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Oral health in Scotland reveals ‘stark and persistent inequalities’
Just over two thirds of 11-year-old children in the tenth most deprived areas of Scotland were found to be decay…
Dentistry Scotland
What dental professionals need to know about snus and nicotine pouches
Patric Aria Saraby explores the impact of snus and nicotine pouches on gingival tissues and the oral mucosa. As smokeless…
Clinical Dentistry
Bridging the gap: the growing importance of dental hygienists and therapists
We hear from dental hygienists and therapists about why they are essential for improving access to dental care. Grant Simleit,…
Dentistry
Miles for Smiles 2025: walking to support those in need
Dentsply Sirona reveals the details of its annual charity walk, Miles for Smiles, encouraging people to take part and support…
Dentistry
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Introducing the Principles for Oral Health report
The Sepa Foundation, sponsored by Listerine, proudly announces the launch of the Principles for Oral Health report, a global initiative…
Oral health
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In pictures: sloth undergoes endodontic dental treatment at zoo
A sloth has undergone ‘groundbreaking’ endodontic dental treatment at one of the UK’s biggest zoos. Dental experts carried out the…
Dentistry
Smoking, vaping and oral health: all you need to know
With new bans on smoking and disposable vapes taking effect this year, we take a look at what dental professionals…
Dentistry
UK water fluoridation and the north east: benefits ‘obvious to the naked eye’
Ray Lowry, secretary and treasurer of the British Fluoridation Society, discusses the latest commitment to a north east rollout of…
Dentistry
Ramadan and oral health: are miswak sticks effective?
The miswak stick, a historic oral hygiene tool, is still used by many Muslims during Ramadan – Sumaiyah Habib explores how…
Dentistry
HPV Awareness Day – understanding HPV in oral health
‘Most people will contract HPV at some point in their lives’: To mark HPV (human papillomavirus) Awareness Day, the Oral…
Dentistry
Ramadan and oral health – everything you need to know
With Ramadan starting this week, Sakina Syed explores how fasting impacts oral health and shares her top oral hygiene tips…
Dentistry
Physical activity may prevent adolescents from smoking
Moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) in childhood may prevent 60% of 13-year-olds from smoking their first cigarette, according to a new…
Health & research
‘This has changed my whole life’: Dentaid’s remarkable impact
Dentistry‘s Lucy Veal visits a Dentaid dental unit to witness firsthand the transformative care they provide to vulnerable communities. ‘This…
Dentistry
The business of biofilm – part one
Biofilm is not just a clinical issue; it’s a business one. Its effective management can drive better patient outcomes –…
Business
‘It makes brushing feel effortless’: putting a new product through its paces
We hear from four dental professionals on why the latest Philips 5000-7000 Series sonic toothbrush is delivering for their patients’…
Dentistry
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My life-changing experience volunteering at a refugee camp
‘You wish you could do more’: dentist Farah Elnaqa shares the reality of providing dental care treatment in a refugee…
Dentistry
News you’ve missed this week – 1 February 2025
It’s been a busy week in the world of dental news. Missed the headlines? Here’s what’s happened over the past…
Dentistry
Flossing once a week linked to lower risk of stroke
Flossing your teeth at least once a week can lower the risk of stroke, according to a new study. The…
Health & research
Children’s oral health on Isle of Man worse than UK average
More children on the Isle of Man have issues with their oral health compared to the UK, a report has…
Dentistry
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