Periodontitis present in individuals with altered blood markers, say researchers

Individuals with periodontitis have altered concentrations of various proteins in their blood, according to a study from Umeå University, Sweden.

Sporting success

Philip Silver discusses the impact of sport on the face and body, focusing on temporomandibular disorder.

Dental clinic opens in Wakefield as part of expansion plans

Yorkshire Dental Suite has announced the expansion of its cosmetic dentistry services by opening a fourth clinic in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, in September 2024.

Oral bacteria can worsen symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, study reveals

Periodontal disease affects the gums and tissues that surround the teeth and is one of the most prevalent dental conditions in the world.

Oral healthcare collaboration wins regional award

A collaboration providing NHS dental treatment to those in need of oral healthcare in Suffolk and North-East Essex has won an East of England regional award in the ‘NHS Parliamentary Awards 2024’ and...

Joint break

Sharon Kidd explores the link between gum disease and rheumatoid arthritis.

Artificial intelligence ‘closes the loop’ between clinician recommendation and patient purchase

Philips has partnered with FollowApp to use next-generation artificial intelligence to help dental practices follow up after treatments to check on patients and encourage positive feedback. 

Lobbying from health harming industries must be addressed, report claims

Leading public health experts are calling on members of Parliament (MPs) to protect the health of their constituents and ‘wise up’ to lobbying tactics from businesses whose sales contribute to poor...

Dental distribution platform acquires dental equipment and services business

DD Group has announced the acquisition of McKillop Dental Equipment Ltd, a provider of tailored turnkey solutions for dental practices.

An insightful workshop

Shimon Friedman is joining the British Endodontic Association from Toronto, Canada to present a pre-Congress Workshop on ‘The Tooth ‘Implant’: Intentional Replantation and Autogenous...

Episode 22: Introducing: The Rotters

In this episode we talk to Caroline Philips, author of the children's book 'The Rotters'.

Business property adviser expands Scottish dental team

Christie & Co, a specialist business property adviser, has appointed Kevin Strain as a senior business agent in its dental team in Scotland.