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Four in five women over 50 are unaware of menopause-oral health link
New data suggests that 84% of women over 50 are not aware of the oral health impacts of menopause, with…
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Hand health risks for dental hygienists
Award-winning dental hygienist Claire Berry explores the common hand health risks, and discusses preventative strategies for a long and happy…
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Isle of Man to consider water fluoridation in childhood oral health plan
The Isle of Man will look into the benefits of water fluoridation as part of its integrated plan to tackle…
Dentistry
Remove taste as a barrier to behaviour change
Colgate explains how improved taste in oral care products can motivate behaviour change and increase patient adherence. Product efficacy and…
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Twenty three million sick days lost to dental pain, new figures show
New figures have revealed that nearly three in 10 (28%) people in the UK have taken time off work due…
Dentistry
Preparing for the future as a student dental hygienist
Earlier this year, Emily Johnston attended The Dental Hygienist Roadshow – here, she shares what she took away from the day’s events.…
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Dental therapists – recruitment, renumeration, retention
Cat Edney explores the key concepts that should be considered when employing a dental therapist in your practice – recruitment,…
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Research demonstrates impact of COVID-19 on the oral microbiome
An observational study into the effect of COVID-19 on the oral microbiome has found that severe cases led to a…
Oral health
HPV and dentistry: what are the signs and how can you help?
As a common virus which could cause cancer, Neena Nayyar discusses how to spot HPV and why the role of…
Health & research
Ibuprofen ‘can effectively manage dental pain in children’
Acetaminophen or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs – such as ibuprofen – can be used to manage dental pain when immediate care is…
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NHS to launch programme to transform diabetes care
Tens of thousands of people living with early onset type 2 diabetes in England will receive more intensive and targeted…
Health & research
Walking the walk for mouth cancer awareness
The Mouth Cancer Foundation’s annual 10km awareness walk returns this September – learn how you can get involved. The Mouth…
Oral health
The Dental Hygienist Roadshow – don’t miss the final date!
The Dental Hygienist Roadshow by Johnson & Johnson concludes with its final date this October at the Dentistry Show London.…
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Mouth cancer: an update for the dental profession
Dentistry Show London will feature a spotlight on mouth cancer from Mouth Cancer Foundation clinical ambassador Tripat Mahajan. More than…
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Sweetened drinks may increase risk of liver cancer and fatal liver disease
Sugar-sweetened beverages can contribute to liver problems, increasing the risk of liver cancer and fatal liver disease. This is according…
Health & research
Consultation opens on plan to relieve NHS dental access
The government has opened a public consultation on a proposal which could see dental hygienists and therapists alleviate access issues.…
NHS in crisis
Mouth rinse could spot early heart disease risk
Scientists have identified a link between high white blood cells in the saliva of healthy young adults and an early…
Health & research
The GBT Summit World Tour is coming to Manchester
EMS is bringing the GBT Summit World Tour to Manchester this September – find out more about guided biofilm therapy…
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The importance of investing in health and equipment
Lottie Manahan explores the benefits for dental therapists and hygienists when investing in equipment and health. In the ever-evolving field…
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