The British Dental Association (BDA) has said NHS dentistry is now at the forefront of voter concerns for the General Election. It says voters are calling for a plan to save the service.
Patient education
Research from Bupa Dental Care has found that nearly half the population (44 per cent) dread visiting the dentist, and 76 per cent of those put off the visit entirely.
Oral health and mouth cancer
The General Dental Council (GDC) has opened the annual renewal period for dental care professionals (DCPs).
GDC
Suzie Sonnabend discusses what progression possibilities are out there for dental nurses.
Training and leadership
Oral Health Foundation research has revealed the five most common oral health conditions affecting adults in the UK.
Oral health and mouth cancer
University of Sheffield research has revealed the emotional struggles and challenges people face with tooth loss and dentures.
Patient education
As part of National Smile Month, Whittington Hospital has hosted an event celebrating all aspects of dental health.
Leadership/team working
Children from Rooks Nest Academy in Wakefield were visited by St Michael’s Orthodontics, part of the PortmanDentex group, for a lesson all about the importance of looking after their teeth.
Children's dentistry
The leader of Great Yarmouth Borough Council has revealed the town's new development could provide 18,000 hours of NHS dental care.
Oral health and mouth cancer
A study conducted at Oulu University Hospital found that using a mobile application tripled the success rate of smoking cessation compared to using written materials.
Alcohol and tobacco
Dentaid The Dental Charity has announced the launch of its ninth mobile dental unit, which was made possible by a generous donation from The Health Lottery.
Volunteering
NHS Highland Dental Services has been crowned one of the UK’s most supportive public service employers of the Armed Forces community by the National Celebrating Forces Families Awards.
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