Oral health

The hygienist’s blog – five ways to boost your practice income using your hygienist’s skillset

Claire Berry explores some of the avenues a hygienist can go down to help boost the income of dental practices.…

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Health secretary to take control of water fluoridation schemes

Power over water fluoridation will be taken away from local councils and handed to central government under new plans. In…

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Oral health considerations in pregnancy

Maria Papavergos explores the changing oral health during pregnancy as well as how improving oral health can improve fertility. Oral…

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Complications and complication management – the new ebook

Claire Berry is launching her new ebook, Complications and complication management, which focuses on facial aesthetics for hygienists. Following the COVID-19…

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So fresh, so clean – the truth behind halitosis

Arifa Sultana uncovers the truth behind halitosis and explains how to control the issue in the 21st century. Halitosis, fetor…

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COVID-19: control bacteria in the mouth to prevent superinfection

We should not abandon oral health during the COVID-19 pandemic; rather we should improve it through regular use of toothpaste…

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COVID patients with gum disease up to nine times more likely to die

Patients with gum disease are three times more likely to suffer from complications if they contract COVID-19. This is according…

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How can dental nurses improve patients’ oral health during the pandemic?

Alis Fleming discusses how dental nurses can make a difference to patients’ oral health as we continue to battle COVID-19. …

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GSK health partner showcases how UK dentistry is rising to the challenge

A new campaign by GSK aims to showcase how dental practices and professionals across the UK have risen to the…

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Microbes on toothbrush come from your mouth and not the toilet

Microbes that stick to your toothbrush reflect those in your mouth and not your toilet, a new study has found. …

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At what point is intervention needed to prevent the progression of periodontal disease?

In a recent interview with Professors Nicola West and Tim Newton, they spoke about how dental professionals can build on…

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How does excessive sugar consumption impact oral and general health?

Chris Harper examines the impact of excessive sugar consumption on oral and general health, and suggests some alternatives to refined…

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A healthy word – new year, new workflow

Anna Middleton explains how qualifying as a dental therapist opens up a whole new way of working with the rest…

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What it’s like working as a dental nurse in an NHS hospital

Rebecca Power talks us through her experience working as a dental nurse in a hospital setting and how it’s different…

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Three quarters of countries report ‘partial or complete’ disruption of oral health services, says WHO

The World Health Organisation (WHO) is calling on member states to move towards a ‘preventive promotional approach’ for oral health.…

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Why is it that mechanical cleaning is not always sufficient to control plaque in some people?

In a recent interview with Professors Nicola West and Tim Newton, they spoke about how dental professionals can build on…

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Do you offer a plastic-free, vegan and cruelty-free toothpaste?

When there’s a toothpaste option that is kinder to the planet, why on earth wouldn’t you offer it? Small things…

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Water fluoridation ‘essential’ to improve children’s oral health during pandemic

Water fluoridation and a collaborated healthcare approach is key to tackling child oral health in the face of COVID-19. This…

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The importance of effective periodontal therapy

Alison Edisbury explains the importance of effective periodontal therapy and how to maintain long-term supportive care with patients. Before starting…

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