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Over 60,000 children benefit from oral health education scheme

BrightBites, an oral health education programme, has delivered sessions to more than 60,000 school children across the UK.

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Bristol NHS dental practice witnesses’ queue of over 100 prospective patients

A dental clinic in Bristol experienced large queues on February 6, 2025, after it announced it would be enrolling new NHS patients.

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College to recruit board chair

The College of General Dentistry has announced it is seeking the next chair of the board for its Faculty of Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy.

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Oral bacteria could be ‘detrimental to brain health’, says study

The bacteria in your mouth and on your tongue may be linked to changes in brain function as you age, research has suggested.

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Kendal dental clinic awarded for sustainable practice

A Kendal dental practice has been awarded a ‘Green Impact for Dentistry’ Gold Award 2024.

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Dental group partners with software company

The dental group, Tooth Club, has announced its partnership with Agilio Software, adopting its platforms to optimise operational processes.

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Fundraising events calendar launched

Dentaid The Dental Charity has published its 2025 fundraising events calendar.

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Young people support a smokefree generation, study reveals

Young people welcome the idea of the government’s smokefree generation policy, viewing it as a chance to free their generation from harmful addiction,...

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Mouth bacteria linked to stroke risk

A preliminary study indicates that a common bacteria typically found in the mouth and gut is more prevalent in individuals who have experienced a...

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Less than a quarter of children floss regularly, say researchers

More than one in three parents say their child has faced issues like tooth decay, cavities, stained teeth, gum concerns or tooth pain over the past...

Features

A healthier approach

Jacob Watwood emphasises the importance of an educated approach to processed foods.

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Difficult to swallow

Michael Sultan discusses how to aid patients suffering from eating disorders.

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The basics of support

Elizabeth da Corte outlines some basic medical emergency support advice for dental nurses.

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Aiding the immunocompromised

Annastasia Kellett Wright discusses the need to minimise oral health risks.

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Managing black tartar and tooth stains

Nina Garlo discusses an ongoing challenge for dental professionals.