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Sweden: Muslim dentist loses discrimination lawsuit for refusal to wear short sleeves

A Muslim woman from Kista north of Stockholm who was denied a job as a dentist after refusing to wear short-sleeved work clothes for religious reasons has lost her discrimination case against the Swedish Public Dental Service (Folktandvården). Following the completion of her dental studies in January 2008, the now 29-year-old woman applied for a position with the public dental service in Stockholm.

During the hiring process, she was informed that the dental agency requires personnel to wear short-sleeved gowns when treating patients. But the rules, put in place for hygiene reasons, came into conflict with her Muslim faith, which requires that she show as little skin as possible in public. MORE

Leading Indian origin Cardiff Orthodontist Suspended for six months
A LEADING Cardiff orthodontist has been suspended from the dental register for six months.

The General Dental Council (GDC) yesterday took the action after Virendra Patel was convicted of forgery by Cardiff Magistrates’ Court last year.

The professional conduct committee hearing, in London, told Mr Patel: “The committee considers that in the light of your conviction, and the circumstances which gave rise to it, that your fitness to practice is impaired. MORE HERE 

Management of Dental Patients Who Are HIV Positive

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Is pacifier-sucking detrimental to breast-feeding ? 
The results suggest that mothers might be unable to satisfy their child's sucking urge through breast-feeding alone, and that they use the pacifier as a supplement. Pacifier use does not negatively affect the prevalence of breast-feeding. MORE HERE


Doctors warned about risk of 'Facebook flirts'  BBC news
"We are advising members about the importance of keeping relationships with patients on a professional footing. "This is in line with doctors' ethical duties not to pursue improper relationships with patients."  FULL REPORT

Effect of periodontal treatment on metabolic control, systemic inflammation and cytokines in patients with type 2 diabetes--Journal of Clinical Periodontology, 11/30/09
Correa FOB et al. – The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of periodontal therapy on the circulating concentration of high–sensitivity capsule–reactive protein (hs–CRP), fibrinogen (FIB), interleukin (IL)–4, IL–6, IL–8, IL–10 and tumour necrosis factor–alpha (TNF–alpha) and on the metabolic control in type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) patients. The clinically successful non–surgical periodontal therapy tended to reduce systemic inflammation and the concentration of some circulating cytokines. More HERE

Centre's decision for quota in medical PG not binding on states, says Supreme Court
In a ruling having a major ramification for medical education, the Supreme Court on Wednesday held that the Centre's decision to provide quota for SCs and STs in post-graduate medical courses did not automatically bind the state governments to follow suit and implement it in their medical colleges.

Bench comprising Chief Justice K G Balakrishnan and Justices P Sathasivam and J M Panchal appeared disinclined to grant a direction to the states to follow the example set by the central government. It upheld the Haryana government's decision not to provide quota for SC/ST in PG medical courses.  MORE HERE

Malaysian govt recognises DYPatil University s dental course

The Malaysian health ministry and the Malaysian dental council have recognised the dental surgery degree (BDS) course offered by the Pimpri-based D Y Patil University. This comes close on the heels of a similar recognition extended last year by Malaysia to the university's medical degree (MBBS) course.  MORE HERE

CarieScan for Dental Caries Diagnosis

CarieScan is considered to be a major breakthrough in the diagnosis of dental caries as it can be a valuable clinical aid for the dentists to educate patients on the status of tooth decay and also to motivate them regarding preventive measures.
The unique features of CarieScan include:

- First lightweight and handy caries detection device based on AC Impedance Spectroscopy technique
- More than 92% accuracy in detection of the tooth surface with caries
- Instant display of results
- Works efficiently in the normal oral environment
- No harmful irradiations                 For more visit Cariscan website
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MouthWash can cause Cancer ?
Melbourne, Dec 4 (PTI) Mouthwashes may be recommended to treat dental infection and inflammation, but Australian scientists have claimed that frequent use of these solutions, mostly alcohol-based, increases the risk of oral cancer up to nine times. MORE

Do you Fear You may have Income Tax Raid ?

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