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What I learned running a blood pressure pilot in my dental practice
After his dental practice took part in a blood pressure pilot, Jeff Sherer explains how the additional service helped to…
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Beetroot lowers blood pressure through oral microbiome changes
The blood pressure lowering effect of beetroot in older people may be due to its impact on the oral microbiome,…
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Sugar consumption in early life linked to chronic health problems
Reducing sugar in the first 1,000 days after a child’s conception reduces the risk of developing health problems later in…
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Halving salt intake significantly lowers blood pressure, study says
New research has found that lower salt intake significantly reduces the blood pressure of those who are already being treated…
Dentistry
Blood pressure checks introduced at NHS dental appointments
NHS England has announced a trial scheme that will deliver blood pressure checks during dental and optometry appointments. The scheme…
Dentistry
A dental student’s guide to…common medications (part three)
Following on from part two exploring common medications dentists may come across, Hannah Hook and Frances Evelegh look into high blood…
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New research shows mouthwash use could inhibit benefits of exercise
Although exercise is known to reduce blood pressure, the activity of bacteria in our mouths may determine whether we experience…
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