An urgent dental treatment centre has been opened in Darlington. The facility will provide extra appointments to ease the strain on the community's dentists.
Leadership/team working
Dentist and past president of the Mouth Cancer Foundation, Philip Lewis, has been awarded an MBE in the King’s Birthday’s Honours List in recognition of services to oral cancer.
People profiles
Researchers from King’s College London and the University of Helsinki have identified a link between periodontitis (gum disease) and cryptogenic ischemic stroke, which causes a blockage in the blood...
Periodontal therapy
Corsodyl has launched a new Gum Strength & Protect line comprised of two toothpastes and a daily mouthwash, which are clinically proven to protect against gum problems.
Periodontal therapy
The Dental Leadership Network (DLN) convened at Woburn House in London on June 12, 2024, to spotlight the crucial role of dental leaders in promoting health and wellbeing within the profession.
Training and leadership
Data collected by the Oral Health Foundation shows that 93 per cent of UK adults are comfortable discussing their oral health with family and friends.
Oral health and mouth cancer
Dental Protection has urged dental care professionals (DCPs) to check their CPD hours ahead of time in case they need to make up any shortfall before the registration renewal deadline.
CPD requirements
A Forbes Health and OnePoll survey has shown that social media can negatively impact confidence in one's smile, especially among Gen Z.
Patient education
Allergan Aesthetics has launched the A-Z of Medical Aesthetics as the first step of its campaign to improve understanding of aesthetics and empower patients over 18 years of age to make informed...
Aesthetic dentistry
A Cleveland Clinic study has linked Xylitol, a common zero-calorie sweetener found in sugar-free candy and toothpaste, to an increased risk of cardiovascular events like heart attack and stroke.
Diet and nutrition
Researchers from the University of Stirling say e-cigarette packaging could be used to encourage smokers to switch to vaping and deter non-smokers from taking up the habit.
Alcohol and tobacco
The Labour Party has pledged to tackle the crisis in children’s dentistry by providing extra appointments.
Children's dentistry