through the press should, and probably does, read Ben Goldacre's columns and book "Bad Medicine". This column highlights a small but incredibly important point. Proper editorial scrutiny requires completely open and transparent referencing of all primary sources. Journalism, it would seem, … [Read more...]
Welcome back Amie!
Amie has returned from her maternity leave and is back with us two days a week. We know how popular she is with so many of our regular patients - and of course with the team so we are delighted to have her back. … [Read more...]
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