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London buses transformed to provide dental care for homeless
Two London buses are now kitted out to help those who are homeless access vital services as the winter starts…
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Attention all dental hygienists and therapists – Glasgow is calling this November!
The BSDHT is delighted to host this year’s oral health conference on the 26-27 November at the SEC in Glasgow.…
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Denplan joins forces with Dentaid to provide 25 new mobile clinics
More vulnerable children will have access to dental care following a new partnership between Denplan and Dentaid. The fresh investment…
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Smiles at Sea – free dental checks offered to fishing community
Fisherfolk and their families can get their teeth checked for free as part of a harbourside tour to tackle inequalities.…
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Advancing an understanding of the oral microbiome
Surina Sehgal discusses the importance of the oral microbiome and explains why the dental team should talk to patients about…
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‘Effective solution’ – fluoride to be added to UK drinking water
Fluoride will be added to water supplies after chief medical officers deem it an ‘effective solution’ to oral health inequalities.…
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Improving the oral health of children in Kibera, Kenya
Sejal Bhansali discusses her efforts trying to put a toothbrush in the hands of 8,000 children across Kibera, Kenya during…
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Holistic dentistry – whole body health
James Goolnik explains how dental professionals can help patients to be systemically healthier. At dental school we all learned a…
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Dentistry podcast – Lottie Manahan on sustainable dentistry
Lottie Manahan shines a light on sustainable dentistry and shares her top tips for practices. In the latest episode we…
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Biomin voted ‘Best Dentine Hypersensitivity Relief and Protection Manufacturer’
Biomin Technologies, the UK company behind the innovative bioactive toothpaste Biomin F, has added yet more awards to its growing…
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The agony and the ecstasy – treating substance abusers in prison
Rachel Lawton is a prison dentist who is being mentored by Victoria Wilson. She is part of Victoria’s Smile Revolution…
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Oral cancer awareness in general practice
Imogen Fox discusses oral cancer and how to educate and inform patients about risk factors and symptoms. Oral cancer is…
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The hygienist’s blog – what electric toothbrush should I recommend?
With so many electric toothbrushes, Claire Berry explains why she recommends Oral-B toothbrushes to her patients. I have no doubt…
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Thieves steal £25,000 worth of mouthwash and chewing gum
Around £25,000 worth of mouthwash and other dental products were taken in a raid by a trio of thieves. The…
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Oral health impacts of nutritional deficiencies
Nina Lord explores the physical manifestations that can be seen in patients due to nutritional insufficiencies. As dental professionals, we…
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Your recommendation for at-home care is more important than ever
All members of the dental team have a role to play in educating and motivating all patients to optimise their…
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New survey provides first global snapshot of oral health attitudes and practices
Caroline Holland takes a deeper look at Sunstar’s oral health survey and explores what it might mean for the future…
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UK ranks amongst best for number of oral health habits
The UK ranked highly in good oral health habits following a worldwide survey into oral health awareness. A number of…
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Carbon neutral toothbrushes – moving closer to sustainability
A new carbon neutral toothbrush made from renewable raw materials has been launched by GSK Consumer Healthcare (GSKCH). The company…
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