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Dental floss designed to help monitor stress levels

Researchers have designed a floss pick system with built-in sensors that can accurately measure cortisol, a stress hormone.

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Millions snacking on sweets after dinner and skipping the toothbrush, research reveals

Millions of people across the UK are putting their oral health at risk by snacking on sugary treats after dinner and failing to brush their teeth...

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Dental practice introduces vitamin D testing

A London based dentist is introducing vitamin D testing to all their over 50 patients, following research that found 45 per cent of the group are...

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Project aims to better dental experience for people with learning disabilities

A new project, led by the University of Plymouth and funded through a Programme Development Grant from the National Institute for Health and Care...

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Patient consent course launched

An online course designed to help dental professionals navigate the complex area of obtaining patient consent has been launched by Dental Protection.

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Dental charity extends outreach to Cornwall

People experiencing homelessness in Cornwall have received emergency dental care as Dentaid The Dental Charity bought its services to the county.

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Society calls for clear and consistent labelling on baby food

The British Society of Paediatric Dentistry (BSPD) has echoed the call for clear and consistent labelling on baby food to avoid misleading consumers,...

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Parliamentary roundtable looks to improve patient access

A parliamentary roundtable aiming to deliver recommendations for driving down inequalities and solving the dental workforce crisis took place in...

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Thumb-sucking solution wins award for habit-breaking ability

A fabric thumb guard designed to help children stop thumb-sucking has received recognition for its ability to help children break the habit.

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Scottish dental group teams up with private hospital

A cross-border partnership between a Scottish independent dental group and a hospital in Hertfordshire has been announced.

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National Smile Month kicked off with London launch event

The National Smile Month launch event took place in London on 9 May, 2025, with attendance from more than 100 health professionals, campaigners and...

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Medical recycling solution launched in the UK

A new recycling solution has been launched to help dental practices become more sustainable and reduce the amount of waste which is sent to landfills...

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Leeds housing association hosts mobile dental clinic

People experiencing homelessness in Leeds have been able to access free dental care after Unity Enterprise (UE) hosted Dentaid The Dental Charity at...

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Dental care provider announces digital learning partnership

A new digital learning partnership has been announced between Mydentist and Thrive, a learn tech company.

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Culture of appreciation at work helps alleviate stress

Appreciation from colleagues can help employees cope with negative experiences at work, according to a study involving the University of East Anglia...