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The oral microbiome – what is it and why is it so important?
Ahead of the Guided Biofilm Therapy Summit in London this September, speaker Victoria Sampson shares her insight into the oral…
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‘Pioneers for our profession’: the first dental therapist AMID Msc graduates
Amanda Gallie and Melody Lynne Schwartz, the new dental therapist AMID Msc graduates, discuss why their course was ‘monumental’ for…
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Treating stage IV periodontitis – the latest EFP guideline
David Herrera discusses the latest European Federation of Periodontology (EFP) guideline on treatment of stage IV periodontitis. Professor David Herrera…
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Philips introduces a cordless Power Flosser
Philips has released a new, cordless Power Flosser, which removes 99.9% of plaque. The interproximal cleaning device provides a…
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Thousands raised for oral health of children in Uganda
Bupa Dental Care and Dentaid collaborated to raise thousands of pounds to improve the oral health of a primary school…
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The dental perspective on summer holiday ‘meal deals’ for low-income families
Low-income families are being encouraged to take advantage of discounted supermarket cafe meal deals to feed their children over the…
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Contemporary Hygienist – navigating pressure in an isolated job
This month, Claire and Faye discuss how to cope with pressure in the changing, high-pressured environment of dental hygiene. The…
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Men under 40 should not drink more than one shot of beer each day, says study
Drinking alcohol provides no health benefit in anybody under the age of 40, according to a new study. Men under…
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Dentistry Cribs – Beyond Dental
We’re kick starting a new Dentistry Cribs series with Beyond Dental in Leamington Spa with practice principal, Gareth McAleer. Beyond…
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‘Many have never visited a dentist before’ – hundreds of school children receive free oral health checks
‘Work that should last a lifetime’ – this morning Dental Wellness Trust visited a primary school suffering from poor oral…
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A modern, unmatched and compelling clinical protocol for prophylaxis
Dr Neha Dixit discusses Guided Biofilm Therapy and how it is a ‘predictable’ solution for oral biofilm management in prophylaxis.…
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Oral Health Highlights – spotting skin lesions and oral cancer
This month Amber Ojak discusses how dental therapists and hygienists play a crucial role in the wider setting of healthcare,…
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Calling all dental professionals! – charity seeks volunteers to provide vital treatment to school children
A dental charity will provide vital dental health screenings free of charge to more than 250 children in the face…
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Guided Biofilm Therapy – it just makes sense!
Ahead of the Guided Biofilm Therapy Summit in London this September, speaker Benjamin Tighe shares his evidence-based perspective on making…
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How to thrive – on course to autonomy and growth
On 30 July, Anna Middleton – also known as The London Hygienist – is running her first course to help…
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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…
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Dentists urged to warn patients of risks linked to tongue and lip piercings
Tongue and lip piercings can cause gums to bleed and gaps in teeth, prompting dentists to urge for their removal.…
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Contemporary Hygienist – establishing the hygiene department as a practice cornerstone
Claire Berry and Faye Donald kick off a new column by opening up about why a hygiene department is crucial…
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Bridging the gap between evolving evidence and supporting patient behaviour change
Anna Middleton offers practical advice for dental hygienists and therapists working in everyday practice on how robust evidence can be…
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