Oral health

Covid-19 and dental reforms: new NHS update

Released on August 31, 2022, a new update from Ali Sparke, NHS director for dentistry, community pharmacy and optometry, and Rebecca Harris, deputy NHS dental officer England, opened with a Covid-19...

The environmental impact of water fluoridation

Researchers from Trinity College Dublin collaborated with University College London on a new study comparing the low environmental footprint of water fluoridation to other preventive measures for...

9.5 per cent decrease in adults seen by NHS dentists within recommended two years

The number of adults seen by NHS dentists within recommended timeframes decreased by 9.5 per cent in June 2022 against the previous year, a report published by NHS Digital has shown.

Dental biorhythm linked with adolescent weight gain

The University of Kent has released evidence of a biorhythm in human primary teeth which can be linked to adolescent weight gain.

Vape kits to help you quit

A recent pilot scheme from the University of East Anglia (UEA) gave out vape starter kit vouchers to help patients who have tried to quit in the past.  

Baking soda – the natural choice

Many consumers are already becoming more eco-conscious when choosing personal hygiene products, opting for products which use natural ingredients and choosing recyclable packaging. When considering...

Dealing with dental injuries

Nicolas Coomber discusses the treatment solutions available for patients who have suffered dental trauma.

Leading dentist’s advice on the what and the how’s of stopping snoring

Parneet Sehmi suggests ways to help patients change their lifestyles to improve sleep health. 

Delays in GDC cases have a human cost, DDU explains

The Dental Defence Union (DDU) is urging the General Dental Council (GDC) to re-double efforts to improve its fitness to practise processes, following a review of the regulator by the Professional...

Is periodontal disease a risk factor for oral cancer?

A new study released in Evidence-Based Dentistry has identified a link between age, gender, and development of oral cancer.

‘Behind your smile’ campaign

Leading oral hygiene brand Tepe, has launched a campaign to raise awareness of the link between good oral health and overall wellbeing, and educate consumers about the importance of maintaining a...

"NHS dentistry at a tipping point": BBC reveals the extent of access crisis

Nine out of 10 NHS dental practices are unable to offer appointments to new adult patients, in the most extensive survey of patient access ever undertaken.   The British Dental Association (BDA) has...