How do tooth cells grow?
Researchers have analysed how cells in an embryonic incisor tooth function and learn to specialise. The authors believe the results could help better understand how oral tissue grows.
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Workplace bias
A recent survey conducted by an online compliance training company, Skillcast, revealed statistics regarding bias in the workplace among UK residents.
GDC new CEO
The General Dental Council (GDC) has announced that Tom Whiting has been appointed as its new chief executive officer and registrar.
Ageing dental academics data
Data published by the Dental Schools Council shows the clinical academic workforce is ageing. The council said this poses a risk to the UK’s ability to contribute to research, improve patient care and educate an increasing number of oral healthcare students.
Community clinic visit
Community Dental Services CIC (CDS), a community dental provider, has welcomed representatives from the Association of Dental Groups (ADG) to the Dental Care Centre, Bedford.
5m calls to helpline
Over the last five years, just shy of 4.8m calls were made to 111 about dental problems. Many people who ring 111 call with issues that are classified by the NHS as “urgent”, like severe dental pain.
Smoke free economy
Making England completely smoke-free could free up £10.9bn and provide substantial benefits to local economies, a study has shown.
Women's health director
The NHS has appointed Sue Mann, a consultant and lead for women’s health in City and Hackney, North East London, as its first-ever national clinical director for women’s health.
Sarah’s shave
A dental nurse has announced plans to shave her hair off to support her loved ones affected by cancer.
Bowel cancer growth
A study published in Nature suggests that a subtype of Fusobacterium nucleatum underlies colorectal cancer growth in humans and could be useful in screening and treatments.
Loss of NHS dentists
Mark Fryer, leader of Cumberland Council, has expressed deep concern following the announcement that a dental practice in Cockermouth will cease to provide NHS treatments, further reducing the already scarce availability of NHS dentistry in the area.
Dentistry in rural communities
Audience members have complained about a BBC Countryfile segment on the lack of access to NHS dentistry for people in rural communities. The BBC has released a statement in response.
Norfolk patient poll
Healthwatch Norfolk is ensuring the issue of lack of NHS care remains in the forefront of decision-makers minds with a campaign for the rest of 2024.
Norfolk dental access
A Healthwatch Norfolk survey has shown local residents are still struggling to access NHS dental care. The research shows practices accepting NHS patients have thousands of people on their waiting lists.
Social media and smoking
Time spent on social media was associated with an increased risk of cigarette and e-cigarette use in teenagers, according to University of Glasgow research.
