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Reality TV could be encouraging children and younger people to smoke and drink, public health experts are warning. Nottingham University analysis shows alcohol and tobacco were more often referenced in popular reality series. Researchers claim this is ‘likely to be a contributor’ to smoking and alcohol consumption amongst children and young people. ‘Seeing alcohol or tobacco imagery…
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The number of children aged two and under visiting the dentist has increased by 2.5% between 2016 and 2018. That’s according to new figures from the Dental Check by One (DCby1) campaign, which was launched in June 2017. Results are being seen in children across all socio economic groups. ‘So much good work is happening…
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Combine digital shade determination and mobile dental photography! Shade information can be communicated easily, precisely and professionally. Smile Lite MDP – the ‘mini photo studio’ for mobile dental photography. For more information visit www.vita-zahnfabrik.com/en/VITA-Zahnfabrik-Home-78812.html.
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Sara Hurley says the current prototypes are looking ‘favourable’ in terms of providing clinical results. Speaking today at the Westminster Health Forum, the chief dental officer gave a brief update on dental contract reform. Ms Hurley says she believes there is sufficient evidence to continue on the current path of contract reform. ‘It’s taking a…
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Voco explains why its innovative products are reliable, renowned and ultramodern. With massive growth and outstanding product quality, the family-owned dental company Voco has now developed into one of the leading manufacturers in the industry. Voco offers branded products in the fields of preventative, restorative and prosthetic dentistry and enjoys high renown, both in Germany…
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In 2019 Colgate has helped inspire and educate over 1.1 million children through Colgate’s professional oral health education programmes. By providing the tools needed to motivate behaviour change, we can get children excited about maintaining their oral health and making it a routine part of their day. As a part of the programme, Colgate has…
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Boris Johnson says he will review whether the sugar tax actually improves health if he becomes Prime Minister. Mr Johnson says he will review whether ‘stealth sin taxes’ are successful in changing behaviour or disproportionately affect poorer consumers. ‘If we want people to lose weight and live healthier lifestyles, we should encourage people to walk, cycle…
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Specialists in dental decontamination and cross-infection control, Aura Infection Control will be on hand at this month’s Cardiff Dentistry Show. The show, which takes place on Saturday 6 July, in Sophia Gardens, Cardiff, is designed to cater for dentists who have made the move into independent practice, or are in the process of doing so,…
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A carbamide peroxide product which works in an hour? You read correctly. DB Orthodontics, the makers of Autograph Aligners, presents Autograph Whitening – its newest luxury brand – created with the time-conscious patient in mind. Amongst the baffling array of tooth-whitening products available on the market, which all promise great results, DB Orthodontics presents a simple…
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FMC is giving you the chance to win an Amazon Echo Dot, simply by filling in this short survey. We are committed to developing the best and most informative magazines and websites that we can possibly produce. In order to achieve this, we’d like to ascertain your views on how you utilise the various media and online information channels…
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More than a quarter (27%) of British adults admit they don’t brush their teeth twice a day. And a third of British adults (33%) say they never floss, according to the latest Consumer Oral Health Survey. Women are more likely to brush at least twice a day (77%), compared to 69% of men. ‘A proper brushing…
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San Francisco is introducing a ban on the sales of e-cigarettes until their effects on health are clearer. The ban will come into effect in seven months in an attempt to curb the rise of vaping amongst youths. Despite the ban, it will still be legal to purchase traditional cigarettes and marijuana products. ‘We spent a few…
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‘How will the PG Cert course help profitability and develop my career?’ answered by Dominic Hassall, GDC registered specialist in restorative, prosthodontic and periodontal dentistry. To sign up for free training videos visit dominic-hassall-training.co.uk/dentistry.
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Programill PM7 is designed to cover the entire CAD/CAM material range from Ivoclar Digital and it’s optimised for hybrid operation. The machine changes from wet to dry operation fully automatically. New innovations made this possible: a newly designed milling chamber, an optimised suction, a unique coolant fluid concept and an automatic self-cleaning function. When machining…
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The amount of sugar in baby food should be restricted, the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) says. It is also calling on parents to offer children more vegetables to stop them developing a ‘sweet tooth’. The RCPCH is also recommending parents offer bitter flavours too. ‘Part of the problem is that baby weaning…
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Only one in six NHS dental practices in Wales are accepting new adult patients, research from the BDA shows. The research shows 55 out of 355, or 15.5%, practices in Wales are able to offer appointments. Figures have dropped markedly since 2012 when 37% of new adult patients were able to find an NHS appointment. ‘For…
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Opro is looking for dentists to join its team across the UK. Do you want to join us, the leading brand that is taking the world by storm, whilst protecting our future athletes’ smiles? Manufacturing custom-fit mouthguards for over 1,000 schools and sports clubs nationwide, Opro is the largest producer of custom-fit mouthguards in the…
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Mydentist is inviting all clinicians along to its Clinical Conference this October. Have you ever wondered what life is really like at Mydentist? Would you like to hear about the future of our business and what we are doing to make Mydentist the best place in the UK to grow your clinical career? This year,…
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Excessive computer use could be putting teenager’s oral health at risk, a new study shows. Teenagers who spend three hours or more on computers are more likely to neglect their oral health. Researchers found spending longer on the computer meant 18-year-olds were less likely to brush, floss and visit the dentist. ‘There is growing evidence to suggest…
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