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Preparing for the future as a student dental hygienist
Earlier this year, Emily Johnston attended The Dental Hygienist Roadshow – here, she shares what she took away from the day’s events.…
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Dental therapists – recruitment, renumeration, retention
Cat Edney explores the key concepts that should be considered when employing a dental therapist in your practice – recruitment,…
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Research demonstrates impact of COVID-19 on the oral microbiome
An observational study into the effect of COVID-19 on the oral microbiome has found that severe cases led to a…
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HPV and dentistry: what are the signs and how can you help?
As a common virus which could cause cancer, Neena Nayyar discusses how to spot HPV and why the role of…
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Ibuprofen ‘can effectively manage dental pain in children’
Acetaminophen or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs – such as ibuprofen – can be used to manage dental pain when immediate care is…
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NHS to launch programme to transform diabetes care
Tens of thousands of people living with early onset type 2 diabetes in England will receive more intensive and targeted…
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Walking the walk for mouth cancer awareness
The Mouth Cancer Foundation’s annual 10km awareness walk returns this September – learn how you can get involved. The Mouth…
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The Dental Hygienist Roadshow – don’t miss the final date!
The Dental Hygienist Roadshow by Johnson & Johnson concludes with its final date this October at the Dentistry Show London.…
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Mouth cancer: an update for the dental profession
Dentistry Show London will feature a spotlight on mouth cancer from Mouth Cancer Foundation clinical ambassador Tripat Mahajan. More than…
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Sweetened drinks may increase risk of liver cancer and fatal liver disease
Sugar-sweetened beverages can contribute to liver problems, increasing the risk of liver cancer and fatal liver disease. This is according…
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Consultation opens on plan to relieve NHS dental access
The government has opened a public consultation on a proposal which could see dental hygienists and therapists alleviate access issues.…
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Mouth rinse could spot early heart disease risk
Scientists have identified a link between high white blood cells in the saliva of healthy young adults and an early…
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The GBT Summit World Tour is coming to Manchester
EMS is bringing the GBT Summit World Tour to Manchester this September – find out more about guided biofilm therapy…
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The importance of investing in health and equipment
Lottie Manahan explores the benefits for dental therapists and hygienists when investing in equipment and health. In the ever-evolving field…
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Sweet talk: addressing sweeteners and oral health
James Goolnik reveals everything dental professionals need to know about sweeteners and what to advise to patients. Human brains have…
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Implementing the therapy-led model
This month, Cat Edney discusses how a therapy-led approach can turn a one-man band into a cohesive well-oiled machine. 2023…
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Switching smokers to vapes ‘could save NHS half a billion a year’
Swapping cigarettes for vapes could save the NHS ‘more than half a billion a year’, according to a new study. …
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Sweeteners ‘ineffective’ for weight control
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released new guidance recommending against the use of non-sugar sweeteners (NSS) to control body…
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One in five report using e-cigarettes at least monthly
About one in five respondents use e-cigarettes at least monthly and one in ten use them every day. According to…
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