The history of the Faculty of General Dental Practice (UK)

2011 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 91-93
Author(s):  
Shelagh Farrell
Keyword(s):  
Good Practice ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Dental Practice ◽  
Middle Aged ◽  
Dental Surgery ◽  
General Dental Practice ◽  
Dental Practitioners ◽  
History Of

The history of the Faculty of General Dental Practice (UK) starts with the Faculty of Dental Surgery proposing an examination for general dental practitioners – the Membership in General Dental Surgery (MGDS)– first held in 1979. Many of the first graduates were well-established, middle-aged practitioners with a fervour for standards and a will for recognition of good practice. This examination brought them no reward except self-esteem and camaraderie with like-thinking practitioners.

scholarly journals The rise and rise of the MJDF

2010 ◽  
Vol 92 (9) ◽  
pp. 308-309
Author(s):  
Michael Escudier
Keyword(s):  
Career Choices ◽  
Training Programme ◽  
Early Years ◽  
Dental Practice ◽  
Specialist Training ◽  
Dental Surgery ◽  
General Dental Practice ◽  
Dental Practitioners ◽  
The Uk ◽  
Areas Of Interest

All dental graduates now enter a foundation training programme that prepares them for further career choices in terms of general dental practice (with the option of developing enhanced skills in areas of interest) and specialist training pathways. The Faculty of General Dental Practice (UK) (FGDP(UK)) and Faculty of Dental Surgery (FDS) at The Royal College of Surgeons of England offer a single assessment as a clear marker of the successful completion of this period of training: the Diploma of Membership of the Joint Dental Faculties (MJDF). This enables career choices to be held open in the important early years following graduation. The graduate may then choose to follow the FGDP(UK)'s Career Pathway for general dental practitioners or specialist training pathways offered by the FDS and other dental faculties in the UK.

The Provision of Occlusal Splints in Primary Dental Care

2000 ◽  
Vol os7 (3) ◽  
pp. 109-113 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kalpesh Patel ◽  
Kenneth W Hemmings ◽  
Simon Vaughan
Keyword(s):  
Treatment Plan ◽  
Acrylic Resin ◽  
Dental Practice ◽  
Occlusal Splint ◽  
Occlusal Splints ◽  
General Dental Practice ◽  
General Dental Practitioner ◽  
Dental Practitioners ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Conservative Dentistry

Occlusal splints (Michigan splints, night/bite guards or bite-raising appliances) can be an effective, inexpensive and reversible treatment for a wide range of dental problems. Objective The aim of this study was to analyse retrospectively the provision of occlusal splint (‘Michigan’ type) in general dental practice, following a prescription by a restorative dental consultant. Method One hundred patients were recruited from consultant clinics in a department of conservative dentistry during 1995 and 1996. All patients were prescribed a maxillary, full-coverage, heat-cured, acrylic-resin splint (Michigan splint) as part of a treatment plan. An explanatory letter and questionnaire were sent to all patients and to their referring general dental practitioner in 1997 and 1998. Results A response rate of 79% was achieved in obtaining completed questionnaires from both patients and general dental practitioners. Of respondents 43% (34/79) received an occlusal splint of some form. A small proportion of the respondents (16.5% [13/79]) received a Michigan splint as prescribed. Irrespective of the type of appliance provided, most patients (82% [28/34]) found them helpful. Of those who did not receive an occlusal splint, 38% (17/45) of patients felt financial implications deterred them from obtaining an appliance. Other common reasons for non-provision included: patients felt that symptoms had improved (18% [8/45]) and patients did not agree with treatment (18% [8/45]). The general dental practitioners had similar opinions to their patients. Discussion These findings raise some serious doubts on the efficacy of consultant clinic advice in the prescription of occlusal splints in general dental practice. The financial and educational issues raised by this study will need to be addressed to improve service provision. Conclusion The results of this study indicate that 16.5% of patient respondents prescribed a Michigan splint at a consultant clinic received such an appliance in general dental practice.

An Investigation into the Bitewing Radiographic Prescribing Patterns of West Kent General Dental Practitioners

2011 ◽  
Vol os18 (3) ◽  
pp. 107-114
Author(s):  
Peter W Mauthe ◽  
Kenneth A Eaton
Keyword(s):  
Behavioural Change ◽  
Primary Care Trust ◽  
Prescribing Patterns ◽  
Caries Detection ◽  
Practice Research ◽  
Dental Practice ◽  
The West ◽  
Bitewing Radiography ◽  
General Dental Practice ◽  
Dental Practitioners

