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Dental nursing consultation launched

A public consultation has been launched to “refine and modernise” the Oral Health National Occupational Standards (NOS) for dental nursing.

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Thousands of families missing out on Child Benefit

Figures have revealed that over 6.9m families in the UK are receiving Child Benefit, but only 71 per cent of new parents claim Child Benefit for their...

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Oral healthcare advances

Nina Garlo examines the effectiveness of antibacterial treatment for periodontitis.

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Charity launches mouth cancer charter

The Oral Health Foundation has launched a charter to show the necessary steps needed to reduce cases of mouth cancer and its mortality in the UK.

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Dental team raises money for charity in rafting race

The Community Dental Services CIC (CDS) team in Bedfordshire has been recognised by the Mouth Cancer Foundation for its fundraising efforts.

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Oral health hub launched

Haleon has partnered with UK retailer Tesco to create a new initiative offering free oral health advice to its customers. The Haleon Oral Health Hub,...

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College seeks dental trustees

The College of General Dentistry (CGDent) has announced it seeks a dental trustee to support its historic mission to build a future Royal College of...

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Fear of dying is common among mouth cancer patients

Research from the Oral Health Foundation has revealed 45 per cent of mouth cancer patients cited dying as their biggest worry. The research was...

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Oral hygiene hub launched in Plymouth

Transforming Plymouth Together has announced the opening of the first Hygiene Hub in the city.

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Society announces members

The Society of British Dental Nurses (SBDN) has announced its next president, chair and patron.

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Government urged to address high-sugar foods

Data from Queen Mary University of London has been released on the high levels of sugar and calories in popular sweet snacks to mark Sugar Awareness...

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Dental association welcomes president

The British Association of Dental Nurses (BADN) announced the inauguration of Preetee Hylton as president at its Annual General Meeting on November...

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Antimicrobial resistance predicted to kill more than cancer

Several national dental organisations have supported the World Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Awareness Week (WAAW) 2024. Set up 10 years ago by the...

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Genetic variation can reduce sugar cravings

Research has revealed that people with a genetic defect in their ability to digest sucrose eat less cake, sweets and chocolate, which could hold the...

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Scottish residents struggle to access dental care

A third of adults (34 per cent) reported difficulties when visiting the dentist, according to the Scottish Health Survey 2023. This has increased...