Dental tips from pharmacies
A pilot scheme to improve oral health through pharmacies proved so successful that it is being rolled out across the North East in a bid to save the NHS money.
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Nominate a smile
When you hear the word ‘hero’ who comes to mind? When you hear the word ‘friend’, is there someone who instantly pops into your head?
Teeth rate high on appearance
Americans worry more about their teeth than any other part of their appearance, according to new research.
EU exit news
EU or Swiss qualified persons entering the UK after exit may have their qualifications recognised, whether we leave the EU with or without a deal.
Gum bacteria and Alzheimer's
Researchers are reporting new findings on how bacteria involved in gum disease can travel throughout the body, exuding toxins connected with Alzheimer's disease, rheumatoid arthritis and aspiration pneumonia.
Time pressures on dentists
Dentists can miss important details on X-rays when put under time pressure, according to new research led by the University of Plymouth.
Top sugar swap tips for Easter
With the sugar spike at Easter, stick to berries for your sweet treat.
Hygiene competition
World Hand Hygiene Day is an annual event that aims to raise awareness about the importance of proper handwashing to prevent the spread of illness and infections.
Save the date: Dental Showcase
Ed Wyre looks ahead to this year's BDIA Dental Showcase
Support National Smile Month
The Oral Health Foundation is calling on organisations up and down the country to get behind National Smile Month 2019 so that more people can live happier and healthier lives.
Free dental care for fishermen
Fishermen and their families in Bridlington recently received free dental care as part of the Seafit Programme.
FGDP rejects CQC fee rise
The Faculty of General Dental Practice (FGDP(UK)) has rejected the Care Quality Commission’s 13% fee increase for dentists, which will apply from 1 April 2019.
Free CPD lectures and packs
The three Cs – causes, consequences and care – of early enamel erosion are being explored at The BDA Dentistry Show (17-18 May 2019) by Unilever, the makers of the RegenerateTM Advanced Enamel Serum and Toothpaste.
New regeneration treatment
Scientists have been able to combine biological and mechanical techniques to repair and regenerate bone and gum tissue.
UK schools rank last in OHE
FDI World Dental Federation (FDI) released the results of a survey from 13 countries, which asked parents with children aged 5–16 if their child's school provided lessons on good oral care – and the UK came last.
