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‘Gateway’ foods: Ultra-processed foods leading to unhealthy teen diets

Research presented at the American Heart Association’s Hypertension Scientific Sessions 2022 suggests that ultra-processed foods might act as a...

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Could periodontal health be linked to cognitive decline and dementia?

A new review of available medical evidence suggests that poor periodontal health could have a concerning effect on cognitive decline and dementia.

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New national vaping guidance for schools released by Action on Smoking and Health

In response to requests for help, Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) has released new national guidance for schools, to support staff in developing...

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“Game changing” dentistry helps to speed up patient healing

Dentistry equipment billed as “game changing” has been bought for the dental teams at the Royal Preston and Chorley and South Ribble Hospitals by...

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New research into hospital mouth injuries visits

​The media outlet GB News released statistics on August 30, 2022, showing that three quarters of hospitals have experienced an increase in patients...

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Is periodontal disease a risk factor for oral cancer?

A new study released in Evidence-Based Dentistry has identified a link between age, gender, and development of oral cancer.

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Scottish dentists test AI to help identify tooth decay

​Pioneering artificial intelligence (AI) which can improve the accuracy of the way early tooth decay is diagnosed and prevented is being tested for...

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2022/23 Dental contract negotiations outcome announced

​NHS England announced in a letter on July 19, 2022, the outcome of the 2022/23 Dental Contract Negotiations. The negotiation marks the first...

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Health screenings for Luton children from dental charity

​London-based charity, the Dental Wellness Trust provided free dental health screenings and fluoride varnishing (which helps prevent dental decay) to...

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New study links gum disease and Alzheimer’s

​Research published in the journal Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience by Tufts University suggests a connection between F. nucleatum and Alzheimer’s...

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The British Fluoridation Society appoints new committee members

The British Fluoridation Society (BFS) is pleased to welcome Sharon Walker and Sakina Needham to its executive committee.

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Supporting patients’ daily challenges with plaque management

​Up to half of the population suffers from periodontitis and at-home daily dental plaque control between dental visits is key to maintaining oral...

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Shapeshifting micro-robots can brush and floss teeth

​In a recent proof-of-concept study, a team from University of Pennsylvania have shown that a shapeshifting mic-robotic microswarm can be used to...

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Fears of growth in children vaping disposables backed up by new national survey

​The annual YouGov youth survey for Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) carried out in March and published July 7, 2021, shows current vaping among...

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BASCD awards its highest honour

​The British Association for the Study of Community Dentistry (BASCD) is an alliance of individual members with an interest in population oral health....