English dentists got used to hearing misleading claims by various ministers and spokespeople about the £50 million promised for extra NHS dental appointments in 2022.
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The Prime Minister must have been acutely aware that he needed to get a grip on the various challenges facing the UK. After careful consideration to develop an action plan to turn around the UK, and his party’s fortunes, the PM and his expert advisers have now set out their vision; teach all students maths until they are 18.
It’s well-recognised that habits formed early in life can soon become embedded, and sales and marketing departments are all too aware of the ‘catch ‘em young’ principle.
Read more: Paediatricians Slam Baby Food Sugar and Salt Content
The PSAs latest periodic report on the GDC has now been published & shows that fewer required standards were met this year.
Three dental team members have been included in the New Years Honours list. This is the first of its kind from King Charles, and continues the tradition of recognising those who have served in a wide variety of roles.
The government’s Office for Health Improvement and Disparities has published official statistics looking at the effects the pandemic had on dental access.
Read more: Adult Oral Health Survey: Access During the Pandemic
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Early childhood caries (ECC) is a common oral health problem, particularly in disadvantaged and developing populations. Its causes are multifaceted, including feeding practices like breastfeeding. The link between breastfeeding and ECC is unclear. Key findings No significant association was found between breastfeeding and the development of early childhood caries (ECC). Nighttime breastfeeding was associated with an [read the full story...]
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Antiresorptive drugs, used to treat osteoporosis and metastatic bone disease, can complicate dental implant procedures by increasing the risk of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ). This systematic review investigates how these drugs affect the success and complications associated with osseointegrated dental implants. Key findings Antiresorptive drugs significantly increase the risk of (MRONJ), accounting for [read the full story...]
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The study assesses the impact of antibiotic prophylaxis on the incidence of infective endocarditis following invasive dental procedures, specifically focusing on the risk reduction for high-risk individuals.
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