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Birmingham experiences large jump in the number of people smoking
Birmingham is seeing a large rise in the number of people who smoke, Public Health England (PHE) figures show. In…
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More than half of Brits support the introduction of a ‘pudding tax’
More than half (54%) of Brits support a ‘pudding tax’, research from the Oral Health Foundation shows. Popularity for the…
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Consuming too many sugary drinks increases chances of death
Consuming two or more sugary drinks a day increases the chances of dying from heart disease, bowel disease and strokes.…
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The Oral Health Awards – last chance to enter!
The Oral Health Awards returns for a third year and there’s only a few days left to submit your entry! They exist…
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Ultrasonic scaling trumps manual for clinician comfort
Jamini Bhadresa considers the benefits of ultrasonic scaling and why this technique leaves hand scaling behind with regards to reducing…
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What is the best ultrasonic scaler on the market? Easy…
Successful dental hygienist and instrumentation trainer, Mel Prebble, explains why there is only one ultrasonic scaler that she would trust…
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More than a billion fewer cigarettes smoked in England each year
Cigarette consumption drops by 1.4 billion in England each year, a study from Cancer Research UK shows. Average monthly cigarette…
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Half of Brits feel poor oral health would negatively affect their work
More than half (58%) of Brits feel having bad teeth would negatively affect their confidence at work. Women were more…
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Faculty of Dental Surgery calls on schools to go sugar free
The Faculty of Dental Surgery is urging school dinners in England to go sugar free. It hopes this will help combat high tooth decay rates…
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Vitamin D during pregnancy could improve children’s oral health
Taking large doses of vitamin D during pregnancy could improve the oral health of children. A clinical trial split 600 women into…
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Are you up to date?
This article explores the options dental professionals have in order to remain current when it comes to the latest evidential…
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Wine tops the poll as the nation’s favourite drink
A glass of wine has topped the poll as the UK’s favourite alcoholic beverage, according to a Yougov poll. The…
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Everyone deserves a summer they can smile about
Do your patients’ summer preparation regimes include protection against teeth sensitivity? Your patients plan their summer activities and holidays well…
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McDonald’s receives opposition to opening new restaurant in Cardiff
McDonald’s is receiving opposition to plans to open a 24-hour restaurant and drive-through 200 metres away from a school. A school head teacher…
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Drinking alcohol or smoking more disruptive for sleep than caffeine
Drinking alcohol or smoking before bed can be more disruptive for sleep patterns than drinking coffee, research shows. A study…
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Is it time to re-evaluate your approach to oral health management?
Dentistry’s evidence base is always changing, making Henry Ford’s famous saying: ‘If you always do what you’ve always done, you’ll…
Oral health
A subscription service that pays back, and cares for your patients; introducing Ordo
Ordo isn’t your average oral health company: just launched as part of the Henry Schein Dental Business Solutions portfolio, Ordo…
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Alcohol bottles and cans to contain updated drinking guidance on labels
Alcoholic bottle and can labels will contain updated advice on low risk drinking guidelines published by the government. The chief medical officer…
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Introducing the Smile Revolution Podcast – the innovative dentistry podcast dedicated to promoting oral health
Victoria Wilson introduces her Smile Revolution Podcast, in association with Dentsply Sirona. Calling all dental hygienists, therapists and dental professionals!…
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