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How can dental nurses improve patients’ oral health during the pandemic?
Alis Fleming discusses how dental nurses can make a difference to patients’ oral health as we continue to battle COVID-19. …
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GSK health partner showcases how UK dentistry is rising to the challenge
A new campaign by GSK aims to showcase how dental practices and professionals across the UK have risen to the…
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Microbes on toothbrush come from your mouth and not the toilet
Microbes that stick to your toothbrush reflect those in your mouth and not your toilet, a new study has found. …
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At what point is intervention needed to prevent the progression of periodontal disease?
In a recent interview with Professors Nicola West and Tim Newton, they spoke about how dental professionals can build on…
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How does excessive sugar consumption impact oral and general health?
Chris Harper examines the impact of excessive sugar consumption on oral and general health, and suggests some alternatives to refined…
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A healthy word – new year, new workflow
Anna Middleton explains how qualifying as a dental therapist opens up a whole new way of working with the rest…
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What it’s like working as a dental nurse in an NHS hospital
Rebecca Power talks us through her experience working as a dental nurse in a hospital setting and how it’s different…
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Three quarters of countries report ‘partial or complete’ disruption of oral health services, says WHO
The World Health Organisation (WHO) is calling on member states to move towards a ‘preventive promotional approach’ for oral health.…
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Why is it that mechanical cleaning is not always sufficient to control plaque in some people?
In a recent interview with Professors Nicola West and Tim Newton, they spoke about how dental professionals can build on…
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Do you offer a plastic-free, vegan and cruelty-free toothpaste?
When there’s a toothpaste option that is kinder to the planet, why on earth wouldn’t you offer it? Small things…
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Water fluoridation ‘essential’ to improve children’s oral health during pandemic
Water fluoridation and a collaborated healthcare approach is key to tackling child oral health in the face of COVID-19. This…
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The importance of effective periodontal therapy
Alison Edisbury explains the importance of effective periodontal therapy and how to maintain long-term supportive care with patients. Before starting…
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Veganuary and its impact on oral health
January is a popular month to go vegan or just eat less meat. However, do we take the potential impact…
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Oral Health Awards – Melanie Pomphrett
Melanie Pomphrett discusses what it was like to take home Highly Commended in the Best Hygienist category. How does it…
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COVID-19 – smokers more than twice as likely to attend hospital than non-smokers
Smokers who test positive for COVID-19 are more than twice as likely to be hospitalised for the virus, it has…
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Going green with dental hygiene
Lottie Manahan shares with readers how she is combining her love for the planet with a proactive and practical effort…
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Online Dentistry Show – Victoria Wilson on combating dentine hypersensitivity
Victoria Wilson, David Gillam, Reena Wadia and Siobhan Kelleher will discuss how we can combat dentine hypersensitivity at the Online…
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Eight in 10 at increased risk of caries since pandemic, research shows
More than half (55%) of the UK say they have neglected their teeth during lockdown – sparking fears over increased…
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At what point is intervention needed to prevent the progression of periodontal disease?
In a recent interview with Professors Nicola West and Tim Newton, they spoke about how dental professionals can build on…
Oral health
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