Siân Gwenllian, a north Wales member of the Senedd (MS), has commissioned a survey seeking to understand the experiences and perspectives of dental school students in Wales.
Training and leadership
Data from the Local Democracy Reporting Service has revealed that nearly a third of five-year-olds in Blackpool have tooth decay.
Children's dentistry
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced the creation of its first Oral Health Department ahead of Paris 2024. The department will provide athletes competing at the games with more...
Oral health and mouth cancer
Hywel Dda University Health Board’s Dental Service has introduced a central waiting list for those requiring access to routine NHS dental care.
Communication/patient education
It has been announced that Operation Smile is the beneficiary of a significant legacy fund donation from the European Aligner Society (EAS).
Dental nursing extra
Data released by the Oral Health Foundation has revealed alarming sugar consumption habits in the UK, sparking concern among health experts.
Patient education
The Oral Health Foundation offers advice on communicating the risks to patients.
Alcohol and tobacco
A quarter of UK drinkers are alternating between alcoholic and alcohol-free drinks when they visit pubs and bars, according to a new industry report produced by research consultancy KAM and...
Alcohol and tobacco
The General Dental Council (GDC) has published its ‘Annual Report and Accounts for 2023’, highlighting a year focused on public protection.
In the king’s speech on July 17, 2024 the government announced that the reintroduction of the ‘Tobacco and Vapes Bill’ was an early priority in the forthcoming session.
Alcohol and tobacco
Cumbria is a driving force for better women's health, says the NHS as it gears up for a major healthcare innovation event.
Workplace issues/your health
A study by Broadstone reveals that 24 per cent of patients who tried to get an NHS dental appointment in the last two years were unable to do so.
Patient education