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So, election fever has finally gripped the country as the ‘UK’s worst kept secret’ of a May 6th General Election has been announced by Prime Minister Gordon Brown. Surprisingly, NHS dentistry has hit the headlines early in the process as Tory Shadow Health Secretary Andrew Lansley visited a dental practice in Reading West, a hotly contested seat – and gave the Tory view on dental provision. With this campaign being one the most publicly fought election in the UK, thanks to our 24/7 need-to-know-all society of news channels and social media, it’s going to be hard to get away from all aspects of the election (although I’ll be giving it a good go – I’m in Tanzania with B2A for two weeks before the elec- tion!). I’m sure that NHS den- tistry will remain at the forefront of the campaign trail, and I hope that after its all over, nothing but good will come out of it for prac- titioners and patients. And at least it’ll give us something else to concentrate on than a certain striker’s ankle and an upcoming foot- ball event... DT Do you have an opinion or some- thing to say on any Dental Tribune UK article? Or would you like to write your own opinion for our guest comment page? If so don’t hesitate to write to: The Editor, Dental Tribune UK Ltd, 4th Floor, Treasure House, 19-21 Hatton Garden, London, EC1 8BA Or email: lisa@dentaltribuneuk.com Editorial comment Election fever – there is no cure! ‘ ‘ www.colgateprofessional.co.uk Colgate® Sensitive Pro-Relief™ with Pro-Argin™ Technology is the first tooth- paste that is clinically proven to provide instant & lasting sensitivity relief1-6 : • Instant relief when applied directly to the sensitive tooth with the fingertip and gently massaged for one minute1 • Clinical studies demonstrated significantly greater sensitivity reduction with twice daily brushing compared to control toothpaste with potassium ions4 • 1450 ppm fluoride for caries prevention • Contains the Pro-Argin™ Technology as in the Colgate® Sensitive Pro-Relief™ Desensitising Polishing Paste NEW Instant & lasting sensitivity relief with Pro-Argin™ Technology Pro-Argin™ Technology, comprised of arginine and an insoluble calcium compound in the form of calcium carbonate, is based on a natural process of tubule occlusion. It plugs open tubules to help block the pain sensations. Colgate® Sensitive Pro-Relief™ Toothpaste for the daily oral care of sensitive teeth 1 Nathoo S et al J Clin Dent 2009; 20 (Spec Iss): 123-130 2 Ayad F et al J Clin Dent 2009; 20 (Spec Iss): 115-122 3 Schiff T et al J Clin Dent 2009; 20 (Spec Iss): 131-136 Colgate Customer Care Team: 01483 401 901 4 Docimo R et al J Clin Dent 2009; 20 (Spec Iss): 17-22 5 Ayad F et al J Clin Dent 2009; 20 (Spec Iss): 10-16 6 Docimo R et al J Clin Dent 2009; 20 (Spec Iss): 137-143 C M Y CM MY CY CMY K ProRelief A4 ad_Sept 09.pdf 1 11/09/2009 13:05 E ducation and training provider, Smile-on, of- fers busy dental profes- sionals an easy way to keep their finger on the pulse through its online newsletter. By signing up for the free Smile-on newsletter, you will re- ceive regular updates on train- ing, healthcare news and also any special offers that will help build your Continuing Profes- sional Development (CPD). A spokeswoman for Smile-on said: “The Smile-on newsletter will also advise on upcoming webinars. A breakthrough in education, a webinar is an inter- active online tutorial from some of the most highly regarded dental professionals in their field. Utilising this technology, you can learn from the very best in your own time, anywhere in the world. “Registered users on the Smile-on website can also track their CPD and explore the vast array of flexible training pro- grammes from Smile-on.” She added: “Smile-on is dedi- cated to the dental industry by promoting excellent patient care and career satisfaction through education and training. The expert team from Smile-on are also on hand to offer guidance on the learning material so busy professionals can meet their in- dustry obligations, build their CPD and advance their skills within dentistry.” For more information or to sign up for the Smile-on news- letter, email info@smile-on.com or visit www.smile-on.com. DT Newsletter Keep your finger on the pulse with the Smile-on newsletter 3NewsApril 19-25, 2010United Kingdom Edition