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Direct access events hailed a success
Following the General Dental Council’s decision to remove the barrier to direct access, according to Kevin O’Brien, Chair of the…
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Charities lead call for mouth cancer action
The launch of the Mouth Cancer Action Month campaign, dedicated to raising awareness of the killer disease, was announced today…
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Under-18s suffer worsening gum disease
Oral health experts are warning under-18s to tackle gingivitis early after a new government study revealed that at least half…
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Unleash potential through direct access
Direct access was introduced from 1 May 2013 for GDC registered dental hygienists and therapists. Patients can now visit dental…
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Bedtime blues?
Dental therapist Melanie Joyce summarises advice on the treatment of pain and sepsis in the primary dentition If left untreated,…
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Urgent! Get your CPD here!
Ready, steady go – the CPD deadline is looming and you now have only 6 days to declare your CPD…
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New DH&T course for 2014?
A new BSc course in dental hygiene and therapy is under discussion. The plans were high on the agenda at…
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Are you on the right wavelength?
Anthony Asquith suggests how best to tune in to patients when managing complaints When we receive a complaint, it’s really…
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Heatwave good news for oral health
The current heatwave may be beneficial for oral health. That’s because Vitamin D, naturally produced by your body when exposed…
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‘Time bomb’ warning for women’s alcohol deaths
Deaths from alcohol-related disease in women in their 30s and 40s are rising, a study suggests. This goes against the…
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Celebrate your therapist or hygienist
Isn’t it time you recognised your hygienist or therapist for their outstanding effort and commitment? All you need to do…
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Excessive snacking can lead to gingivitis
People who eat too many snacks run the risk of gingivitis, warn oral health experts. Eating little and often may…
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Bad teeth causes a stink for promotions
An online survey suggests that 44% of senior decision-makers in SMEs believe that unpleasant teeth or bad breath would adversely…
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Gum problems?
Glaxosmithkline Consumer Healthcare (GSK) reports that recent research conducted by GSK amongst dental professionals confirms that Corsodyl is the number…
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Kids motivation
The Aquafresh brand supports the education of younger patients and their carers through the provision of Aquafresh kids motivation packs…
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Upskill for direct access, DH&Ts told
DCPs who see patients directly must review skills and knowledge, says FGDP(UK). It is necessary for dental hygienists and therapists…
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Pointing to success
As ‘Talking Points’ in dentistry celebrated its 28th year of excellence in learning, the popular lecture series attracted over 3000…
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Milk after breakfast halts plaque
A new study has found that drinking a glass of milk after breakfast significantly reduces the build-up of plaque. Results…
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Poor oral health harming UK economy
Over 415,000 employees took time off work last year due to dental problems, meaning an estimated £36.6 million was lost…
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