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Digital dental laboratory expands into the UK

Corus, the leading digital dental laboratory group in Europe, has integrated Byrnes Dental Laboratory, the UK reference in this field. With this addition, Corus enters into a new market to further...

The story behind xerostomia

Richard Thomas considers the causes of dry mouth and how to mitigate symptoms.

Survey of Norfolk patients shows the extent of the access crisis

The difficulty of getting non-emergency NHS dental care in Norfolk has been revealed in a document submitted to Parliament. Healthwatch Norfolk analysed the data that it receives from people across...

Cumbrian mp says the government is ignoring dentistry in new NHS plans

On the floor of the House of Commons on January 30, 2023, South Lakes MP Tim Farron made the case for tackling the crisis in dentistry during the debate on the government’s plans to improve the NHS.

Gum disease linked to heart arrhythmia

According to a Hiroshima University study, periodontitis could be linked to heart arrhythmia.

Obstructive sleep apnea linked to weaker bones and teeth

Obstructive sleep apnea may be linked to low bone mineral density in adults, according to University at Buffalo-led research.

Protecting patients’ investments

Sharon Kidd discusses how to best to care for dental implants in-between appointments.

House of Lords debates the access crisis

On January 24, 2023, Lord Philip Hunt of Kings Heath opened a debate on regulation amendments for NHS dental services in the House of Lords.

Dental professionals turning to coping mechanisms to deal with intense workplace pressures

More than eight in 10 (86 per cent) dental professionals say that workplace pressures have increased in the past two to three years, a new Dental Defence Union (DDU) survey has revealed. Dental...

Confused about indemnity?

A new webinar sets the record straight.

Periodontitis treatments redundant for heavy smokers

Smoking has repeatedly been linked to causing serious oral health issues, including periodontitis. However, a study suggests that in heavy smokers with advanced inflammation, no benefits are obtained...

Dental surgery in Lancashire sold to a first-time buyer

Business property adviser, Christie & Co, has announced the sale of J & U Blessing Dental Surgery in Hamilton, South Lanarkshire.

Certainty every step of the way

Mark Allen explains ways to test for pulpitis.

New ambassador appointed

The College of General Dentistry has announced the appointment of Kevin Lewis FCGDent as an ambassador.

Career development opportunity

The British Fluoridation Society (BFS), supported by the Borrow Foundation, is seeking to recruit a new candidate for its Career Development Fellowship.