Decrease in dental decay
The oral health of children across Lanarkshire has improved, with the percentage of children with no obvious dental decay increasing.
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Head and neck cancer survey
The University of Derby has published a research survey to explore the knowledge of the role of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) in head and neck cancer within the male population.
Supervised toothbrushing video
Community Dental Services CIC (CDS) has collaborated with Boston College to promote its supervised toothbrushing programme within primary schools. The initiative teaches children the importance of proper oral hygiene and helps develop good dental habits.
Periodontal care book launched
The Perio Handbook by Reena Wadia will be launched on December 10, 2024. It is a concise and easy-to-read guide set to transform the way dental practitioners approach periodontology in general practice.
Guidance on reporting matters
The General Dental Council (GDC) has published its new ‘Guidance on reporting matters to the GDC’, consolidating reporting requirements for dental professionals into a single document.
Junk food advertising ban
Children will no longer be exposed to TV adverts for unhealthy food products as the new law confirms the details of advertising restrictions.
Remote hearings made permanent
The General Dental Council (GDC) has announced that professional online hearings will be made permanent following a public consultation.
Making learning fun
Katherine Mallett speaks with Jennifer Sprinks about her new children’s book promoting oral health.
Embracing online learning
Ava Reed discusses why online learning is so valuable for dental nurses.
GDC publishes survey findings
The General Dental Council (GDC) has published the findings from its Stakeholder Survey 2023. It has shown the progress made in recent years, as well as areas where further improvements are needed to improve people’s views and experience of the GDC.
Sugar substitutes revealed
A study published in The Journal of Nutrition found that substituting refined sugars for two tablespoons of pure maple syrup reduces several cardiometabolic risk factors in humans.
Oral health initiative
Thousands of children across Cheshire and Merseyside have received free dental care packs to help prevent tooth decay.
Toothbrushing scheme launched
Over 1600 children in preschools, reception and year one classes have started brushing their teeth together every day, as part of NHS Southwest’s Supervised Toothbrushing Scheme.
Oral health improvement paper
A white paper has been published which aims to build consensus on the policy solutions needed to establish sustainable and equitable access to dental care.
Health team raises awareness
The NHS Ayrshire and Arran’s Oral Health Improvement team has highlighted the early warning signs of mouth cancer, to raise awareness for November’s Mouth Cancer Action Month.
