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New brush biopsy could detect mouth cancer in under one hour
A brush test for mouth cancer could replace more than 90% of painful scalpel biopsy procedures, according to Queen Mary…
Dentistry
Oral Health Index reveals differences between UK and US oral health
The newly published Oral Health Index, which draws on data amassed by Hello Pearl, highlights significant differences in oral health…
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From celebration to change: Vaisakhi in Parliament
Simran Bains reflects on the 19th annual Vaisakhi celebrations in Parliament and explains why faith leaders and healthcare professionals must…
Dentistry
The cost of missed periodontitis: lessons from negligence claims
Failure to diagnose or appropriately manage periodontitis remains one of the most common and highest value categories of dental negligence…
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Periodontitis outcomes: consensus, collaboration and co-operation
Periodontitis remains a major global health challenge, says Varkha Rattu, but better outcomes depend on consensus in diagnosis, collaboration around…
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University of Sunderland to launch new dental academy
The University of Sunderland will open a new dental academy that will offer courses in dental hygiene, dental therapy and…
Dentistry
Prevention reimagined: GBT Summit 2026 to put hormones, biofilm and AI at the centre of modern dental practice
Hosted by Harry Morris at 30 Euston Square, London on Friday 2 October 2026, the GBT Summit returns with keynote…
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First complete NHS standards for children’s oral health aim to localise care
In a ‘pivotal moment’, NHS England has released updated standards for children’s oral health which prioritise uncomplicated care in the…
Dentistry
Turning off dentine sensitivity is instant and simple
Colgate explains how treating dentine sensitivity can be as instant and simple as a flick of a switch with Colgate…
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Navigating dental therapy in the NHS
With skill mix being hailed as the new way of working for the NHS, does dental therapy really benefit? Or…
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Helicopter parenting: does overprotectiveness worsen children’s oral health?
Hannah Walsh discusses a study linking overbearing ‘helicopter parenting’ to children’s behaviour in the dental chair and explains why the…
Dentistry
Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures: keeping children smiling
Colgate discusses plans for the Bright Smiles, Bright Futures programme to help 1.7 million British children smile in 2026. Colgate’s…
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Partial fasting found to reduce gum disease inflammation
A new study has found that temporarily restricting calorie intake could improve the inflammation associated with gum disease, building on…
Dentistry
Oral inflammation linked to reduced fertility
Chronic oral inflammation impaired ovarian function and reduced fertility in a mouse model, according to a study published in the Journal…
Dentistry
Embedding early intervention in gingival health
In this interview, Shazad Saleem explores the barriers to early intervention in gingivitis, and how education, patient behaviour change and…
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New research shows over half of young children admit to fibbing about brushing their teeth
More than half of young children in the UK admit to fibbing to parents about brushing their teeth, according to…
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Dental therapist role in the TikTok age: how the profession is changing
Freya Milnes explains why the dental therapist role is becoming essential in modern dentistry – and how social media platforms…
Dentistry
Beyond brushing: supporting better self-care at Dentistry Show Birmingham
LISTERINE Professional is attending Dentistry Show Birmingham 2026 with a larger stand and an expanded presence, focused on one of…
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Derbyshire dentist launches toothbrush project after finding a quarter of local children had no practitioner
A Derbyshire dentist is taking direct action on children’s oral health and NHS dental access, handing out toothbrushes in local…
Dentistry
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