NHS dentists blast “business as usual” order

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NHS dentists blast orders to return to virtually ‘business as usual’: The British Dental Association has slammed moves by government to effectively return to normal working arrangements for NHS dentists in England. The move comes with no meaningful changes to the pandemic restrictions dental teams work to and with infection rates now at an all-time […]

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Top tips for a smile to be proud of

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World Oral Health Day: Top tips for a smile to be proud of: More than one-in-two (51%) UK adults suffer from anxiety or are self-conscious about the health of their smile, according to recent research from the Oral Health Foundation. Common oral diseases like tooth decay and gum disease are major health concerns and negatively […]

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Oral health in lockdown

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Dental practices in England are set to reopen from Monday [8 June] but it won’t quite be business as usual, with limited treatments on offer and a reduction in the number of patients that can be seen. While dental practices tackle the challenges to bring full dental services back to the public, the Oral Health […]

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Lost teeth – can we grow them back?

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Tooth loss is a significant health issue currently affecting millions of people worldwide and one of the biggest worries we have when it comes to our oral health is the possibility of losing our teeth, either naturally or because of an accident. But what if we could grow them back? Two new pieces of pioneering […]

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Foods that harm your smile

The foods you eat really can have a visible effect on your smile. Here, dentist Dr Richard Marques explains why some foods can stain and damage teeth, and how to make small changes to keep your smile looking great this winter. Citrus fruits have a high acid content which can damage the tooth enamel. Swap […]

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