Oral health and mouth cancer

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How oral health is key to a winning performance

One important area of preparation will be key to overall performance during this summer of sports – our athletes’ oral health.

While this link still...

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84% of all adults at an increased risk of tooth decay

​Figures collected by the Oral Health Foundation and Colgate-Palmolive show that more than four-in-five (84%) of all adults in the UK fall into groups...

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Secondhand smoke appears to heighten risk of oral cancer

​People who are exposed to secondhand smoke could have a 51% higher risk of developing oral cancer.

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Children' inherit' perio problems from parents

A new study suggests dental teams should work with pregnant women in an effort to 'break the cycle' of 'inherited' periodontal disease.

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People with severe gum disease may be twice as likely to have increased blood pressure

​Adults with periodontitis may be significantly more likely to have higher blood pressure compared to individuals who have healthy gums.

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Does sugar impair child's brain development? New study

New research has shown in a rodent model that daily consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages during adolescence impairs performance on a learning and...

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COVID-19 – a 'dental disaster'

​A new survey reveals the true cost of the pandemic on patient oral health, which has been described as a 'dental disaster'.

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Consumption of sugar from soft drinks falls within a year of UK sugar tax

​People appear to be buying and consuming less sugar from soft drinks since the UK introduced a tax on sugary drinks.

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Gum disease linked to COVID-19 complications in new study

A new study has found that people with advanced gum disease are much more likely to suffer complications from coronavirus, including being more likely...

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Toothbrushing a key part of a child's bedtime routine, says psychologist

A scientific study revealing the seven factors that constitute a good bedtime routine for children has put toothbrushing at the top of the list.

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Mouth Cancer: early detection

Puja Jalota reviews the statistics and considers the role of a dental nurse in the early detection of mouth cancer

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Smiles to treasure, voices to raise

Natalie Bates reveals why treatment planning is key to the long-term investment in patientsʼ oral health – and how her role as student representative...