Peer support service
Dental professionals involved in stressful General Dental Council (GDC) investigations are being offered a new peer support service from the Dental Defence Union (DDU).
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Dental deserts research
Research into ‘dental deserts’ by Good Morning Britain has discovered that Norfolk has been the worst affected area for access issues. The data suggests that 38 per cent of patients in the county have been unable to access a dental appointment.
Preschool 'healthy smiles'
A Norfolk preschool has received a ‘healthy smiles’ accreditation for teaching its pupils about the importance of oral hygiene.
Event tackles dental anxiety
A Northamptonshire dental therapist has launched a series of free events for children to address dental anxiety.
Lancashire refugee education
Dental experts from the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) have been helping two local community groups to improve oral health.
Nottingham water fluoridation
A GP and a councillor have teamed up to lobby for water fluoridation to improve oral health.
Oral cancer treatment
LightOx, a Newcastle-based drug development company, has received an initial £400k investment from Northstar Ventures to help develop its product to revolutionise oral cancer treatment.
Nottingham toothbrush packs
Nottingham City Council and Nottinghamshire County Council have secured £100,000 of ring-fenced funding from NHS England to buy and distribute toothbrushing packs to foodbanks and other organisations in the community that provide support for vulnerable people and families.
Vapes could save the NHS £518m
Research from Brunel University London has revealed how switching smokers could help save the NHS millions.
Recycling program
An Exmouth practice has launched a toothbrush recycling point in an effort to be more environmentally friendly.
HPV vaccination report
The Oral Health Foundation has welcomed a new report from the Health and Social Care Committee (HSCC) as part of its inquiry into cancer prevention.
Oral health in primary schools
Community Dental Services (CDS) CIC Essex, in partnership with Essex County Council, has been funded by Suffolk and North East Essex Integrated Care Board to establish a Peer Led Education Programme in primary schools across Colchester and Tendring to tackle tooth decay in children.
Smoking or vaping?
Earlier in 2023, the government announced a national ‘swap to stop’ campaign to offer one million smokers a free vaping starter kit, together with behavioural support, to help them quit smoking. Vaping combined with behavioural support is nearly twice as effective as medicinal nicotine replacement therapy, so this evidence-based strategy could play a significant role in delivering the government’s smokefree 2030 ambition.
North East access crisis
Experts in the North East of England have stated that there is now a "whole new generation of people who have never been to a dentist".
Dental Implants market
The dental industry has witnessed remarkable progress over the years, with continuous advancements in technology and research revolutionising oral healthcare. Among the most transformative innovations are dental implants and abutment systems. These cutting-edge solutions have become the gold standard for replacing missing teeth, offering patients a permanent and aesthetically pleasing solution to their dental woes.
