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New study brings hope of further decline in dental decay in UK children of the future

The role of water fluoridation in strengthening children’s primary teeth has been given further affirmation by an important new Canadian study.

Save the date for ‘Let’s Talk Live Decoding Digital Dentistry’ – October 8-9, 2021

A new online virtual event is set to break the mould this autumn as Dentsply Sirona announces the launch of ‘Let’s Talk Live Decoding Digital Dentistry’, which will take place across October 8-9.

Brighter Smiles continuing at Carclaze Community Primary School

Over 420 pupils at Carclaze Community Primary School will continue improving their oral health after Imerys Minerals and West Carclaze Garden Village renewed their commitment for the third year...

Providing the right tools for the job: Bupa boost clinician confidence with launch of Communications Clinic

Bupa Dental Care (BDC) has launched a bespoke training offering for its clinicians, to help them be as impactful with their words and relationship building skills as they are with their dental talents...

Radiant smiles for children as dental group opens fluoride varnish clinics

Dentists from Scotland’s largest dental group have volunteered many hours of their own time to provide fluoride varnish clinics for children in some of the country’s most deprived areas.

College Council takes office, with new appointments

The Council of the College of General Dentistry convened for the first time on July 23, 2021, welcoming new members to expand representation across the dental team.

Capital Gains Tax: is clarity coming?

Michael Lansdell discusses the lack of clarity in capital gains tax, and explains the recommendations that have been set forth to amend this

Dentists: Expansion of sugar tax a litmus test for government on prevention

The British Dental Association has backed recommendations set in the second part of the ‘Food Strategy’ to expand the sugar tax to cover foods high in sugar and salt.

Oral health in our coastal communities

Neil Carmichael, chair of the ADG, has responded to the chief medical officer’s annual report on ‘Health in our Coastal Communities’, published recently.

In tribute to Dame Margaret Seward, 1935-2021

The British Dental Association has paid tribute to its former president Dame Margaret Seward, following news of her recent death.

The smarter way

With CEREC Primescan available from Clark Dental, you can revolutionise the way you provide treatment, opening the door to fast, reliable, single-visit dentistry.

GSK: Low consumer awareness of link between good oral healthcare and wider health conditions

A new study by GSK Consumer Healthcare, in partnership with Ipsos, has revealed the need to improve public awareness that good oral care can benefit people’s overall health.

Tooth Fairy finances: Research suggests the cost per tooth is now £3.42 in the UK

The financial experts at Raisin UK have worked out the exact size of the global Tooth Fairy fortune, including why explaining gifting to your children before they become adults is a good idea.

Your NHS dentistry and oral health update

Sara Hurley, chief dental officer England, and Ed Waller, director of primary care NHS England, have recently provided an update regarding self-isolation policies and retuning to work for those who...

This UK summer drink contains double your daily sugar allowance!

Nothing quite relieves the sweltering heat of the day than a crisp cool drink during the summer months. However, to align with fitness goals and progress, many will want to take a further look into...