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What is the difference between an orthodontist and a dentist? Find out the answer to this and other FAQ’s regarding orthodontistry… Many people don’t really know the difference between a dentist and an orthodontist until they are told that they might benefit from orthodontic treatment. A typical dictionary definition of dentistry will invariably mention the…

“The dentist will see you now.” These are the words which tell patients it is time to put down the glossy waiting-room magazine and enter the room with the couch and the bright lights. But what type of dentist will they see? The General Dental Council (GDC) recognise 13 dental specialties – a dentist can…

A warm welcome to Joanna and Kosta and sad goodbyes to Alastair and Bineeta Dear patients, We would like to inform you of some recent changes at the practice. One of our hygienists, Alastair, has been offered a dental research position at Glaxo Smith Kline. This is an excellent opportunity for him and we wish…

Discounted cosmetic dentistry, electric toothbrushes and the world’s best toothpaste: some great early Christmas presents that will get your teeth ready for the festive season Christmas is a challenging time for people who like to look after their teeth. The rich food and mulled wine on offer at office parties and Yuletide family gatherings can…

Teeth are brilliant aren’t they? They outlast ephemeral skin, flesh and even bones by millions of years thanks to their strong enamel. They even survive intense heat and if an animal is unfortunate enough to lose them through injury or illness then its life hangs in the balance – a battle against starvation. For palaeontologists…

Dental assistant Sara Mohammadi looks back on her first two months at Putney dental practice Ethicare I have been at Ethicare Dental for two months now and have to say that the time has flown by; maybe it’s because the patients and the rest of the team are so lovely here! It is always so…

Can looking after oral health also protect against strokes, diabetes and cancer? Anyone who thought that the only connection between their heart and their mouth is the phrase “my heart was in my mouth” should think again; new research claims to have established another clear link between oral health and heart health. This week’s meeting…

A leading dentist has told MPs that patients aged over 45 need more specialist dental treatment than younger patients. According to dentistry.co.uk, Professor Jimmy Steele, speaking at a Westminster meeting of the all-Parliamentary group for dentistry at the beginning of November (2011), claimed that the over-45s need better-targeted treatment. This, he said, would best maintain…

How do these two different types of braces score when it comes to factors such as appearance, flexibility and hygiene? Once upon a time, fixed braces were the only way of straightening and re-aligning your teeth. But the advent of clear removable aligners such as Invisalign has given dental patients another option and a dilemma;…

Good news for electric toothbrush fans and bad news for English rugby players and Leicester 12-year-olds in this October dental news round-up Bruxism Awareness week Are you reading this article in the week 24th to 30th October 2011? If so, did you realise that it is Bruxism Awareness Week and do you know what Bruxism…

How has Putney dental practice Ethicare survived and thrived during four years of economic hard times? When London dental practice Ethicare first opened its doors on January 14th 2008, it was the start of an exciting new year full of promise. It was also, unfortunately, three months before the start of a recession. I spoke…

Ethicare’s new dental nurse Sara Mommadi talks about the first two weeks in the job I have successfully finished my first two weeks as dental practice manager for London dentist Ethicare Dental. I have learned so much already and feel great here. Coming from dental jobs where there was lots of stress and impoliteness to…