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Aspartame could ‘possibly’ cause cancer, WHO says
Released today, the World Health Organization’s (WHO) assessment on the non-sugar sweetener aspartame has found it ‘possibly carcinogenic to humans’.…
Oral health
Parents ‘significantly impact’ children’s development of oral habits
Parents can significantly impact the development of healthy oral habits for their children by modelling healthy behaviours for them. This…
Oral health
The growing problem of tooth wear
Alyn Morgan breaks down the issues associated with tooth wear, both physical and beyond, and the potential for digital management.…
Oral health
GBT Summit 2023 – Dentistry’s exclusive preview
The EMS GBT Summit in Manchester is set to bring together international experts and clinicians to share information about preventive…
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Skipping toothbrushing at night could increase risk of cardiovascular disease
Brushing your teeth before going to bed at night is important when it comes to preventing cardiovascular disease. This is…
Oral health
Last date left for The Dental Hygienist Roadshow!
The Dentistry Show London is your last chance to see The Dental Hygienist Roadshow, brought to you by Johnson &…
Oral health
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Technology for healthier smiles
Stacey McMaster explores the impact of advances in technology on contemporary dentistry and the UK’s oral health. Over recent years,…
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Almost 80% in healthcare report higher tooth decay among children, says survey
Nearly four in five health practitioners report seeing higher rates of children’s tooth decay or damage. This is according to…
Oral health
Celebrating 10 years of improved access to dental care
Harry Morris shares invaluable insight into the Brighton-based event that not only celebrated 10 years of dental access but also…
Oral health
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Middle-age lung screening to be offered to smokers and ex-smokers
Everyone who has ever smoked tobacco in England will be offered lung screenings when they hit middle age. The new…
Oral health
Plastics in dentistry – oral health shouldn’t cost the Earth
David Arnold highlights some of the environmental challenges that plastics pose for the dental sector and what can be done about…
Oral health
NHS to provide ‘diet coaches’ for children who are obese
The NHS will open more specialist obesity clinics for children as young as two to help tackle the obesity crisis.…
Oral health
Last chance to see The Dental Hygienist Roadshow
It’s National Smile Month! So what better time to sign up to The Dental Hygienist Roadshow by Johnson & Johnson…
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Ministers urged to crack down on vape marketing to children
The ‘insidious’ marketing of vapes to young people is leaving them so addicted to nicotine they can’t concentrate on lessons.…
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Toothbrushing – brush up to level up
Ben Atkins discusses the importance of effective toothbrushing and teaching patients to prioritise it. National Smile Month 2023 is all…
Oral health
The rewards of oral health
Nigel Carter explains the practical and psychological benefits of oral health. From the moment we qualify as dental professionals, keeping…
Oral health
One person every three hours lost to mouth cancer
Mouth cancer is on the rise in the UK – Jocelyn Harding sheds some light on the dental team’s role…
Oral health
Oral-B Professional website is launched
Oral-B introduces its new website, designed to support dental professionals with access to tools, resources and education. Patients who are…
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Dental Therapy Explained – education and personal development
This month, Cat Edney explains how dental therapists can invest in themselves and their careers through further education and personal…
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