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Win an iPad Mini at Showcase

There is a fabulous opportunity for dental nurses to win an iPad Mini at Showcase this year – by supporting the Society of British Dental Nurses (SBDN).

Endodontic effects of smoking

Researchers have found that smoking weakens the ability for pulp in teeth to fight illness and disease.

Antibiotics risk

Antibiotics kill the 'good' bacteria keeping infection and inflammation in the mouth at bay.

Are you an award winner

The Society of British Dental Nurses (SBDN) is celebrating the second National Dental Nurses Day in November with another awards ceremony.

School meals appeal

The lunchtime menu in Scottish schools should be improved to reduce excess sugar and ensure children and young people eat more fruit and vegetables.

Are you due tax relief?

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is urging dental nurses and other healthcare workers who wash or repair their uniforms at home to check if they can claim cash back.

Chronic pain syndrome

New steps are being taken toward better diagnosis and treatment of Burning Mouth Syndrome (BMS).

Oral bacteria and obesity

The oral bacteria of young children may predict obesity.

Sugar high in yogurts

A new survey highlights alarmingly high sugar levels in yogurts – with those marketed towards children included in the results.

Homeless and oral health

Homeless and Inclusion Oral Health Conference: How to take action for inclusion takes place on Friday 23 November.

Calling all dental nurses!

This October, Dental Showcase takes place at London’s Excel on 4-6 October, bringing together the best of our sector.

Drink free days

Public Health England’s One You has teamed up with Drinkaware to launch a new Drink Free Days campaign.

New denture guidelines

New global guidelines have been announced to tackle the wealth of inconsistent and contradictory advice on the best care and maintenance of full dentures.