Diet and nutrition

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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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Go virtual with this month’s BDIA Dental Showcase On Demand

Join us for FREE and CPD hours at this online virtual event for the dental profession

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Be Proud of Your Mouth for World Oral Health Day 2021 to 2023

The FDI World Dental Federation (FDI) has unveiled its three-year 'Be Proud of Your Mouth' World Oral Health Day campaign.

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Online resources to help dental teams engage with parents about childhood tooth decay

Oral-B has worked with the University of Leeds to develop a range of material to help dental professionals address the issue of childhood tooth decay...

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Are bleeding gums a sign of vitamin C deficiency?

A new study indicates that low levels of vitamin C in the bloodstream may be an underlying cause of bleeding gums.

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'Operation Pottymouth' reveals that your toothbrush reflects you, not your toilet

Good news: The bacteria living on your toothbrush reflect the mouth – not your toilet.

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Lockdown forces Brits to become their own DIY dentists

An investigation by the Oral Health Foundation and Colgate shows that over half (55%) of British adults feel they have neglected their teeth during...

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Government breaks promise over sugar tax and kids' health

The government has broken the promise to pump millions of pounds of sugary drinks tax money into improving children’s healthy diets, campaigners say.

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Unhealthy snacks to be banned from checkouts and BOGOF promotions

Promotions on food and drinks high in fat, salt or sugar (HFSS) in retailers will be restricted from April 2022, the government has confirmed.

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Do YOUR patients know the symptoms of mouth cancer?

New research by the Oral Health Foundation reveals that 71% of Brits do not know the symptoms of mouth cancer.

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Dental practices identify over 8% of patients with undiagnosed diabetes

Dentists and their teams are perfectly placed to screen for diabetes.