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Decline in cigarettes smoked per day in England is stalling

A decade-long decline in the number of cigarettes a smoker has per day has stalled, with some people actually smoking more, according to a study by University College London (UCL) researchers.

Alcohol and tobacco

Shetland mouth cancer awareness event

Staff from the University of Aberdeen’s Institute of Dentistry travelled north recently to raise awareness about mouth cancer at a special event in Shetland.

Oral health and mouth cancer

Children’s bad teeth could be linked to lack of vitamin D in pregnancy

Many children have teeth that are practically falling apart due to weak enamel. Now researchers have studied whether a lack of vitamin D during pregnancy could be the culprit.

Children's dentistry

Practice in a ‘crazy situation’ due to its NHS dentistry quota

An Essex practice owner has said despite the “ridiculous” level of demand, current funding means the clinic will likely be unable to treat NHS patients beyond summer 2024.

Workplace issues/your health

Young adults reduced drinking during and after pandemic

A new study finds heavy-drinking young adults decreased alcohol intake during the pandemic.

Alcohol and tobacco

Bullying can affect dental health, say researchers

New research shows that young people who have adverse childhood experiences are at greater risk of poor dental health.

Children's dentistry

A team effort

Philip Lewis outlines the vital knowledge needed for early mouth cancer detection.

Oral health and mouth cancer

Striving for the best

Steven Cumper gives a guide for infection control best practices.

Decontamination/HTM 01-05

Charity wins award for providing free dental care to cancer patients

Dentaid The Dental Charity has won a prestigious national award for its work providing outreach dental care for head and neck cancer patients.

Volunteering

Dental surgeons and a vet team up to save a bear’s smile

A team of dental experts have flown to Armenia to repair the teeth of a rescued bear.

Volunteering

700,000 more workers could be living with major illnesses by 2040

A report by the Health Foundation, says action from government, public services and employers is needed to address rising levels of ill-health in England.

Workplace issues/your health

Children’s anxiety addressed with award-winning project

BSPD’s Outstanding Innovation Award (OIA) for 2024 has gone to Lindsy Vallayil, assistant clinical director, Community Dental Service, Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust, for delivering a...

Children's dentistry