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Oil-free air compressor specifically designed for 3D printing in dental labs

By releasing the new MGF X Line range of oil-free compressors into the UK market, FPS Air Compressors is providing dental labs running CAD/CAM-driven milling machines and 3D printers with a proven way...

A simple mouth rinse could spot early heart disease risk

Scientists studying the inflammation that precedes periodontitis have found that higher inflammation, reflected by higher levels of white blood cells in saliva, is linked to less healthy arteries and...

Charity announces the appointment of trustee board co-chairs

The BDA Benevolent Fund has announced that, for the first time in its history, it will have two co-chairs.

More power could be granted to hygienists

According to a Department of Health and Social Care statement, dental hygienists could be granted the authority to administer more treatments.

Post-earthquake aid initiative to support affected dental clinics

In the aftermath of the devastating earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria on February 6, 2023, GC Europe has extended its support to the affected communities.

Online working has triggered a rise in adults seeking tooth straightening treatment, says a survey

Over three-quarters (76 per cent) of orthodontists have reported an increase in adult patients seeking orthodontic treatment within the past three years. 

Students urged to consider NHS career on results day

The NHS has begun a new drive to help school leavers explore the vast range of health careers on offer.

Society appoints dental therapist to its council

The British Flouridation Society (BFS) has appointed Clare Burton, a dental therapist, to its council.

Total number of UK registered dental care professionals increases following renewal

The number of dental care professionals (DCPs) on the UK Register, following the recent annual renewal period, has risen when compared with the trajectory of previous years. On the morning after...

Teeth could preserve antibodies hundreds of years old, study finds

Teeth could be capable of preserving antibodies for hundreds of years, allowing scientists to investigate the history of infectious human diseases, a study has found.

Check your self-assessment registration situation!

The year is flying by, and time is gradually running out for you to check if you need to submit a self-assessment tax return for the 2022 to 2023 tax year.

Stem-cell-derived organoids secrete tooth enamel proteins

Organoids have now been created from stem cells to secrete the proteins that form dental enamel, the substance that protects teeth from damage and decay. A multi-disciplinary team of scientists from...

Swap-to-stop but let us shop, say vapers

A government scheme to give out free vapes to smokers appeals to most but not all, according to new research from the University of East Anglia (UEA).

How do we prevent ourselves from getting stuck in unhealthy oral hygiene habits?

Leading oral health brand TePe has launched a campaign to raise awareness about the importance of good dental hygiene, encouraging consumers to make small changes to their daily routine to benefit...

Inserts in cigarette packs to help smokers quit introduced

The government will seek views on adding pack inserts into tobacco products to encourage more smokers to quit following the launch of a new consultation on August 14, 2023.