From RadcliffesLeBrasseur via Lexology At the heart of the judgment in Richard v BBC lies the significant determination that “as a matter of general principle, a suspect has a reasonable expectation of privacy in relation to a police investigation”. …..the judgment provides a useful opportunity to consider a long standing and unprincipled disparity between theContinue reading “Sir Cliff’s victory: Why registrants with the General Dental Council should care.”
Category Archives: Dentistry
HPV vaccination – isn’t it time?
The science is there, isn’t it time the political will was there? Dear Dr Rees, I wanted you to be the first to know. We’ve just got word that the UK Government’s scientific advisors have finally listened, and have recommended expansion of Human papilloma virus (HPV) vaccination programme to cover school-age boys. HPV has beenContinue reading “HPV vaccination – isn’t it time?”
Pass the parcel Part 94, now it’s Portman’s turn.
Swiss firm joins £300m race for Cheltenham winner’s dental chain Jacobs Holding is among the suitors trying to get in the saddle with Cheltenham-winning jockey Sam Waley-Cohen, Sky News learns. A Swiss family office whose investment firepower was partly generated by an international chocolate producer has joined the £300m race to buy the dental chainContinue reading “Pass the parcel Part 94, now it’s Portman’s turn.”
Specialist subjects?
I tried, I really did, I blocked my ears, turned my phone and other distractions off, reduced the sceptic factor setting as low as it would go and concentrated. The I came to some of the language used and the “mummy knows best” tone. HEE (NHS Leadership Academy) to develop and pilot a self-help, teamContinue reading “Specialist subjects?”
The Incisal Edge Podcast – Running an Event – with Chris Baker
Ever considered holding an event to promote your practice? Then be sure to listen to my latest podcast conversation with Chris Baker from Corona Dental Marketing where we discuss the benefits and challenges of organising events.
Address To The Toothache – Burns Night
Researching for my “Toast to the Lassies” at the Burns Supper at The Celtic Ross Hotel tonight, I came across this poem: Address To The Toothache My curse upon your venom’d stang, That shoots my tortur’d gums alang, An’ thro’ my lug gies mony a twang, Wi’ gnawing vengeance, Tearing my nerves wi’ bitter pang,Continue reading “Address To The Toothache – Burns Night”
Health Factory
I am fortunate, and grateful, to have a brother whose inclination and job means that he has an interest in many fields of medicine. Education, research, clinical and academia all provide him with stimulation. We are able to learn from each other (although I believe the balance favours and benefits me). A part of hisContinue reading “Health Factory”
For Movies read Health (including Dentistry)
One of my favourite podcasts is “Here’s the thing” which is introduced by the actor Alec Baldwin. It has a simple format, Alec talks to someone who interests him. On a recent episode his guest was veteran actor and activist James Cromwell, their discussion took in some of the big problems with the (Hollywood) movieContinue reading “For Movies read Health (including Dentistry)”
BPP shuts dental course as regulator raises safety concerns – Laurie Taylor’s take.
Students on course forced to find alternative programmes, as government plans to open English sector further to new providers. First, the truth: BPP University has shut a dentistry course after it failed to meet General Dental Council standards, leaving new students unable to start and existing undergraduates facing an uncertain future. Events at BPP, whichContinue reading “BPP shuts dental course as regulator raises safety concerns – Laurie Taylor’s take.”
The Incisal Edge Podcast – Public Relations for Dentists with Chris Baker
In their second conversation in the pod, Alun and Chris Baker from Corona Design & Communications talk about the best way to use local Public Relations to promote your Dental Practice. https://theincisaledge.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/corona-2.m4a
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