Dentistry

Oral health, periodontics, restorative dentistry and clinical innovations.

NHS dentistry survey finds unanimous call for reform but only 12 MPs replied

A survey of UK MPs found unanimous support for NHS dental contract reform, but just 12 of 650 responded, limiting the political signal.

Titanium particles from corroded dental implants can disrupt macrophages, drive inflammation, and worsen peri-implantitis despite antibiotics.

A multi-year medRxiv study evaluates contemporary large language models on the National Prosthodontic Resident Examination and raises training…

Dentists and DCPs need structured CPD to keep skills current, cover GDC topics and maintain safe patient care…

A narrative review examines BPC-157, thymosin β4, TB-500, and ARA-290 for inferior alveolar nerve repair, while stressing limited…

CQC data show persistent deprivation-linked tooth decay, higher extractions and uneven NHS dental access among England’s children.

LonDEC is promoting flexible in-person CPD for dental professionals, with weekday and weekend courses spanning photography, surgery, endodontics…

Activated charcoal and DIY whitening tricks may brighten teeth briefly, but abrasive and acidic ingredients can erode enamel…

Oral Health Foundation updates denture adhesive guidance, stressing small daily doses, full-denture evidence, careful cleaning and regular fit…

A 16-year-old boy had a canine tooth removed from his eye socket, an exceptionally rare ectopic tooth case…

Dentistry

Oral health, periodontics, restorative dentistry and clinical innovations.

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