Re-connecting the tribe
The IDA’s Annual Conference is back live and in person in the City of Tribes this May, with the theme of ‘Re-connect’ one we can all get behind.
Fit for purpose
The Dental Council of Ireland is engaged in a process of updating its codes of practice.
Above and beyond
The Colgate Caring Dentist and Dental Team Awards returned in November with fantastic stories of dentists who went the extra mile for their patients in a time of national crisis.
Dentistry – a family tradition
Dr Peter Cowan tells the story of his family, which boasts four generations of unbroken tradition in dentistry, spanning over 120 years.
Bringing their brilliance
The IDA has recently launched a campaign to attract more foreign-trained dentists into Ireland.
Running smoothly
Dr Clodagh McAllister has many things on her agenda as IDA President, including the DTSS contract and Covid-19, but says her number one aim is to continue the steady governance of the IDA.
Oral hygiene: supporting people with ID and their carers
Catherine Waldron PhD, who is interviewed on page 170 of this edition, outlines her research into oral health interventions for people with intellectual disability.
Stopping the invasion
Dr Jeanette MacLean is looking forward to addressing Irish dentists at the IDA Conference and spreading her message about the benefits of minimally invasive treatment in children.
Not another Zoom call
The IDA Annual Conference goes virtual for 2021 and will be a professional, expert-led, educational event.