Through screening patients, the dental team has a chance to play their part in reducing the incidence of this disease, which can affect the lips,...
Figure 1.Interviews revealed oral hygiene instruction focused predominantly on tooth brushing techniques and less on the benefits of fluoride...
The aim of this article is to present an overview of oral cancer and highlight the importance of early detection
This article discusses different scenarios affecting the mouth and how interdental cleaning can help to prevent oral disease
This article will explain some of the reasons people become homeless, their oral health needs and what the dental team can do to help
Throughout November, the British Dental Health Foundation runs Mouth Cancer Action Month, a campaign that aims to reduce incidences and deaths caused...
There are more and more people having implants placed and the need to maintain these implants is the most important aspect of dental treatment. We...
To maintain a healthy body, adequate nutrition is required. A poor diet is a risk factor for chronic diseases and conditions. Dental nurses should...
Xylitol can be used to prevent many oral and respiratory diseases. It is now incorporated into a wide range of products, giving the professional and...
Figure 1.It can be more difficult for dental care professionals to identify the presence of hyposalivation than identifying xerostemia.
Oral ulceration is common and the causes are very varied. In this article, the authors outline the main causes of oral ulceration and the importance...
This article will demonstrate how complex the sense of taste can be and highlight the effects that a lack of tast can have on a person's quality of...
