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An adhesive derived from green tea has shown promise as a treatment for oral mucositis (inflammation of the mouth) in a new study. Green tea has previously been found to have anti-inflammatory properties as it contains anti-oxidants called catechins. Building on this, researchers at the Tokyo University of Science (TUS) explored the potential for using…
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Supervised toothbrushing provision varies greatly between different UK areas according to new research, as experts criticise the government’s failure to implement a nationwide scheme. The research paper found that provision of supervised brushing schemes across the UK has increased since 2022. However, the number of children reached by supervised brushing schemes ranged from 70 to…
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Described as ‘a complete break from precedent’, the Welsh government has offered NHS dentists a 6% pay increase in exchange for meeting four conditions. On 21 January health and social care secretary Jeremy Miles addressed a letter to NHS dental contract holders announcing the pay uplift. It said the 6% pay rise was dependant on…
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As we approach National Apprenticeship Week from 10 to 16 February 2025, Bupa Dental Care answers everything you need to know about apprenticeships in the world of dentistry. What is an apprenticeship? An apprenticeship is a fantastic learning opportunity that relates directly to your job, allowing you to gain nationally recognised qualifications. As an apprentice,…
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A dental society has responded to a study which links consuming ultra-processed foods with stunted jaw development in children. The study analysed the diets of young children, finding that those who consumed more ultra-processed foods had smaller, less developed jaws. The researchers suggest this is because they are generally softer and require less chewing. Dr…
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To help you achieve optimal results, the Aligner Dental Academy shares its top tips for managing anterior spacing cases with Invisalign. We have all had that patient who has come in with that awkward space between their front teeth. Anterior spacing has become an increasingly common concern among dental patients today. Fortunately, with advancements in…
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Disruptions to the oral microbiome including the presence of a common bacteria have been linked to the development of mouth cancer by a new study. Fusobacterium nucleatum is a common bacteria often found in the mouth. Published in the International Journal of Oral Science, the study found an association between the presence of this pathogen…
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The Association of Dental Groups (ADG) warns of the significant gap in the dental workforce as it awaits the Labour government and Department of Health and Social Care’s action plan to deliver on their election manifesto pledges for NHS dentistry. Critical workforce numbers The gap in the dental workforce is significant. The ADG estimates that this…
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Practice Plan introduces the ‘In the Loupe’ podcast series – this month, Nigel Jones and Eddie Crouch discuss the state of NHS dentistry. Don’t miss the first episode of Practice Plan’s new ‘In the Loupe’ podcast series. The first episode is hosted by Practice Plan’s very own Nigel Jones with Eddie Crouch, chair of the British…
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It’s been a busy week in the world of dental news. Missed the headlines? Here’s what’s happened over the past seven days… Almost 4,000 more dentists registered in UK since 2021 The General Dental Council (GDC) has released its annual registration figures which show that the number of dentists registered in the UK has increased by…
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First-time buyers, existing owners and small practice groups were behind 82% of dental practice sales in 2024 according to a new report. Small groups alone acquired 29% of businesses sold in 2024, representing the most active buyer group. This had increased from 18% in 2023. Conversely, corporate buyers were responsible for just 18% of dental…
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The GDC has released its annual registration figures which show that the number of dentists registered in the UK has increased by 3%. There were 45,580 dentists on the register once removals had taken place. This is an increase of 1,371 dentists or 3.1% from last year. The registration numbers have been increasing steadily for…
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Marissa Bell, Sulaman Anwar and Anna Middleton explain how they utilise product recommendations to help patients achieve better oral health outcomes. Customised home dental hygiene recommendations form an essential part of post treatment aftercare. In an ideal world patients should leave the practice armed with the knowledge and, when possible, the tools they need to…
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Operation Smile details its crucial work to provide support and intervention for children who are born with cleft conditions worldwide. Every three minutes a child is born with a cleft lip or palate somewhere in the world – that’s one in every 500-700 births. Without surgery, nine out of 10 of the children would die…
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The Care Quality Commission (CQC) said there were roughly 500 inspection reports ‘stuck’ in its IT systems which now cannot be retrieved. It was announced in May 2024 that the CQC would face a government review into its ‘operational effectiveness’. The resulting report identified ‘significant failings’ and an ‘urgent need for comprehensive reform’. Yesterday (15…
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Avant Garde Dentistry is launching 2025 with a bang! Learn more about the Same Day Smile hands-on training courses on offer. In 2025, the team at Avant Garde has listened to its community and is excited to launch exclusive new developments to its courses. The well-loved core courses will be held on home ground at…
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Henry Schein Dental announces the launch of its new UK website, providing customers with a new experience of shopping for dental products online. The brand new UK website has been rebuilt and refined around feedback from real customers about how you would like to shop for dental products online. ‘Our new e-commerce website is the…
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The government is considering plans to allow NHS patient data to be used for research and profit by private companies as part of an artificial intelligence (AI) push. Ministers announced that AI will be ‘mainlined into the veins’ of the UK with significant investment into computing. Prime minister Keir Starmer said: ‘The AI industry needs a government…
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Aaron Kinsey and Juliette Reeves discuss the research around the oral microbiome that is directing patient interactions and oral hygiene education towards a more holistic approach to healthcare. Thanks to new tools that explore the diverse microbes in our bodies, our understanding of oral microbes is growing fast. However, many questions remain about how these…
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