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90 seconds with…Sam Mchale
Sam Mchale explains why he got into dentistry and the patient who does card tricks whilst in the dental chair…
Oral health
Dannii’s diaries – what I wish I’d known before becoming a dental nurse
Dannii Schroven discusses what it was like walking into the world of dentistry – and why she hasn’t looked back.…
Dental Nursing
The impact of genes on disease risk
Deborah Lyle considers the links between genetics and oral diseases. It is well known that oral diseases cause pain and…
Oral health
Oral Health Awards – Ghyllmount Dental Practice
Ghyllmount Dental Practice tells us why smaller practices should not put off entering the awards. How does it feel to…
Oral health
UK sugar consumption drops within a year of sugar tax
The UK public is consuming less sugar following the introduction of the sugar tax on soft drinks. While the volume…
Oral health
Bioglass technology described as ‘magic stuff’
BBC Four programme, How to Make, looks at the science behind Biomin F – with the presenter describing it as…
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Just 24 hours of interrupted oral health leads to complications
Just 24 to 72 hours of interrupted oral health can lead to a drop in ‘good oral bacteria’, a study…
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The hygienist’s blog – biofilm control requires a multifaceted approach
Claire Berry explores the role of biofilm and how it requires more than just one approach to help tackle the…
Oral health
COVID-19 – low rate of transmission among dental hygienists
A low rate of COVID-19 infection was found among dental hygienists in the practice setting. This is according to a…
Oral health
Dr Heff’s – the science behind the mint
We hear about the science behind Dr Heff’s Remarkable Mints and how they help to prevent caries. A patient with…
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Oral health – a holistic approach
Trishul Vadi explores the connections between the mouth and the body. There are two definitions we need to consider when…
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Mouth cancer – consultant reports spike after dental access troubles
A leading consultant has seen an increase in signs of mouth cancer because early indications are missed due to the…
Oral health
Healthy mouth, healthy you
Jackie Tarling considers the links between diet, lifestyle and oral health by adapting and updating commissioned articles by Paul Clayton…
Oral health
Oral Health Awards – Andy Davies
Andy Davies, clinical director at Abercon Dental Care, discusses the excitement of taking home the award for Best Care of…
Oral health
Out of office – Christie Lawton talks about travelling up America’s west coast
This week Christie Lawton speaks to us about travelling and her greatest adventure – driving the west coast of America.…
Oral health
‘Dental nurses need recognition’ – the difference between NHS and private work
Claire Frisby talks about her 25 years in dental nursing and how her private work compared to that in the…
Dental Nursing
Watch how Sensodyne Pronamel works
As part of GSK’s microsite into erosive toothwear, we look into how Sensodyne Pronamel helps repair weakened enamel. GSK’s recommendations…
Oral health
Care begins from within – looking after our colleagues
Julie Deverick explains why care begins from within. As dental professionals, we are constantly told to put our patients first.…
Oral health
Eating disorders, their signs and what the dental team can do to intervene
The first week of March marks Eating Disorder Awareness week. Natalie Bradley explores some examples of eating disorders and explains…
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