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Looking beyond the obvious
The British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy (BSDHT) today launch the theme for their Oral Health Conference and Exhibition…
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3.9 billion ‘untreated dental problems’ worldwide
More than half of the world’s population are burdened by untreated oral health problems. New research has discovered that 3.9…
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Plaque – the never-ending story
The fight against plaque is never-ending; dental plaque is constantly forming in the mouth, twenty-four hours a day, seven days…
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Cheese may prevent cavities
Consuming cheese and other dairy products may help protect teeth against cavities. That’s according to a new study published in…
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Colgate ODRT DCP Research Awards 2013
Colgate DCP Research Awards, in partnership with the Oral Dental Research Trust (ODRT), support research of clinical relevance, carried out…
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Improving periodontal health in practice
The recent British Dental Conference & Exhibition held in London was the setting for a Colgate Oral Health Network session…
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Hygienist welcomes Michael Douglas ‘oral sex’ comment
Hollywood star Michael Douglas has blamed the human papilloma virus (HPV) for his life-threatening throat cancer The virus has been…
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‘Flossing not a luxury’ says dentist
New statistics reveal almost seven million people in the UK give are likely to give cleaning their teeth the brush-off.…
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Public ignorant of oral health hazards
A shocking number of Brits do not realise the consequences of poor oral health, new research reveals. Dementia topped the…
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Diet drinks as bad for teeth as crack cocaine
Heavy consumption of diet fizzy drinks can damage teeth as badly as methamphetamine or crack cocaine. That’s according to a…
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‘Made In Chelsea’ star talks oral health
Following the latest research from Extra, which revealed that consumers in their teens and early twenties are the demographic most…
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Nutrition masterclass for hygienists/therapists
Back by popular demand, Juliette Reeves of Perio-Nutrition is presenting a full-day masterclass for dental hygienists on Saturday 2 November…
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Implant maintenance course for hygienists/therapists
Juliette Reeves, of Perio-Nutrition, is presenting a full day hands on mastercass for dental hygienists and therapists on Saturday 7…
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Perfectly simple
As the UK’s largest oral health campaign is finally underway, organisers the British Dental Health Foundation say it’s not too…
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Improving dental hygiene with copper
Splashes resulting from the use of high-speed rotating instruments used for dental treatments have been identified as a potential source…
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We need motivated hygienists!
A whitening company is looking for keen hygienists to share its passion for its whitening product. PrevDent has developed a…
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Barriers to direct access come down
Patients can now book directly with a dental hygienist or dental therapist who offers a direct access service. At a…
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Cutting edge – new regulations for ‘sharps’
On 11 May, new regulations regarding the use of ‘safer sharps’ need enforcing. Shaun Howe asks if you and your…
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Fizzy drinks need health warning
Drinking one extra sugar-sweetened soft drink a day can increase a person’s risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 22%,…
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