Children's dentistry

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Two-thirds of year 10 pupils who vape daily show signs of nicotine dependency

Evidence collected by Public Health Wales has shown dependence on vapes among secondary school pupils is having a detrimental impact on students'...

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Young people who vape are more likely to report chronic stress

According to research presented at the European Respiratory Society International Congress in Milan, Italy, young people who have used e-cigarettes...

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Society commits to further diversity improvements and welcomes new president

As is traditional, the setting for the upcoming British Society of Paediatric Dentistry (BSPD) Annual Scientific Conference will take place in the...

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Children returning to school with ‘dirty uniforms’ and ‘unclean teeth’, say teachers

A survey of 500 parents and teachers of children in UK primary and secondary state schools has revealed a significant increase in children...

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A kind of magic

Claire Frisby discusses ‘The Magic Dentist’ campaign with its creator and director, Nicki Rowland.

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A rewarding experience

Jill Harding explores the many exciting opportunities to volunteer with Dentaid.

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Boys who smoke in their early teens risk passing on harmful genetic traits to future children

A new study suggests boys who smoke in their early teens risk damaging the genes of their future children, increasing their chances of developing...

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Reduced grey matter in frontal lobes linked to teenage smoking and nicotine addiction

Levels of grey matter in two parts of the brain may be linked to a desire to start smoking during adolescence and the strengthening of nicotine...

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Charity calls for the removal of packaging that appeals to children from unhealthy cereals and yoghurts packed with sugars

Action on Sugar research, based at Queen Mary University of London, has revealed that both breakfast cereals and yoghurts, with packaging that appeals...

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Preschool recognised for teaching good oral health habits

A Norfolk preschool has received a ‘healthy smiles’ accreditation for teaching its pupils about the importance of oral hygiene.

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Event tackles dental anxiety in young people

A Northamptonshire dental therapist has launched a series of free events for children to address dental anxiety.

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Nottingham water fluoridation campaign

A GP and a councillor have teamed up to lobby for water fluoridation to improve oral health.