Vape use linked to poor gum health
Vaping has been linked to increased plaque levels and inflammatory markers, according to a new systematic review.
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700,000 appointments announced
700,000 urgent dental appointments announced
The Department of Health and Social care (DHSC) has announced the roll out of ...
Society introduces CPD event
Society introduces CPD event
The Society of British Dental Nurses (SBDN) has launched its ‘Coffee Café’ ...
Childhood activity and smoking
An active childhood could reduce smoking rates
Teenagers may be less likely to start smoking if they engage in ...
Considering an apprenticeship?
Thinking about trying a dental apprenticeship?
Rex Fan explains why learning something new could boost more than your career.
Blood pressure pilot launched
Blood pressure pilot launched
Community Dental Services CIC (CDS) Lincolnshire and Essex are offering blood ...
Training partnership announced
Dental group collaborates to provide dental nurse training
Mydentist, a UK dental corporation, and Tempdent, a dental apprenticeships, ...
Calls for 'targeted approach'
Dentists call for a ‘targeted approach’ to children’s dental care
Following a new survey published by the Office for Health Improvement and ...
Workplace bullying CPD event
Workplace bullying CPD event open to all
The British Association of Dental Nurses (BADN) has announced its February ...
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Charity provides dental hygiene kits for the homeless
Charity provides dental kits
A London-based charity, Who is Hussain, has given out dental kits to help address poor dental health in the homeless community.
Million pound training facility established in Newcastle
Education facility launched
A multi-million pound dental education and training facility has been launched in Newcastle.
Over 60,000 children benefit from oral health education scheme
Oral health education scheme
BrightBites, an oral health education programme, has delivered sessions to more than 60,000 school children across the UK.
Bristol NHS dental practice witnesses’ queue of over 100 prospective patients
Long queue for NHS dental care
A dental clinic in Bristol experienced large queues on February 6, 2025, after it announced it would be enrolling new NHS patients.
College to recruit board chair
College to recruit board chair
The College of General Dentistry has announced it is seeking the next chair of the board for its Faculty of Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy.
Oral bacteria could be ‘detrimental to brain health’, says study
Oral bacteria and brain health
The bacteria in your mouth and on your tongue may be linked to changes in brain function as you age, research has suggested.
Kendal dental clinic awarded for sustainable practice
Kendal clinic wins award
A Kendal dental practice has been awarded a ‘Green Impact for Dentistry’ Gold Award 2024.
Dental group partners with software company
Dental group improves workflow
The dental group, Tooth Club, has announced its partnership with Agilio Software, adopting its platforms to optimise operational processes.
Fundraising events calendar launched
Charity events calendar
Dentaid The Dental Charity has published its 2025 fundraising events calendar.
Young people support a smokefree generation, study reveals
Support for a smokefree UK
Young people welcome the idea of the government’s smokefree generation policy, viewing it as a chance to free their generation from harmful addiction, says a study led by the University of Nottingham.
Mouth bacteria linked to stroke risk
Mouth bacteria and stroke risk
A preliminary study indicates that a common bacteria typically found in the mouth and gut is more prevalent in individuals who have experienced a stroke.
