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Urgent! Get your CPD here!
Ready, steady go – the CPD deadline is looming and you now have only 6 days to declare your CPD…
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New DH&T course for 2014?
A new BSc course in dental hygiene and therapy is under discussion. The plans were high on the agenda at…
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Are you on the right wavelength?
Anthony Asquith suggests how best to tune in to patients when managing complaints When we receive a complaint, it’s really…
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Heatwave good news for oral health
The current heatwave may be beneficial for oral health. That’s because Vitamin D, naturally produced by your body when exposed…
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‘Time bomb’ warning for women’s alcohol deaths
Deaths from alcohol-related disease in women in their 30s and 40s are rising, a study suggests. This goes against the…
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Celebrate your therapist or hygienist
Isn’t it time you recognised your hygienist or therapist for their outstanding effort and commitment? All you need to do…
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Excessive snacking can lead to gingivitis
People who eat too many snacks run the risk of gingivitis, warn oral health experts. Eating little and often may…
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Bad teeth causes a stink for promotions
An online survey suggests that 44% of senior decision-makers in SMEs believe that unpleasant teeth or bad breath would adversely…
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Gum problems?
Glaxosmithkline Consumer Healthcare (GSK) reports that recent research conducted by GSK amongst dental professionals confirms that Corsodyl is the number…
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Kids motivation
The Aquafresh brand supports the education of younger patients and their carers through the provision of Aquafresh kids motivation packs…
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Upskill for direct access, DH&Ts told
DCPs who see patients directly must review skills and knowledge, says FGDP(UK). It is necessary for dental hygienists and therapists…
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Pointing to success
As ‘Talking Points’ in dentistry celebrated its 28th year of excellence in learning, the popular lecture series attracted over 3000…
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Milk after breakfast halts plaque
A new study has found that drinking a glass of milk after breakfast significantly reduces the build-up of plaque. Results…
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Poor oral health harming UK economy
Over 415,000 employees took time off work last year due to dental problems, meaning an estimated £36.6 million was lost…
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Therapists pay tribute to New Cross ‘champion
The British Association of Dental Therapists recently paid tribute to Ted Seal, the former director of the New Cross School…
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Extraordinary people
Young Dental Hygienist & Therapist of the Year 2012, Kirstie Thwaites, shares the passion that made her a winner When…
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Heartburn ‘may cause’ mouth cancer
A new study has identified heartburn may almost double the risk of developing mouth cancer. Researchers discovered that participants with…
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Snacking leads to poor oral health
Snacking between meals could be affecting oral health improvements throughout the UK, according to research by the British Dental Health…
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UK sees new ‘traffic light’ food system
People will now find it easier to make healthier choices about the food they eat with the new consistent front…
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