Aims The primary aims of the study were to investigate the use of bitewing radiography within primary dental care and adherence to guidelines on bitewing radiography by general dental practitioners (GDPs) in the West Kent Primary Care Trust (PCT) area. Within the overall aims, the study had objectives to investigate the use of radiographic guidelines, audit and caries risk assessment, the influence of private and National Health Service (NHS) practice, and the influence of the demographic profile of the GDPs on these variables. Methods Data were gathered via a piloted self-completion questionnaire, circulated to all GDPs listed on the NHS Choices website as practising in the West Kent PCT area. Three mailings and follow-up telephone calls were used. The resulting data were entered into a statistical software database and, where relevant, statistically tested, using the chi-square test. Results Of 223 GDPs, 167 responded (75%). GDPs with a high NHS commitment were significantly less likely to follow Faculty of General Dental Practice (UK) guidance on prescribing bitewing radiographs for adults ( P<0.01) and children ( P<0.05) than were mainly private GDPs. Mainly NHS GDPs were more likely ‘always/mostly’ to follow National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence guidance (83 compared to 59) ( P<0.05) and also to risk-assess patients (83 compared to 62). Only 115 (71%) had carried out a radio graphic audit or peer review in the preceding three years. Those with postgraduate qualifications were more likely ( P<0.05) to carry out radiographic audit. Conclusions The study confirmed previous research reporting the under-use of radiography for caries detection and also the failure of some GDPs to comply with ionising radiation regulations. West Kent GDPs with a high NHS commitment were less likely to follow radiographic guidance than their private counterparts. This suggests that further efforts to disseminate information on radiographic guidelines and to educate GDPs are necessary to improve adherence with all aspects of radiography within general dental practice. Research into factors that influence GDPs’ decision-making with regards to radiographic prescription may further inform the profession as to the best methods to lead to behavioural change. The dental profession and its regulators need to make a concerted effort to educate and inform GDPs so that this behaviour is modified.

scholarly journals MJDF: frequently asked questions

2007 ◽  
Vol 89 (5) ◽  
pp. 172-173
Author(s):  
Nikolaus Palmer ◽  
Farida Fortune
Keyword(s):  
Dental Practice ◽  
Dental Surgery ◽  
Department Of Health ◽  
General Dental Practice ◽  
Postgraduate Qualification

The MJDF is the new Diploma of Membership of the joint dental faculties, the Faculty of Dental Surgery (FDS) and Faculty of General Dental Practice (UK) (FGDP(UK)). It will progressively replace the existing membership examinations of each faculty (MFDS and MFGDP(UK)) from autumn 2007. The examination is designed to assess the competencies set out in the new Department of Health foundation training (GPT) curriculum, but is relevant and available to all dentists wishing to obtain a postgraduate qualification.

Primary Care Clinicians and the Detection and Referral of Potentially Malignant Disorders in the Mouth: A Summary of the Current Evidence

2010 ◽  
Vol os17 (2) ◽  
pp. 65-71 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paul R Brocklehurst ◽  
Sarah R Baker ◽  
Paul M Speight
Keyword(s):  
Oral Cancer ◽  
British Society ◽  
Current Evidence ◽  
Dental Practice ◽  
General Medical Practitioner ◽  
Dental Surgery ◽  
Dental Practitioners ◽  
Potentially Malignant Disorders ◽  
Potentially Malignant ◽  
The Impact

The importance of detecting oral malignant disease is paramount. Recent government strategies have placed an emphasis on the early detection of cancer. This paper presents a brief account of the current debate around the role of oral cancer screening and provides a summary of the results of three practice-based studies that were supported by the British Society for General Dental Surgery and the Faculty of General Dental Practice (UK). Overall, there appears to be a lack of rigour among some general dental practitioners when screening for potentially malignant disorders and their incidence in dental practice is perceived to be low. Barriers remain to the implementation of smoking-cessation schemes and many general dental practitioners feel out of their depth in tackling the abuse of alcohol, despite recognising its importance as a risk factor. Patients continue to present to their general medical practitioner (GMP) when they are concerned about something in their mouth that is not related to their teeth. GMPs’ ability to manage early oral cancer is discussed. A prospective randomised controlled trial (RCT), or a demonstration study, is recommended to investigate the numbers of cases of oral cancer diagnosed in primary dental care and primary medical care and to develop standardised referral criteria for early cases of this disease to reduce under- and over-referral. The RCT could also examine the potential of using auxiliary healthcare workers and examine the impact of such a programme upon secondary care services.

Diplomates Day 2012

2012 ◽  
Vol os19 (2) ◽  
pp. 92-94
Author(s):  
Kenneth A Eaton
Keyword(s):  
Royal College ◽  
Vice President ◽  
Dental Practice ◽  
Dental Surgery ◽  
General Dental Practice

On Saturday, 3rd March 2012, the Faculty of General Dental Practice (UK) hosted its annual Ceremony of Presentation of Diplomates. A total of 118 individuals received diplomas in a packed Edward Lumley Hall at The Royal College of Surgeons of England. At 2.00 pm, a procession led by the carrier of the College's George IV mace, the President and Vice-President of the College, and the Deans of the Faculties of General Dental Practice (UK) and Dental Surgery entered the hall and proceeded to the stage.

scholarly journals The Evolution of Dentists with Enhanced Skills

2015 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 66-69 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eric Rooney
Keyword(s):  
Dental Practice ◽  
Dental Surgery ◽  
General Dental Practice ◽  
Recent Activity

Although we think of the work on dentists with enhanced skills (DES) as a recent activity, the evolution of the concept has been going on since at least 2000. Both the Faculty of General Dental Practice (FGDP[UK]) and the Faculty of Dental Surgery have had their part to play in the story.

Primary Dental Care in Japan: Organisation, Management and Delivery

2000 ◽  
Vol os7 (3) ◽  
pp. 121-123
Author(s):  
Sneha Thakrar
Keyword(s):  
Dental Care ◽  
Work Ethic ◽  
Business Management ◽  
Western World ◽  
Dental Practice ◽  
General Dental Practice ◽  
Dental Practitioners ◽  
Organisation Management

The Japanese system of business management and work ethic has been the envy of many in the Western world and many have visited the country to study the methods employed for success. As winner of the Faculty of General Dental Practitioners (UK)'s Stafford-Miller Travelling Scholarship, I spent four weeks in Japan visiting various dental institutions and examining general dental practice.1

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