Hospital admissions due to drinking alcohol have doubled in the last ten years. Alcohol-related violence accounts for 30% of cases, with the jaw being the main target. Chronic alcohol increases the risk of oral cancer and periodontitis, while other recreational substances should also be considered
In 2009, the Department of Health published the second edition of Delivering Better Oral Health: An evidence-based toolkit for prevention. Sam Ball revisits the guidance, exploring the key themes for dental nurses
This article aims to revise the anatomical features seen radiographically with the use of a fun quiz. A series of images are provided with a description for the reader to test their knowledge against. The importance of interpretation and terminology are reinforced and some hints are provided
