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Pop-up clinic delivers dental care to children in Luton

A free dental pop-up has delivered oral health support to children in Luton. Community Dental Services CIC (CDS) partnered with Luton Borough Council...

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Smoking cessation pill helps young people to quit vaping

A clinical trial has showed that a pill for adult smoking cessation can significantly help teens and young adults quit vaping.

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Dental health crisis hitting women the hardest, says report

A new report has highlighted that a lack of access to NHS dental care is hitting women the hardest, deepening a gendered health crisis.

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Six per cent increase in registered dental care professionals

The General Dental Council (GDC) has published its annual Registration Statistical Report for 2024, showing an increase in the number of dental...

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GDC sets out three-year plan

The General Dental Council (GDC) has published its 2025 Costed Corporate Plan (CCP), outlining the regulator’s work programme for the next three...

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GDC announces new executive director of legal and governance

The General Dental Council (GDC) has appointed Katie Spears as its next executive director of legal and governance, following a competitive...

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Prevention-based approach explored in report

The SEPA Foundation, sponsored by Listerine, has announced the launch of the Principles for Oral Health Report, a global initiative aimed at...

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Non-verbal communication toolkit wins award

The British Society of Paediatric Dentistry (BSPD) has announced its Outstanding Innovation Award (OIA) for 2025 has gone to Harriet McQuillan for...

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Researchers successfully grow teeth in laboratory

Scientists have successfully grown a human tooth in laboratory conditions, marking an important milestone in the research.

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Sharps injury survey launched

The British Association of Dental Nurses (BADN) has announced a collaboration with Initial Medical, a provider of medical waste management services.

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Society champions career coaching

The Society of British Dental Nurses (SBDN) is celebrating its 10th anniversary in October 2025.

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Gum health linked to liver disease

Periodontal disease has been linked to chronic liver conditions such as cirrhosis, metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD),...

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Orthodontic conference to be hosted in Wales

The British Orthodontic Conference (BOC) is set to take place from September 24 to 26, 2025, in Wales.

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Consumer dental waste contributing to environmental harm

A sustainable electronics company has warned that the rise of electric toothbrushes is adding to the amount of harmful waste.

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Poor oral health associated with pain in women

Poor oral health has been associated with higher instances of migraines, abdominal and body pain in women, research from the University of Sydney has...