Practice manager jailed for seven years after siphoning almost $1 million from boss


Tina Maree Bartlem, 35, transferred money from Robina Town Dental into her own account at least 250 times over three years while working as practice manager.



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Osteology Symposium to be held in Australia for the first time


For the first time in the Osteology Foundation’s history, Melbourne will play host to one of the three Asia-Pacific symposiums. Themed “Strategies for predictable regeneration—Today and tomorrow”, the scientific programme will delve intensively into the current status of knowledge and research in oral tissue regeneration, discussing new trends and techniques in the field.


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ADIA Code Revised And To Be Considered By Members


ADIA Member businesses are being asked to approve a new edition of the ADIA Code of Practice that seeks to preserve the independence of decision-making by healthcare professionals, ensuring that that this is not compromised by inappropriate product promotion.


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Leukoplakia: Symptoms, causes, and prevention


Leukoplakia is a condition that causes thick, plaque-like white patches on the tongue, gums, and lining of the mouth.


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Dentist suspended when his poor hygiene practices put patients at risk of hepatitis and HIV can work again


Dr Samson Sing Hon Chan and four of his staff were suspended over poor hygiene standards that may have exposed up to 11,000 people to blood-borne diseases in 2015.


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The ADAF is changing its name to the Australian Dental Health Foundation


Since its foundation in 2008, the Australian Dental Association Foundation has devoted itself to improving the oral health of disadvantaged Australians, many of whom do not receive the dental care they need because of financial, geographical or social restrictions.


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Global Dental Fittings Market - Size, Projections, Drivers, Trends, Vendors, and Analysis Through 2021 by Technavio


In this report, Technavio covers the market outlook and growth prospects of the global dental fittings market for 2017-2021. Based on the end-users, the market is divided into hospital and dental clinic segments.


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Recreational cannabis, used often, increases risk of gum disease


Columbia University dental researchers have found that frequent recreational use of cannabis -- including marijuana, hashish, and hash oil -- increases the risk of gum disease.


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Photos: In 19th and early 20th Century dentistry was done by barbers and blacksmiths


Open wide! Back-street horror of Victorian dentistry exposed in grim photos from a time when a toothache would mean a painful trip to the barber


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