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The UK government has lifted the cap on dentistry places at universities amidst the A Level results chaos. In the face of the pandemic, the Department for Education scrapped the cap on dental student places. Additionally, it has also been lifted on medicine, veterinary science and teaching courses. Extra funding will be given to help…
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Only 12% of Brits have been brushing their teeth twice a day since the COVID-19 lockdown, it has been revealed. Almost half (44%) admitted brushing just once a day and 18% said they do not brush their teeth on a daily basis. This is according to new research carried out by Floe Oral Care. Additionally,…
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Dental organisations are calling for the GDC to suspend a registration route for overseas dentists. In a joint statement, the British Association of Dental Therapists (BADT) and British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy (BSDHT) are lobbying all members of the GDC in a bid to kickstart an urgent discussion. Currently, dentists trained overseas, outside…
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Coming this September, the Online Dentistry Show is putting on the very first virtual exhibition in UK dentistry with support from gold sponsors, Dental Protection. The first-of-its-kind event is coming on 4 and 5 of September. With a host of industry leaders and speakers, delegates can also get 12 hours of free enhanced CPD. The…
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The dental profession has spoken out in response to government plans to abolish Public Health England (PHE). Yesterday, it was revealed the agency would be scrapped and replaced by a new body. This reportedly follows criticism from ministers and government figures over the way PHE handled the COVID-19 crisis. As a result, the dental profession…
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In this week’s podcast episode, we speak to Elaine Halley about lockdown, cosmetic dentistry and the Online Dentistry Show. In the latest episode of the Dentistry Podcast, we speak to Elaine about how she got through lockdown in Scotland, digital dentistry and the future of cosmetic dental treatments. ‘The world as we knew it was…
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Children made up just 1% of COVID-19 cases in the first wave of the pandemic in England, it has been revealed. Researchers concluded that children are not an important source of COVID-19 infection after a study showed they make up a small proportion of cases. This is despite large numbers being tested. Comparing disease trends…
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Coming this September, the Online Dentistry Show is putting on the very first virtual exhibition in UK dentistry with support from gold sponsors, Philips. The first-of-its-kind event is coming on 4 and 5 of September. With a host of industry leaders and speakers, delegates can also get 12 hours of free enhanced CPD. The event…
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The profession has slammed the latest oral health advice from the World Health Organisation – with calls for better communication. This week, it emerged the WHO is urging for more research into COVID-19 transmission in the dental setting. It warns of the ‘unknown’ consequences of AGPs for dental teams and their patients. WHO dental officer…
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Vaping and e-cigarettes are associated with an increased risk of COVID-19 among teenagers and young people, it has been revealed. This is according to a new study headed up by researchers at Stanford University School of Medicine. Among those who were tested for the virus, the study found young people who vaped were five to…
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The World Heath Organisation (WHO) is urging for more research into the spread of coronavirus in dental settings. Today, the health agency warns of the ‘unknown’ consequences of aerosol generating procedures for both staff and patients, Reuters reports. ‘WHO guidance recommends in case of community transmission to give priority to urgent or emergency oral cases,…
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The government has released mouth care guidance for hospitalised patients as part of its care for those with suspected or confirmed COVID-19. Published this month, the Public Health England (PHE) advice aims to support the oral health of seriously ill patients with coronavirus. It is aimed at both adults and children who are non-ventilated, ventilated and…
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Coming this September, the Online Dentistry Show is putting on the very first virtual exhibition in UK dentistry with support from gold sponsors, Coltene. The first-of-its-kind event is coming on 4 and 5 of September. With a host of industry leaders and speakers, delegates can also get 12 hours of free enhanced CPD. The event…
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Defence against inflammation from gum disease can potentially protect COVID-19 patients against life-threatening respiratory complications. This is according to research conducted by oral surgeon Dr Shervin Molayem and published in the California Dental Association Journal. The new study links gum disease and COVID-19, suggesting the virus is more severe in the presence of inflammation caused…
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This week, we chat to Nigel Jones at Practice Plan as the company gets ready to celebrate its 25th birthday. In our latest episode, Nigel Jones, the sales and marketing director at Practice Plan, lays out the story behind the company and how it has achieved such longevity. Additionally, we discuss how dentistry has changed…
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Key workers in the health and social care sector experienced the highest increase in sleep loss since the pandemic started, a study has revealed. The UK-based study found a significant increase in anxiety-related sleeping issues following the onset of COVID-19. And key workers, mothers and those from minority ethnic backgrounds are most affected. Key workers…
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Cigar smokers have increased their tobacco use – despite saying they intended to quit over health fears linked to COVID-19. This is according to a new study carried out by researchers from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. An online survey found the majority of participants intended to quit smoking due to the…
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This week we chat to one of the fastest growing names in dentistry, Dr Robbie Hughes, about his time as a world champion kickboxer and his plans for the future. In our latest podcast episode, we talk to the owner of Dental Excellence, Robbie Hughes, who strives to take cosmetic dentistry to the next level.…
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Frontline healthcare workers are three times more likely to test positive for COVID-19, even when wearing adequate personal protective equipment (PPE). Experts are now calling for adequate availability and use of PPE, plus additional strategies to help protect frontline workers. This is according to a new joint study carried out by King’s College London and…
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