Dentaltown Magazine - March 2017 - UK Edition

Articles
Dentists complete Atlantic Challenge Two Devon dentists conquer the Atlantic Ocean in just 51 days in a rowing boat.
by Natalie Woods, dentaltownUK Staff Writer
Two Devon dentists conquer the Atlantic Ocean in just 51 days in a rowing boat.
Through the keyhole: surgery- Home and Away Dentaltownuk’s recurring feature takes you through the keyhole into surgeries in the UK and around the world.
Dentaltownuk’s recurring feature takes you through the keyhole into surgeries in the UK and around the world.
The Curious History of Occlusion in Dentistry Drs. Barry Glassman and Don Malizia discuss some myths about occlusion and bites, and challenge restorative dentists to rethink “what they know.”
by Drs. Barry Glassman and Don Malizia
Drs. Barry Glassman and Don Malizia discuss some myths about occlusion and bites, and challenge restorative dentists to rethink “what they know.”
Keep it Simple Stupid Dr Zaki Kanaan argues the case that when it comes to implants, treatment should be kept as simple as possible.
by Dr. Zaki Kanaan
Dr Zaki Kanaan argues the case that when it comes to implants, treatment should be kept as simple as possible.
Space Invaders Premature tooth loss in kids brings the risk of shifting  and migration. Discover how maintainers can be used  to halt the progress
by Dr. Jarod Johnson
Premature tooth loss in kids brings the risk of shifting and migration. Discover how maintainers can be used to halt the progress
Reduce Dental Anxiety Dental Anxiety Significantly Reduced with Breakthrough Microcurrent Treatment
by Jenny Liddle
Dental Anxiety Significantly Reduced with Breakthrough Microcurrent Treatment
Work Life Balance With increasing reports of stress among people working in dentistry, we have asked Niall Campbell to lead a series on the important topic of ‘work life balance’. Niall will coach us over the coming issues to help us find our own balance and thus reduce stress.
by Dr. Niall Campbell
With increasing reports of stress among people working in dentistry, we have asked Niall Campbell to lead a series on the important topic of ‘work life balance’. Niall will coach us over the coming issues to help us find our own balance and thus reduce stress.
In This Issue
Hello and Welcome to dentaltownUK
by Mike Gow, DentaltownUK Editor
Meet the Team We are delighted to introduce our Honorary Editorial Board
We are delighted to introduce our Honorary Editorial Board
Howard Speaks: An Epic Implantologist Dentaltown founder Howard Farran’s 2016 podcast with implant pioneer Dr. Carl E. Misch was a legendary 2.5-hour discussion. We kick off our special section with the first highlights of the talk.
by Howard Farran, DDS, MBA, publisher, Dentaltown Magazine
Dentaltown founder Howard Farran’s 2016 podcast with implant pioneer Dr. Carl E. Misch was a legendary 2.5-hour discussion. We kick off our special section with the first highlights of the talk.
The Dentist Show Much more than a tradeshow
by James Russell
Much more than a tradeshow
Making a Good First Impression: To pave the way for a great final result, use the right techniques a Dr. Geetha Damodaran shares her process for taking accurate traditional impressions—a must when submitting information to clear-aligner companies.
by Dr. Geetha Damodaran
Dr. Geetha Damodaran shares her process for taking accurate traditional impressions—a must when submitting information to clear-aligner companies.
Crowning a Winner Dr. Isaias Íñiguez shares a case study about retrofitting a crown on a compromised endodontic-treated tooth.
by Dr. Isaias Íñiguez
Dr. Isaias Íñiguez shares a case study about retrofitting a crown on a compromised endodontic-treated tooth.
CE: Honing Our Edge: Options for Maintaining Periodontal Hand Instruments Clinical dental hygiene instructor Karen Siebert discusses the risks that dull hand instruments can pose to patient and practitioners alike, and the options for manual and mechanical sharpening of tools.
by Karen Siebert
Clinical dental hygiene instructor Karen Siebert discusses the risks that dull hand instruments can pose to patient and practitioners alike, and the options for manual and mechanical sharpening of tools.
Does My Patient Need a Gum Graft? Dentaltown board member Dr. Brian Gurinsky discusses the classification system for tissue grafts, and how to understand how to determine if a patient needs one.
by Dr. Brian S. Gurinsky
Dentaltown board member Dr. Brian Gurinsky discusses the classification system for tissue grafts, and how to understand how to determine if a patient needs one.
Time Out Discover seven Easy steps to create more opportunities to provide more Teeth Whitening Treatments and increase your turnover and profits.
by Ashley Latter
Discover seven Easy steps to create more opportunities to provide more Teeth Whitening Treatments and increase your turnover and profits.
Simply The Best 5 steps to building a great team, and 4 ways to overcome some common obstacles.
by Sandy Pardue
5 steps to building a great team, and 4 ways to overcome some common obstacles.
Corporate Profile: The Era of All-Digital Imaging Technology is constantly changing and it’s always important to keep up with these changes. Learn about Schick by Sirona, the company’s digital intraoral sensor, and the importance of digital imaging software.
by Kyle Patton, associate editor, Dentaltown magazine
Technology is constantly changing and it’s always important to keep up with these changes. Learn about Schick by Sirona, the company’s digital intraoral sensor, and the importance of digital imaging software.
Lifestyle Section This exciting, new, fun and interesting section showcases and shares some of the interests and activities that we get up to away from work!
This exciting, new, fun and interesting section showcases and shares some of the interests and activities that we get up to away from work!
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