A dental practice needs to follow strict rules and guidelines around the storage and waste of various products and materials. Gypsum is no different. It is a key tool when producing three-dimensional models for treatment planning in orthodontic, restorative...
There are several reasons why the physical environment is so crucial for a positive patient experience. First impressions can have a significant impact on the perception a patient has of the practice, how they describe it to others and...
The concept of “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” can be employed in dental practices as a way of boosting sustainability. Step one is about decreasing the amount of waste that is generated in the first place. This might involve replacing single-use...
Public health bodies acknowledge hand hygiene worldwide as one of the most important factors in preventing the spread of pathogens.1 Public awareness campaigns placed significant emphasis on the role of handwashing in slowing the spread of the virus during...
Within dentistry, stringent dental infection control measures are vital in order to protect patients and staff. Dental professionals must decontaminate their equipment, implement a dirty-to-clean workflow, and dispose of their waste correctly. However, infection control is a continuous battle,...
In 2018, 14.7% of the UK population smoked – in 2019, it dropped to 14.1%.1 Although fewer people are now smoking compared to previous years, smoking is still a significant healthcare concern. Smoking can trigger many health issues, both...
In the space of the last 30 years, the UK has become 0.9°C warmer and experienced 6% more rainfall.[1] While these changes may not seem drastic, even minor climate change is a serious problem. Indeed, we are already experiencing...
With litigation being a top concern for the vast majority of dental professionals[1], ensuring that records are watertight continues to be a top priority. But is your practice still using paper for certain records when it could go digital?...