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Published: Thursday, 28 August 2025 09:28
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GDPUK readers may be familiar with the claims made about stem cell banking using children‘s primary teeth. Some parents are already spending thousands of pounds to do this for their children, often persuaded by the claims about their future medical value, made by the companies providing the service.
Read more: Deciduous Teeth Stem Cell Banking Under the Spotlight
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Published: Wednesday, 27 August 2025 09:44
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Connoisseurs of the leopards eating people faces meme, may want to spare a thought for the CDO, the GDC clinical advisers, and NHS England.
In the latest Your NHS dentistry and oral health update, Jason Wong, CDO England, led with the government‘s ambitious 10 year plan. As things stand, however, all those extra appointments are likely to see a lot less clinical activity delivered than the Department of Health and Social Care would like.
Read more: CDO Seeks To Influence Dental Record Keeping Arms Race
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Published: Tuesday, 26 August 2025 07:14
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A recent viral social media trend, intended to alleviate anxiety, has garnered significant attention, particularly in China, where it has amassed over 68 million views on the video-sharing platform Douyin. Although initially confined to China, the trend has since gained traction in the Western world through TikTok.
Read more: Adult Pacifier Trend: Potential Dental Risks
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Published: Thursday, 21 August 2025 05:22
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The General Dental Council (GDC) has released a report exploring the current use of artificial intelligence (AI) in dental services and its implications for professionals, patients, and the wider sector.
Read more: GDC Report Highlights AI Applications and Challenges in Dentistry
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Published: Monday, 18 August 2025 10:52
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Researchers at King‘s College London have developed a groundbreaking toothpaste made from keratin, a protein found in hair, skin, and wool, that could repair damaged tooth enamel and prevent decay.
Read more: Toothpaste Made from Hair Could Help Repair Teeth, Say Scientists
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Published: Sunday, 17 August 2025 16:02
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John Mew, who has died aged 96, was a British orthodontist best known for developing and promoting “orthotropics,” an alternative philosophy of facial growth and orthodontic treatment.
Read more: John Mew (1928–2025): Orthodontist, and Controversial Figure in British Dentistry
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Published: Friday, 15 August 2025 09:29
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Right now the GDC is asking more from you than just your annual registration fee. There is a rare opportunity for registrants to be heard, but there is a rapidly approaching deadline.
Read more: Your Regulator Needs Your Input!
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