British dental journal
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British dental journal · Jul 2012
ReviewInduction training for senior house officers in oral and maxillofacial surgery: literature review and local evaluation.
Induction for junior doctors is an important part of training where they can gain knowledge, confidence and integration into the hospital team. Dentally trained oral and maxillofacial surgery (OMFS) senior house officers (SHOs) enter into this unfamiliar environment often with limited experience. The OMFS SHO induction process is an expected and essential part of hospital training. ⋯ The current literature and local departmental evaluation suggests changes are required. There appear to be discrepancies in the perceived role of induction and the inductions provided. The literature review and study examines the attitudes towards induction training and recommendations for improvement.
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British dental journal · Jun 2012
Case ReportsPost-implant neuropathy of the trigeminal nerve. A case series.
The incidence of implant-related inferior alveolar nerve injuries (IANI) is steadily increasing within the UK population. ⋯ Consent, preoperative planning and appropriate referral were inadequate in provision of mandibular implants in this patient group. Recommendations have been proposed to improve practice and possible novel strategies are suggested for the prevention and improved management of these complications.
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Frank Holloway was installed as the new President of the British Dental Association at the 2012 British Dental Conference and Exhibition held in Manchester on 26-28th April 2012. The following is his presidential address.