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Win Apple AirPods with the Colgate five-day biofilm challenge
Colgate is offering you the chance to win Apple AirPods, simply by taking part in its five-day biofilm challenge. During…
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COVID-19 – a chance to reform UK dentistry
Experts are calling for ‘brave and bold’ decision making to radically reform the way the UK delivers dentistry. In an…
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What did dental nursing teach me about becoming a dental therapist?
Beth Taylor explains how the experience she gained as a dental nurse helped her in a career move to become…
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Vaping linked to increased COVID-19 risk among young people
Vaping and e-cigarettes are associated with an increased risk of COVID-19 among teenagers and young people, it has been revealed.…
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Government releases mouth care guidance for COVID-19 patients
The government has released mouth care guidance for hospitalised patients as part of its care for those with suspected or…
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Gum disease linked to severe COVID-19 complications
Defence against inflammation from gum disease can potentially protect COVID-19 patients against life-threatening respiratory complications. This is according to research…
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The hygienist’s blog – valuing your hygienist
Claire Berry highlights how easy and satisfying a hygienist’s job is when a dental practice and clinician values their work.…
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Out of office – Sammi-Peony Dovey on kayaking
This week Sammi-Peony Dovey talks about her hobbies away from the dental practice including kayaking, horse riding and sewing. Please…
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How 2020 is changing the future of dental hygiene and therapy
With COVID-19 changing the way we live, Amber Ojak looks at the impact it will have on the future of…
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Can you spot patients’ acidic damage?
Pronamel from GSK is launching its dedicated resource page highlighting the important role acid plays in your patients’ diet and…
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Pandemic increased tobacco use among cigar smokers, says study
Cigar smokers have increased their tobacco use – despite saying they intended to quit over health fears linked to COVID-19.…
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Life in practice after lockdown – Claire Berry
Claire explains what life is like now she’s back in practice and what changes she’s introduced post-lockdown. More about Claire…
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Back to basics – improving oral hygiene at home during the COVID-19 crisis
Colgate explains how you can help improve patients’ oral hygiene at home and maintain a high standard of quality care…
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Flavoured cigarette ban significantly reduces smoking rates
A ban on the sale of flavoured cigarettes reduces underage smoking by 43% and smoking amongst young adults by 27%.…
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10 steps back to practice after COVID-19 – virtual consultations
With a growth in popularity, Claire Berry explores whether virtual consultations are the new way forward for dental advice. When…
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Returning to work – a hygienist’s experience
Tiffani Hutchinson talks about her experience going back to practice as a dental hygienist, and explains what the future might…
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Alcohol led to higher loss of working years in the UK than cancer, study shows
Almost one fifth of working years in England were down to alcohol consumption – overtaking those lost to cancer. Using…
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The EME approach to tackling oral hygiene education
Amber Ojak introduces her EME approach to oral hygiene education, which will help influence behaviour change both in and out…
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Obesity plan targets ‘buy one, get one free’ deals
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced a number of measures to tackle obesity as part of a national crackdown. The…
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