The British Society of Paediatric Dentistry (BSPD) welcomes the insights and recommendations outlined in a new book called Oral Health Psychology. The book is an international collaboration between...
The Oral Health Foundation is calling for urgent action after a report by the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities highlights a catastrophic rise in childhood tooth extractions.
Once again, the rates of tooth extractions for children and young people remain at an unacceptable level. According to the latest government data, in 2021/22, there were 42,180 tooth extractions in...
Dental Protection has said the ongoing delay to GDC reform is “frustrating and disappointing” and has called on the government to commit to a specific timetable for improving dental regulation.
Julia Svec considers the benefits of using natural whitening agents.
Nina Farmer explains the effect of hormones and diet on oral health.
Effective leadership is a necessity in every workplace. But in healthcare, a lack of effective leaders can impact the quality of care patients receive. Sarah Hurley, chief dental officer for England,...
Susan Hutson considers how to ease pain for hypersensitive patients.
A report for Manchester City Council’s Health Scrutiny Committee has revealed that the oral health of children is swiftly deteriorating. The national percentage for five-year-old children with...