Who rules DCI ?
Shocking -Dr Ketan Desai nominated to DCI for record 4th time by Gujrat university. No one else filed nomination so Desai was declared elected unanimously said VC of university. What is Desai s interest in DCI ? think about it..is he the one calling shots ? MORE HERE
Dentist looses License in Oman
Dentist has been barred from renewing his professional licence for his negligence in dealing with a patient.Saif al Nabhani, Adviser and DG of Private Health Clinics, stated that “it is the ministry’s role is to supervise the performance of private health sector to ensure the provisions and terms are applied. LINK
High court cancels PG admission
Rajasthan high court has cancelled the admission of doctors for post-graduate courses at the Jaipur. 27 students who secured admission in the university would be affected by the decision. All admissions were illegal because selected doctors and relatives of influential persons were admitted without a common entrance test..MORE HERE
Dental college faces negligence case
The south-division police have dashed off notices to the management of Dayananda Sagar Dental College and Hospital demanding why safety nets or other safety measures were not in place below an open passage where a 55-year-old worker accidentally fell 60 feet to her death. MORE HERE
Royal college to honor India born dental surgeon
Jatin Shah, a North America-based head and neck cancer surgeon, will receive the prestigious honorary fellowship in dental surgery from the RCSEd’s Faculty of Dental Surgery.
Commenting on Shah’s nomination, Richard Ibbetson, dean of the RCSEd’s Dental Faculty, said: “Professor Shah is one of the most distinguished and leading figures worldwide in the field of oral oncology. His significant contribution to health care and education, particularly in the field of oral cancer, worldwide, deserves to be duly recognised.”
Shah is also Chair of the Council of the International Academy of Oral Oncology (IAOO). NEWSLINK …..LINK2
Disgusting Toothbrush
Your toothbrush looks innocent enough sitting on your bathroom sink. But before you put it in your mouth, consider this: the average toothbrush can contain 10 million bacteria or more—including E. coli and Staph, according to a study at the University of Manchester in England.
Putting family toothbrushes together in one container, the bacteria can spread from one to the other if the heads are touching. That’s an especially bad idea if one person is sick.
Along the same lines, it’s possible for germs to be transmitted from one brush to another by sharing toothpaste. MORE HERE
Gum disease prevalence surpasses diabetes with nearly 65 million affected
With one in every two adults age 30 and older suffering from periodontal disease, commonly referred to as gum disease, the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) is calling for Americans to Love the Gums You’re With and take better care of their gums. Periodontal disease can lead to receding gums, bone damage, loss of teeth, and can increase the risk of other health problems such as heart disease and diabetes. Despite its prevalence, periodontal disease is hardly ever discussed, resulting in a lack of urgency for people to properly care for their gums. Simple steps like brushing twice a day, flossing daily and receiving an annual comprehensive periodontal evaluation from a periodontist can help detect and prevent gum disease. MORE
New rapid test for fluoride level in drinking water ...MORE HERE
Dental clinic is unique
For example, the college’s dental clinic is run by a 50-year-old woman with no formal training or dental expertise. In fact, the woman is actually completely illiterate. Despite these limitations, she is able to successfully operate the college’s clinic. MORE HERE
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