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Children’s dental health in Scotland has improved by 24% since 2000, according to the latest National Dental Inspection Programme report. The report, published last month, reveals that more than two-thirds (69%) of five-year-olds have no obvious signs of tooth decay. The British Dental Association (BDA) welcomes the progress made but is disappointed that the figures from…
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November is Mouth Cancer Action Month, a charity campaign that aims to get more mouth cancers diagnosed at an early stage by raising awareness of the risk factors as well as signs and symptoms, while also encouraging people to discuss them with their dental professional. There are a number of ways to help make a difference during…
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At her investiture as the new honorary patron of the British Orthodontic Society (BOS), Alison Newlyn paid tribute to her predecessor as well as to the society, which she will represent in 2017. She takes on the role of honorary patron from David Tidy, who she says has been an exemplary ambassador for the society.…
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The Mouth Cancer Foundation, one of the country’s leading head and neck cancer charities, looks at the possible reasons for the disease’s escalating statistics There is no getting away from it, head and neck cancers are on the rise and they are still being detected late. Oral cancer was once a disease that affected the…
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Have you received your copy of the November/December issue of Oral Health yet? The latest issue is all about change; improving lives, adapting behaviours and challenging preconceptions. There are big changes on the horizon for the dental profession. Of course, it’s easy to argue that change is always afoot in dentistry. Even when I look back over…
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One in five children under the age of five has poor oral hygiene, a survey has found. Published by Action for Children, the survey polled 2,000 parents across the UK and found that one in five children (20%) under the age of five brush their teeth just once a day, even though baby teeth, much like…
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A self-help guide designed to encourage young children to face their fears could help to reduce the number of children with phobias of the dentist. Led by academics at the University of Sheffield, the guide uses cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) techniques to reduce children’s anxiety about going to the dentist. More than a third of…
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According to the Oral Health Foundation, organisers of Mouth Cancer Action Month, more than 7,500 people are diagnosed with mouth cancer every year in the UK. What’s more, around seven people in the UK lose their life to the disease every day. Mouth Cancer Action Month is a charity campaign that aims to get more…
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Next year’s date for the British Orthodontic Conference (BOC), which will be held in Manchester, has been announced as 14-16 September. To capture the atmosphere of this year’s conference in Brighton, the British Orthodontic Society (BOS) has released a video. Filmed in lecture halls, the exhibition area and social venues, the video is designed to give a flavour…
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The Oral Health Foundation has teamed up with The Swallows Head & Neck Cancer support group to provide support and information for carers and survivors at the North of England Head & Neck Cancer Conference. The two charities are coming together for the conference on Friday 11 November at the Merseyside Maritime Museum, Albert Dock,…
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A new survey has revealed that 40% of the male participants have strong concerns about their appearance – with one in four putting teeth straightening at the top of their wish list of what they’d change about their appearance. The aim of the survey was to find out about men’s confidence in their appearance and the…
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Jemma Walker, a PhD student and dental researcher from Plymouth University Peninsula Schools of Medicine and Dentistry (PUPSMD), has been presented with the Registered Scientist award by the Science Council, for her personal and professional development report. The Science Council deemed Jemma’s report to be ‘exemplary’. This is the second year that the Science Council…
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Action on Sugar has called for UK food manufacturers to cut sugar with immediate effect. Following new research that shows significant differences in levels of sugar is similar everyday food products, Action on Sugar is urging food manufacturers to fall in line with Public Health England’s voluntary reformulation programme to help tackle the health crisis…
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With a huge increase in demand for laser hair removal and the rise in popularity of tattoo removal and vascular treatments, it’s little wonder that a growing number of professionals are seeking out ways to learn this invaluable new skill. Delegates attend laser courses for a variety of reasons, from those who are completely new to…
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Taking place on the evening of Thursday 3 November, Dental Wellness Trust will be hosting a special event to find out how dental professionals can make the most difference when it comes to children’s oral health. Entitled Saving kids’ teeth: how can we make the most difference?, the evening will see Professor Jenny Gallagher, Professor…
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In a bid to curb soaring obesity rates, especially in children, the World Health Organization (WHO) is urging all countries to consider introducing a sugary drinks tax. The advice comes as more and more countries are considering fiscal measures to dissuade people from buying large quantities of sugary soft drinks, which have been identified as…
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Public Health England has launched a new tool that will empower local authorities to make effective long-term investments in prevention. The toolkit, which will calculate potential returns on investment on children’s oral health initiatives over five and 10 year periods including supervised toothbrushing, fluoride varnish, and provision of toothbrushes by post, has the backing of the British…
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It’s time to get our teeth into improving children’s oral health, argues Professor Elizabeth Kay, foundation dean of Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth University Peninsula Schools of Medicine and Dentistry. In April, the Local Government Association (LGA) issued a report that stated that around 100 children a day were being admitted to hospital for operations to…
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An immunotherapy drug hailed as a potential ‘game changer’ could soon offer new hope to cancer patients. Researchers believe nivolumab can extend the lifespan of ‘relapsed’ patients diagnosed with head and neck cancer – particularly those whose tumours are linked to HPV. The drug is currently licensed for the treatment of advanced melanoma skin cancer…
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