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Oral cancer detection by dentists on the rise

​After examining data gathered over an 11-year period in a first-of-its-kind provincial study, University of Toronto clinician-scientist Marco...

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Ask, advise and act – No Smoking Day

What does your practice do to raise awareness of the benefits of quitting smoking?

Features

Smoking and behaviour change

Ex-smoker and dental hygienist Anna Middleton shares some invaluable insights into kicking the habit

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Health not costs is why Brits quit smoking

New research shows more Brits are stubbing out their cigarettes for good in a bid to improve their general health and wellbeing.

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Depression and oral heath links revealed

​Young adults with feelings of depression are significantly more at risk of oral health diseases, according to the findings of a new study.

Opinion

My Mouth Cancer Action event

Dental nurse Kelly Brown shares her Mouth Cancer Action Month initiative. With a passion for supporting the provision of care to vulnerable adults...

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New 'mouth cancer' report reveals nation gambling with its health

A NEW REPORT looking into mouth cancer in the United Kingdom reveals a dangerous and widespread lack of awareness about the disease.

Opinion

Stoptober returns

Patricia Rawsthorne, SBDN NW Ambassador Smoking Cessation Lead, reports on this month's Stoptober, a campaign originally launched in 2012.

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More young people are choosing not to drink alcohol

​Young people in England aren't just drinking less alcohol – a new study published in BMC Public Health shows that more of them are never taking up...

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Homeless and Inclusion Oral Health Conference

Homeless and Inclusion Oral Health Conference: How to take action for inclusion takes place on Friday 23 November.

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Encourage patients to have drink free days

Public Health England’s One You has teamed up with Drinkaware to launch a new Drink Free Days campaign.

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Perio treatment may help to manage cirrhosis

Routine oral care to treat periodontitis may play a role in reducing inflammation and toxins in the blood and improving cognitive function in people...