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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…
Health & research
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.…
Health & research
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…
Oral health
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…
Oral health
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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…
Health & research
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…
Columnists
Target the acidic cause of childhood caries
Colgate discusses some of the causative and protective factors contributing to the prevalence of childhood caries. Improving the oral health…
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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…
Oral health
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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,…
AI & technology
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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