Barriers to running supervised toothbrushing programmes for young children must be overcome if the UK government is to successfully tackle childhood tooth decay, researchers have said.
Patient education
Dorset Labour MPs have joined forces to push for more action to tackle the 'dental desert’ in the county.
Communication
Juliette Reeves discusses how clinicians can support patients during a difficult life change.
Workplace issues/your health
Vaping has been linked to increased plaque levels and inflammatory markers, according to a new systematic review.
Alcohol and tobacco
The Department of Health and Social care (DHSC) has announced the roll out of 700,000 extra emergency appointments.
Communication/patient education
The Society of British Dental Nurses (SBDN) has launched its ‘Coffee Café’ event.
Training and leadership
Teenagers may be less likely to start smoking if they engage in moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) from childhood, a study has found.
Alcohol and tobacco
Rex Fan explains why learning something new could boost more than your career.
Training and leadership
Professor Green, rapper and health activist, is working with the NHS to raise awareness about the importance of children looking after their teeth. The campaign includes an exciting competition for...
Children's dentistry
Community Dental Services CIC (CDS) Lincolnshire and Essex are offering blood pressure checks to patients over 40 years old to identify hypertension and signpost them towards early intervention.
Elderly care
Mydentist, a UK dental corporation, and Tempdent, a dental apprenticeships, training and recruitment provider, have announced a new partnership.
Following a new survey published by the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities (OHID), dentists have urged the government to take a “consistent, targeted approach” to children’s oral...
Children's dentistry