The British Dental Association Scotland has expressed deep concerns as new data shows attendance from patients in Scotland’s most deprived communities has fallen to record lows, relative to their more...
Pregnant women with gum disease are significantly more likely to go into early labour, according to the findings of a new study.
The inclusion of children’s oral health in the NHS Long Term Plan, published yesterday, is welcomed by the British Society of Paediatric Dentistry which has been campaigning for oral health to be...
Young adults with feelings of depression are significantly more at risk of oral health diseases, according to the findings of a new study.
Claire Stevens, also known as the Toothfairy to her blog readers, has been appointed a CBE (Commander of the British Empire) in the Queen’s New Year’s Honours List in recognition of her tireless...
Johnson & Johnson is delighted to unveil the details of its revolutionary new Listerine Go! Tabs to dental health care professionals, ahead of the launch to consumers in the UK.
The British Dental Association (BDA) has responded to new data on “full dental extractions” among children, warning it is just the most extreme evidence of an epidemic of tooth decay among the young,...
The British Dental Association has expressed dismay that government advisors have concluded there is insufficient evidence to warrant a ban on sale of energy drinks to children.
Using the most recent figures, released by the NHS last week, the Dental Law Partnership has discovered that just 58.7 per cent of children aged 0-17, living in England, have attended an appointment...
The green paper on prevention announced by Secretary of State for Health, Matt Hancock, has been welcomed by Professor Michael Lennon, on behalf of the British Fluoridation Society.
A new report looking into mouth cancer in the United Kingdom reveals a dangerous and widespread lack of awareness about the disease.
Dentistry is part of a jigsaw of care which is essential to identify and support children at risk of dental neglect and possibly wider neglect, says Claire Stevens, spokesperson for the British...