14 Dec
Smoker numbers drop as vaping becomes more popular

The number of people who smoke has dropped in the UK, as vaping has become more popular. Smoker numbers fell to the lowest on record in 2021, according to figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). The proportion of adults who smoked dropped to 13.3% from 14% in 2020. When the records began in 2011, 20.2% of adults smoked. As the number of smokers fell, the proportion of over 16s using e-cigarettes increased…

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30 Nov
Dentist raises concerns over latest TikTok DIY toothpaste trend

A dentist has raised concerns over the latest TikTok trend, which encourages people to make their own fluoride-free toothpaste at home. Dr Cathryn Madden, head dentist at Bupa Dental Care, warned TikTok users not to embrace DIY techniques and recipes seen in the latest viral videos, which feature ingredients that…

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05 Oct
Dentists issue health warnings as TikTok dental trends go viral

Dentists have issued health warnings, as dental trends continue to go viral on TikTok. Dr Heath Fraser is one of many dentists who have spoken out about trends on the social media platform, which has millions of users all over the world. Dr Fraser highlighted a series of dangerous trends…

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24 Aug
New study suggests dentists should give antibiotics to patients at risk of cardiac infection

A new study suggests that dentists should prescribe antibiotics for patients who have an elevated risk of developing endocarditis, a cardiac infection, which can be life-threatening. 

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30 Mar
British Association of Dental Nurses introduces new menopause policy

The British Association of Dental Nurses (BADN) has introduced a new menopause policy to support members of staff and employers. The BADN has issued new guidelines to support dental nurses who experience symptoms of menopause

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27 Oct
Dental expert advises against using the teeth to crush ice

A dental expert has advised the public against using the teeth to crush and chew ice.  Prof Matthew Cooke, an associate professor of paediatric dentistry and anesthesiology, warned that biting down on ice can cause serious, irreversible damage to the teeth and dental restorations.  Writing in The Conversation, Prof Cooke…

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