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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…
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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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Sweet talk: addressing sweeteners and oral health
James Goolnik reveals everything dental professionals need to know about sweeteners and what to advise to patients. Human brains have…
Health & research
Implementing the therapy-led model
This month, Cat Edney discusses how a therapy-led approach can turn a one-man band into a cohesive well-oiled machine. 2023…
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Switching smokers to vapes ‘could save NHS half a billion a year’
Swapping cigarettes for vapes could save the NHS ‘more than half a billion a year’, according to a new study. …
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Sweeteners ‘ineffective’ for weight control
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released new guidance recommending against the use of non-sugar sweeteners (NSS) to control body…
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One in five report using e-cigarettes at least monthly
About one in five respondents use e-cigarettes at least monthly and one in ten use them every day. According to…
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Children increasingly exposed to vapes on display in shops
Children are increasingly exposed to e-cigarettes on display in shops – and are more likely to buy from small shops.…
Oral health
Can eating pecans help to curb obesity?
Regular consumption of pecans can prevent obesity and other health issues like diabetes, according to a new study. The new…
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Half of employees call in sick or leave work early due to dental pain
Almost half of employees have called in sick or left work early due to dental pain, according to new research.…
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Business plans – a dental hygienist/therapist’s approach
In order to justify expensive equipment purchases, it is sensible to formulate a business plan – Sakina Syed details her recommendations…
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Reaching the peak of prophylaxis at the GBT Summit 2023
The GBT Summit is returning for 2023. Hear from some of the speakers who will share their knowledge at the…
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Type 2 diabetes patients with good oral habits have lower blood glucose levels
Patients with type 2 diabetes who demonstrate good oral hygiene habits show lower blood glucose levels over 24 hours. This…
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MPs urge for restrictions on disposable vapes to limit use by young people
Members of Parliament urged the government to implement restrictions on the packaging of disposable vapes in a bid to reduce…
Oral health
Why dental hygienists and therapists are key to expanding access to dental care
With Prime Minister Rishi Sunak highlighting dental therapists as key to the UK’s dental access issues, we hear from Miranda…
NHS in crisis
How does the public perceive dentistry?
Do you want to know more about public perception, views and experiences of dentistry? Miranda Steeples delves into the latest…
Dentistry
Dental Therapy Explained – digital dental therapy
With more practices investing in digital dentistry, Cat Edney discusses the many possibilities of digital dental therapy and how it…
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