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Oral health adjuncts promoted

Dental professionals have been urged to reconsider how they manage patients who appear disengaged with their oral health, with a rallying call to “exhaust every option” before considering palliative care.

GDC launches consultation

The General Dental Council (GDC) has published its proposed Corporate Strategy 2026-2028, inviting responses to its plans to transform dental regulation.

Charity partnership announced

A new partnership has been announced between Philips Sonicare and The Hygiene Bank, with support from television presenter Helen Skelton.

Vaping more addictive than gum

A research paper has revealed that pod-style electronic cigarette devices are more addictive than nicotine gum.

Event champions collaboration

Members of the global oral health community attended the International College of Dentists (ICD) second Stakeholders’ Day in Boston, Massachusetts, on April 29, 2025.

Floss made to measure stress

Researchers have designed a floss pick system with built-in sensors that can accurately measure cortisol, a stress hormone.

Millions skip toothbrushing

Millions of people across the UK are putting their oral health at risk by snacking on sugary treats after dinner and failing to brush their teeth before bed, research from the Oral Health Foundation has revealed.

Vitamin D testing introduced

A London based dentist is introducing vitamin D testing to all their over 50 patients, following research that found 45 per cent of the group are deficient in the vitamin.

Project to improve experience

A new project, led by the University of Plymouth and funded through a Programme Development Grant from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR), is set to explore how to improve the patient experience for people with disabilities.

Patient consent course

An online course designed to help dental professionals navigate the complex area of obtaining patient consent has been launched by Dental Protection.

Charity outreach in Cornwall

People experiencing homelessness in Cornwall have received emergency dental care as Dentaid The Dental Charity bought its services to the county.

Roundtable to improve access

A parliamentary roundtable aiming to deliver recommendations for driving down inequalities and solving the dental workforce crisis took place in Westminster on May 13, 2025.

Calls for clear food labelling

The British Society of Paediatric Dentistry (BSPD) has echoed the call for clear and consistent labelling on baby food to avoid misleading consumers, especially regarding sugar content.