Oral health and mouth cancer

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What’s the risk?

Rebecca Waters discusses susceptibility to allergens in the practice.

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An enchanting idea

Nicki Rowland discusses how a more creative approach can work magic on children’s oral health.

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Mobile dentist comes to Cambridgeshire

As part of the national ‘NHS Dental Recovery Plan’, a dental van will visit Cambridgeshire to help people get the dental care they need.

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Women's hormones and oral health: from puberty to menopause

Nina Garlo-Melkas explores the issues hormonal changes can cause for patients.

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Non-invasive, low-cost method to test for oral cancer developed

A team of researchers, led by a clinician scientist at the Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine, has discovered a non-invasive,...

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Poor oral health and systemic health outcomes linked

Looking at multiple dental health conditions and behaviours paints a clearer picture of long-term dental health and mortality, say Tufts University...

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Retailer launches oral health campaign

​Superdrug, a health and beauty retailer, has announced the launch of its ‘Healthy Smile’ campaign. It is accompanied by a price reduction of its Own...

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Barnsley clubs help children to have healthier smiles

​Primary schools and other early years settings are being asked to help Barnsley Borough Council fight against childhood tooth decay.

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Mouth to mouth bacteria transplant may stop dental decay

University of Adelaide researchers are exploring if a unique transplant moving good bacteria from one person’s mouth to another – possibly through a...

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Patients are travelling to India for dental care, says Scottish minister

Willie Rennie, a Scottish Liberal Democrat, accused the SNP Government of “excruciating neglect” on February 20, 2024. He revealed that Scottish...

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Does gargling mouthwash lead to better sugar control for diabetics?

​Researchers from Osaka University found that gargling with an antiseptic mouthwash can reduce ‘bad’ bacteria in the mouths of people with type 2...

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Essex pilot service improves access to urgent dental care

Local patients with severe tooth pain now have improved access to urgent dental appointments thanks to a pilot service by Hertfordshire and West Essex...