Miss Rowan Thomas

Miss Rowan Thomas

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Enhancing patient-centred care through routine digital scanning

The Aligner Dental Academy shares findings from the ADA Digital Pilot Programme, highlighting the benefits of digital scanning for the patient journey. Digital technologies are increasingly central to modern healthcare, and dentistry is no exception. Intraoral scanning, artificial intelligence supported diagnostics and digital workflow integration are now recognised as important tools for improving clinical quality…

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Growing and thriving in dentistry: building meaningful careers at every stage

National Careers Week (2-7 March) is a timely opportunity to reflect on the many rewarding routes into dentistry and the opportunities the profession offers at every stage. Dentistry is a profession that’s powered by people and shaped over time through the skills you develop, the support around you and the choices that guide your next…

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The evidence on essential oil mouth rinses in daily oral hygiene

Listerine explores the latest evidence on mouth rinses containing essential oils as an adjunct in everyday oral care routines. Effective plaque control is central to the prevention and management of gingival inflammation. While toothbrushing and interdental cleaning are fundamental components of daily oral hygiene, evidence indicates that mechanical plaque removal alone is often insufficient to…

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How London’s changing dental landscape is driving the need for advanced training

Tipton Training analyses the dental landscape in London – what has changed and how can dental professionals keep up? Over the past decade, patient expectations in dentistry have evolved dramatically, and nowhere is this more apparent than in London. Patients here are highly informed, selective, and outcomes-driven. They research clinicians online, compare treatment options, review…

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Dental graduate NHS tie-in proposed in Scotland

Scottish dental, medical and nursing graduates would have to work in the NHS for five years or repay tuition support under a new Scottish Labour Party tie-in proposal. Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar said he would implement the ‘train here, stay here’ policy if elected as first minister in this year’s Holyrood election. It would…

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How will proposed student loan changes affect dental graduates?

Prime minister Keir Starmer has pledged to make the student loan system ‘fairer’, but what does this mean for the next generation of dental professionals? The government has suggested that reforms of the student loan system such as reducing interest rates and altering the repayment threshold are being considered. The British Dental Association (BDA) welcomed…

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The clinical benefits of daily use of mouthwash

Listerine explains the often overlooked benefits that daily mouthwash can provide and the evidence behind them. Effective plaque control remains the cornerstone of both gingivitis management and the prevention of periodontitis. While mechanical plaque removal through toothbrushing and interdental cleaning is fundamental, evidence shows that mechanical methods alone are often insufficient to achieve and sustain…

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Tailored orthodontic care without compromise

Discover Clarity Portal’s ability to give you the freedom to choose the best orthodontic treatment for your patients. Imagine having the flexibility to treat each patient exactly as their case demands – without being limited by a single modality or platform. Today’s orthodontic landscape is evolving, and so are your patients’ expectations. They want aesthetics,…

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Building surgical confidence and expanding clinical capability in implant dentistry

Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS) introduces Modules 3 and 4 of its Postgraduate Diploma in Dental Implant Reconstructive Surgery. Following the strong diagnostic, planning and restorative foundations established in Modules 1 and 2, clinicians on the Postgraduate Diploma in Dental Implant Reconstructive Surgery at BSMS progress into the core surgical and reconstructive elements of…

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Value today, sell for more tomorrow: a real practice sale success story

Join Nick Moore and James Connan on 4 March at 7pm as they discuss a real practice sale success story demonstrating that you can value today and sell for more tomorrow. By the end of this webinar, attendees will understand how dental practice value can be improved well in advance of a sale. They will…

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I met my younger self for coffee…

Emily Pittard catches up with her younger self to reflect on girlhood, turbulent school years, and inherited strength. I spot her straight away – grass-stained knees, hair doing its own thing, quietly humming to herself while drumming a rhythm on the table with two sugar sticks she’s decided are drumsticks. She’s 10, full throttle, and…

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Over one quarter of Welsh children have experienced tooth decay

Just over 27% of children in Wales were found to have experienced tooth decay in a new survey, which had fallen from 32.4% the previous year. The NHS Wales Dental Epidemiology Programme survey examined the teeth of 8,526 children across Wales in the 2024/5 academic year. It found that in an average class of 30…

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Fluoridation – the way forward

The British Fluoridation Society (BFS) recently held a live webinar to share the learnings from the recent successful expansion of water fluoridation in the north east of England, as this was the first important test of new legislation from the 2022 Health Care Act. This move transferred responsibilities to the Secretary of State, launched by…

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Achieving functional and aesthetic harmony in real-world clinical scenarios

Join Ashish Soneji on 3 March at 7pm as he discusses how to achieve functional and aesthetic harmony in real-world clinical scenarios. This webinar will provide a structured understanding of how to manage challenging everyday clinical scenarios and clinical tool kit required to help you achieve this. Learning outcomes The speaker Ash Soneji qualified from…

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Experts slam dentistry ‘double standard’ as GPs receive funding uplift

The government has announced a £485 million budget uplift for GPs, leading experts to question why funding for dentistry has remained static for so long. The British Dental Association (BDA) said that NHS dentistry has operated with a flat budget for a generation, with government contributions in 2023/24 lower than in 2010/11. Meanwhile, the £485…


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