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The social model of disability and its application to dentistry

People with disabilities are potentially one of the most marginalised groups in our society. What this series of papers aims to do is to raise awareness about disability. The first paper will discuss the social model of disability, its importance for people with disabilities and its application to d

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Orthodontics and oral health-related quality of life

This article presents an overview of oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) with particular relevance to the impact of malocclusion and hence orthodontic treatment on OHRQoL. The role of patient-reported outcome measures in assessing quality of life is explained with evidence from literature

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Tongue cleaning: all in the best possible taste

Tongue cleaning is an important part of an oral health regime. Melonie Prebble explains why we should all be equipping patients with the means to unclogging their tastebuds and improving their health

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Tooth gouging: an African tradition

Migrant families to the UK may have children who have suffered the traditional African practice of tooth gouging. The origins of this practice, its signs and complications, and how the reader can help Dentaid are discussed

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Anxiety management techniques

Harding S, Vernazza CR, Wilson K, Harding J, Girdler NM (2015) What are dental non-attenders’ preferences for anxiety management techniques? A cross-sectional study based at a dental access centre. Br Dent J218: 415–421. doi:10.1038/sj.bdj.2015.249

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The root to endodontic happiness

For many dental nurses in general practice, root canal treatment can seem dull and unrewarding. However, painless, efficient endodontics is a huge practice builder and a team approach is essential to achieve quality results