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GDC publishes outcome report

The General Dental Council (GDC) has published the outcome report following its consultation on proposed amendments to the Specialist List Assessed Applications (SLAA) routes.

Changes in preconception health indicators revealed

A study that looked at preconception health across three generations in the UK has found that some unhealthy behaviours such as smoking and soft drink consumption have decreased over time, while rates...

Choice overload

Mark Garner explores how to help patients manage multiple options.

Halitosis can be treated with photodynamic therapy, study reveals

A study has revealed that antimicrobial photodynamic therapy in which blue light targets annatto colorant is an effective option for treatment of halitosis in mouth-breathing children.

Dentures inspired by nature developed

Scientists have harnessed the power of nature by mimicking octopus suckers to help dentures stick to...

Education programme launched for early-career dentists

A first-of-its-kind education programme in Scottish dentistry has been unveiled to help meet the demand for practitioners across the country.

Significant gap in dental workforce, says association

The Association of Dental Groups (ADG) has highlighted the significant gap in the dental workforce, as it awaits the government and the Department of Health and Social Care’s (DHSC) action plan to...

Smoking cessation services face funding uncertainty

An annual survey has found a record expansion in local authority-run stop smoking services following major investment.

Dental practice in Manchester sold to first-time buyer

Christie & Co, a specialist business property adviser, has announced the sale of Turncroft Dental Practice in Offerton, Greater Manchester.

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First-ever global oral health conference hosted in Thailand

The first-ever global oral health meeting, organised by the World Health Organisation (WHO), will host delegations from over 110 countries. It aims to produce national roadmaps and negotiate a joint...

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Peri-implantitis biomarkers identified by researchers

Researchers have identified genes that are overexpressed in peri-implantitis (PI), which could help in the diagnosis and treatment of the disease.

Toothbrush designed to improve oral health in elderly people

A dentist has designed an innovative toothbrush to aid older people's oral health and quality of life.

Sugary drinks increase the risk of cardiovascular disease

Scientists have revealed that drinking sweetened beverages raises your risk of stroke, heart failure, and atrial fibrillation.

Learn to love lunch

Hannah Burrow explores how to avoid burnout at work.

Moving to facial aesthetics

Rebecca Waters considers what dental professionals need to be aware of.

Welsh government bans single-use vapes

A vote has been passed in the Senedd to introduce regulations to prohibit the supply of single-use vapes in Wales.

Leighton Buzzard practice sold to dental group

Christie & Co, a business property adviser, has announced the sale of Premier Clinic dental practice in Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire.

Demand for orthodontic treatment continues to rise

A survey looking at orthodontic trends in the UK has shown a rise in demand for tooth straightening from adults.

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