Julie Bissett

News

Dentists welcome baby feeding report

​Updated guidance on feeding in the first year of life published this month by the Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition (SACN) has been welcomed by the British Society of Paediatric Dentistry...

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Dentists slam misleading claims on sugary cereals for kids

Parents are being ‘hoodwinked’ by imagery and health claims on boxes of cereal aimed at children.

Opinion

Helping your dental career go swimmingly

I​n an endeavour to ensure a great monthly read, the team at Dental Nursing always strives to include valuable learning experiences – and, thanks to our expanded editorial board, we have some exciting...

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Call for ‘swift implementation’ of HPV jab for boys

Dental nurses have joined the call for a swift implementation of a programme to offer HPV jabs to boys following yesterday's advice from the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI).

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Starting well pack welcomed

​The Chief Dental Officer for England has produced a set of online resources for dental professionals, as part of the Starting Well Core initiative.

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Tackling counterfeit dental equipment

​With more than 30 years’ working in commercial, advocacy, technical, communications and marketing roles, BDIA Chief Executive Edmund Proffitt has a deep understanding of the issues industry bodies...

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Heatwave driving spike in sugar consumption among kids

The British Dental Association (BDA) has urged restraint as new figures show kids are consuming five times their recommended daily sugar intake during the summer, with the heat pushing them to ice...

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Depression and stress associated with severe gum disease

​A new study suggests that psycho-social factors, such as depression, stress, emotional vulnerability and Type A personality are associated with more severe periodontal injuries.

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New link between gum disease and erectile dysfunction

​New research finds a link between gum disease and erectile dysfunction.

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LGBT and oral health

Do you know the specific needs of your LGBT patients?

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Life-changing stories and you

Two of the speakers at the National Dental Nursing Conference will be sharing their life-changing experiences.

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Just one alcoholic drink a day impacts oral health

Just one alcoholic drink a day changes the balance of bacteria in the mouth and can lead to a range of diseases from tooth decay to cancer, a new study has revealed.

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Showcase registration now open!

Join thousands of delegates at the largest dental show in the UK, to discover the very latest innovations across an unrivalled selection of exhibitor stands.

Events

Deputy CDO for England to open dental nursing conference

​The 2018 National Dental Nursing Conference, to be held at the Blackpool Hotel Conference Centre and Spa (formerly the Blackpool Hilton) on 16 and 17 November, will be opened by the Deputy Chief...

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Fluoride added to water supplies confirmed as safe in landmark research

​Local authorities in the UK should add fluoride to water supplies, following new research that confirms it has no negative effects.