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Dentistry minister visit
MP Steve Brine has met with colleagues at a Winchester dental practice to discuss the realities of working in a busy clinic.
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Could it be sepsis?
New work led by the University of Plymouth and the UK Sepsis Trust has highlighted the vital need for dental professionals to know about sepsis – and, importantly, the need to communicate the signs to patients.
Tooth decay and colon cancer
Researchers reveal that a common oral bacteria, often implicated in tooth decay, may accelerate the growth of colon cancer.
Fillings could last longer
A compound used to make car bumpers strong and protect wood decks could prevent return visits to the dentist.
No Smoking Day
What does your practice do to raise awareness of the benefits of quitting smoking?
Brush DJ scoops prize
Dentist Ben Underwood, creator of the Brush DJ app has been announced as a winner of a national Small Business Research Initiative (SBRI) Healthcare competition to improve children’s oral health.
Teeth whitening kits risk
Non-hydrogen peroxide over the counter (OTC) teeth whitening products have the potential to damage teeth and should be banned, according to a new pilot study.
BDA slams 'token gestures'
The British Dental Association has accused ministers of token gestures to tackle child tooth decay.
Aura IPC Awards 2019
Dental Nursing, The Dentist and Dental Update are proud to announce the launch of this year’s Infection Prevention & Control team awards.
Dental trips aid heart health
Proper oral hygiene and regular visits to the dentist can support cardiovascular health.
GDC launches Moving Upstream
The General Dental Council (GDC) recently published Moving Upstream at a conference attended by almost 150 people from across the dental sector.
Helping dental teams
Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) has launched a tool to help dental practices maximise and effectively use all of the skills of their team members when it comes to delivering high quality care.
Sugary diet and sepsis risk
A Western diet high in fat and sugar can pack on the pounds. But it can also put someone at greater risk of developing severe sepsis, according to a study by a Portland State University researcher.
Oral health research
The Faculty of General Dental Practice (FGDP(UK)) is encouraging dentists, dental care professionals and dental practices to take a short survey to identify their interest in carrying out important oral health research.
'NHS dentistry on the brink'
Analysis of government data published this week has revealed over 1 million new patients tried and failed to secure access to routine NHS dental services, as a new survey of dentists by the British Dental Association points to a ticking time bomb of staffing problems:
