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A new study has highlighted the link between gum disease and premature labour.
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Make an impression at the OSCE
The last weekend in January will see more than 1,000 candidates across the UK sit the final stage of their National Diploma qualification in dental nursing.
Henry’s Angels treat
Henry Schein Team Members across the UK and Ireland brought smiles to the faces of seriously ill children during the holiday season.
New under 5s oral health plan
Thousands of young children are to benefit from a new £1.5m programme aimed at transforming the dental health of under 5s across Greater Manchester.
Dentists honoured
Fourteen dentists have been honoured in the annual round of BDA Honours and Awards for their outstanding achievements, and their commitment to the BDA and the dental profession as a whole.
Brits quick costly smoking
New research shows more Brits are stubbing out their cigarettes for good in a bid to improve their general health and wellbeing.
NHS Long Term plan launches
There were mixed reactions to the inclusion of dentistry in the NHS Long Term Plan launched yesterday by the Prime Minister.
Fruit to fight tooth decay
A handful of dark-coloured berries may lower the risk of tooth decay, a new study shows.
BADN new president-elect
The new president-elect of the British Association of Dental Nurses (BADN) is Jacqui Elsden MSc.
Communicating the future
The January issue looks at the importance of communication in the career progression of the role of the dental nurse.
Ditch the dental jargon
Dental teams are being urged to use plain English when communicating with patients and colleagues.
Student dental nurse award
A student dental nurse has been rewarded for her exceptional work.
New 'go to' dental handbook
A team from the University of Plymouth Peninsula Dental School has written the second edition of Standards in Dentistry – a flagship publication of the Faculty of General Dental Practice (FGDP(UK)).
Depression and oral heath link
Young adults with feelings of depression are significantly more at risk of oral health diseases, according to the findings of a new study.
GDC changes approach to fees
In Shifting the balance, the General Dental Council (GDC) said it wanted to develop a new approach to setting fees, which would better explain how and why funds were used, be clearer about how costs were allocated and provide more certainty about the level of fee dental professionals could expect to pay.
