Blog
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While your kids get hopping mad for Easter, don’t forget to look after their teeth!
Feb 29, 2016, 11:49 AM
It only seems like yesterday we were reminding parents to keep an eye on the sugar intake over Christmas, and now it’s time to put our prevention pants on again, as the Easter egg feast is on the horizon!
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The mydentist Smile Mobile is educating children around the UK how to have a happy healthy mouth!
Feb 29, 2016, 11:19 AM
Sadly, almost a third of UK children develop tooth decay. But, the good news is it’s entirely preventable. Regular visits to the dentist along with a good diet and brushing technique help children avoid problems with their teeth and gums.
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An update on our work with Bridge2Aid
Feb 29, 2016, 11:07 AM
Mydentist is so honoured to be gold unity partners with clinical charity, Bridge 2 Aid, and we recently received an update on our annual donation – which goes towards training clinical officers in Tanzania so they can provide emergency dental care.
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Mydentist sheds a more positive light on our oral hygiene to mark National Toothache Day!
Feb 29, 2016, 10:55 AM
Most of us were so busy buying pancake mixture on February 9th that we weren’t even aware that it was also National Toothache Day (ironic, we know!).
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Ever wondered what it’s like to be an orthodontist? We recently spoke with Peter Boyd, Orthodontist at mydentist’s Orthosolutions Leeds, about his career
Feb 10, 2016, 10:32 AM
Peter, who grew up in Northern Ireland, qualified as a dentist at the University of Glasgow in 2002. He undertook his specialist orthodontic training at Leeds Dental Institute and York Hospital.
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Interview with Farshea Khan an inspirational mydentist Hygienist
Feb 10, 2016, 10:29 AM
My passion for a career in dentistry began at a very young age when I came into a regular contact with a myriad of dental professionals.
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Half term is here – take advantage!
Jan 22, 2016, 10:34 AM
Why not make your life a little easier this February half-term and book your check-ups … and, guess what? mydentist is giving away the chance to win Colgate goodies for the whole family!
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New Year, New You - but don’t take the risk for a whiter smile
Jan 11, 2016, 15:13 PM
As people in the UK go to new lengths to get the Hollywood smile, mydentist urges patients to think safe and speak to us about our professional whitening treatments, instead of taking the risk with somebody unregistered to do so.
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mydentist twitter followers had #awhiterchristmas
Jan 11, 2016, 14:53 PM
To introduce our Christmas Colgate whitening bundle to our wonderful customers, we launched our 12 days of Christmas selfie campaign.
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It’s all smiles in Northern Ireland
Jan 11, 2016, 14:00 PM
With six state of the art practices launching across Northern Ireland, mydentist are providing more reasons than ever, to create a brighter smile.
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Guest blog! What’s it like being a CSM for mydentist?
Dec 18, 2015, 15:33 PM
Ruth Patefield, clinical support manager (CSM) for East Lancashire and Bradford/Halifax speaks to us about her role.
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One of our dentists is travelling to Greece with sister for Christmas refugee appeal
Dec 18, 2015, 15:30 PM
One of our dentists from our Llangefni practice in Wales is preparing to become one of only a small number of British dentists to deliver emergency aid to refugees in one of the hardest hit areas in Greece this Christmas.
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It’s all smiles in Edinburgh as we launch two luxurious private dental practices!
Dec 18, 2015, 15:21 PM
We’re delighted to be debuting two stylish, contemporary practices in the vibrant heart of Edinburgh. The sites at Commercial Quay and Frederick Street will both offer cutting edge standard dental treatments, as well as the latest in cosmetic dentistry procedures.
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mydentist supports local football team set up in memory of practice managers nephew
Dec 18, 2015, 15:14 PM
Big Smile Blog Editor, Nicole Addy, tells us about how mydentist has helped a local football team stand out from the crowd with brand new kits
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Christmas is around the corner, are you thinking about your children’s teeth this Christmas
Nov 26, 2015, 09:30 AM
Remember the catchy Christmas jingle ‘All I want for Christmas is my two front teeth’? As your children dig into selection boxes and festive treats, perhaps there’s a message in this old song that we should be heeding.
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Did you know you could donate your unwanted dental metals to charity?
Nov 20, 2015, 11:01 AM
We raise lots of money around the business through fundraising events, and last year we introduced a brand new initiative called Star Refining, whereby our practice teams offer patients the chance to donate their unwanted metals such as crowns and bridges,. These are then melted down and cashed in – with ALL of the profits going to Children with Cancer UK.
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Interested in facial aesthetics? mydentist goes the extra mile to ensure patient care
Nov 17, 2015, 11:08 AM
As we get older, we start to become wearier of our appearance and the lines that start to appear on the surface – and there’s plenty of ways nowadays to support your beauty regiment whether you’re male or female. But, with all the facial aesthetics options available on the market at the moment, what’s the best option for you.
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Oral hygiene - what changes as we get older?
Nov 2, 2015, 14:49 PM
Throughout our life, there’s one basic routine which we all need to maintain as part of a healthy lifestyle – a good oral hygiene routine! Your teeth can last a lifetime with proper home care and regular dental check-ups. However, the natural aging process does take its toll on your teeth and there are a number of issues in your senior years which can impact on your oral health.
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It’s Mouth Cancer Action Month, so let’s take action!
Nov 2, 2015, 14:43 PM
Mouth cancer is one of the UK’s fastest increasing cancers, with cases up by almost 40 per cent in the last decade and 70 per cent of cases diagnosed in men.
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mydentist support centre teams are taking on the Movember Challenge!
Nov 2, 2015, 14:40 PM
November is here, and amongst the dark nights, fireworks and chilly air, there’s one thing which November is becoming more and more known for – Moustaches!
Events
At mydentist we have a busy schedule of online and face-to-face CPD designed to support clinicians and dental nurses in developing their careers. We partner with industry experts to deliver training in a range of diverse topics. Colleagues who currently work at mydentist can register via the mydentist academy. The online webinars available for external clinicians can be accessed here: