Day in, day out, the practice is guaranteed to see people who indulge heavily in fizzy drinks. They have become a regular part of the everyday lunchtime meal deal, a common choice when eating at restaurants, and are increasingly loved by teenagers especially. In the UK, around 12% of young people consumed one carbonated sugary…
Around 8,500 new cases of mouth and oropharyngeal cancer are diagnosed in the UK per year, with dentists playing a key role in the detection of any abnormalities.[i] As oral cancers can present as visible lesions in the mouth, including on the tongue, palate, and inside lining of the cheeks, dentists are able to perform…
Dental sector leaders got together to discuss the issue of maintaining an effective and lasting workforce, at the Dental Leadership Network event, in London, on Thursday 14 March. The event builds on the success of previous Dental Leadership Network events, bringing together stakeholders from across the sector. There were presentations by Andrea Sutcliffe,…
Medication impacts many parts of everyday life, and clinical care would not be the same without the extensive options presented to healthcare professionals and patients alike. It has become something that many of us do not give a second thought to. We might reach for over-the-counter solutions the minute we feel a headache coming on…
Half of the population will experience menopause, so it’s vital that those working in primary care raise awareness about the impact it can have on their health. A recent survey[i] found that 84% of women over 50 don’t know how menopause affects their oral health. Nearly 90% were unaware of the ways that menopause can…
Effective time management is essential for dental professionals to thrive Whether it’s a treatment over running or a receptionist off sick, principals face numerous challenges on a daily basis. One of the most common battles is managing time effectively. With a busy schedule and multiple responsibilities, poor time management can lead to stress, decreased productivity…
With periodontal disease now linked to the development of heart disease,[i] dementia[ii] and diabetes,[iii] the removal of dental plaque has become ever more important. Gingivitis develops due to plaque overgrowth and bacterial colonisation in the mouth, if left untreated this can quickly progress to periodontal disease. The FLEXI range of interdental brushes from TANDEX can…
No matter what we do as dental professionals, there is no way of avoiding the fact that our patients experience some pain or discomfort before, during or after treatment. There are various ways to minimise the severity and longevity of patients’ pain as a result of procedures, which include the techniques and technologies we employ,…
It’s International Women’s Day and Dentsply Sirona, the world’s largest manufacturer of professional dental products and technologies, is advocating for a greater focus on women’s equality, representation and inclusion in the dental industry. The company also reaffirms its own commitment to work towards more diversity, equity and inclusion both internally and externally. “The world has…
Members of the College of General Dentistry who are UK taxpayers can now claim income tax relief on their membership fees. The College began enrolling founding members in 2020, and qualifying professional bodies can apply after three years to have their subscriptions allowed as a tax deduction. The College has now been added to HMRC’s List…
Published continually since 1959 and orginally the official magazine of the General Dental Practitioners Association, the editorial content of The Probe is of paramount importance and as such forms the backbone of the journal – it is the high quality, independent content of the magazine that ensures it is widely read by the profession and explains why The Probe consistently generates the highest levels of response for its advertisers among any UK dental journal.
The UK’s leading magazine for oral health. Focusing on all areas of prevention, oral health and hygiene plus vital vCPD modules, Smile is a vital resource for hygienists wanting to stay at the forefront of clinical innovations in prevention.
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