Oral health and mouth cancer

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Research needed to see if mouthwash has the potential to fight COVID-19

Scientists are calling for urgent research into whether mouthwash can reduce transmission of coronavirus in its early stages.

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COVID-19: Child oral health tips

Sarah Ramage, clinical director at Bupa Dental Care, shares some invaluable advice for your patients

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A helping hand

Amanda McLaughlin considers the importance of oral health care in nursing and residential care homes

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The role of a clinical research dental nurse

Clinical research is vital for finding new treatments and improving patient care. Here, Keeley Bramley and Jacqueline Rees share their experience of...

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New mouthguard shows early signs of tooth decay

Researchers have developed a mouthguard that can detect the early signs of tooth decay and periodontitis.

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Free webinar with dental hygienist Helen Minnery

​Dental hygienist Helen Minnery will be discussing 'Supporting patients with immediate loading full arch restorations – a practice guide’ in a free...

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Study into oral cancer and pain gets cash boost

A US study into how oral cancer invades nerve systems and causes pain has been given a $2.2 million cash injection.

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Study investigates role of fungi in childhood caries

Scientists are hoping a new study will one day lead to better cavity prevention measures and treatments.

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US set to approve UK tooth decay imaging system

Scottish company Calcivis has received a preliminary FDA green light for an advanced dental imaging system that can highlight active tooth decay.

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Our teeth can reveal our intimate details

Our teeth can reveal the intimate details of our life. That's according to a new study that suggests a tooth's cementum is similar to a tree's rings...

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Dental charity sends toothbrushes to those in need

​A dental charity is sending out toothbrushes to those most in need in London.
They are also suggesting the public sterilise their toothbrushes as the...

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Let them 'try before they buy'

Award-winning dental hygienist Claire Berry suggests that by discussing and demonstrating the benefits of an electric toothbrush, patients will be...