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Electric toothbrushes are the smart choice for better oral health. An 11-year study shows that powered brushing has more significant long-term effects on tooth loss, plaque removal and gingival issues, while new research revealing the benefits of O-R tech.
Fluoride is well known for providing anti-caries benefits – but all fluorides are not equal. Research consistently shows stannous fluoride is a superior fluoride compound that does even more: it helps improve gum health – by reducing plaque toxicity. Here’s how:
Meet Dominic, a final year Dental Student at the University of Bristol. He talks us through life in lockdown, the implications of COVID on dentistry, his time as Chair of the BSP Undergraduate Group – and an exciting project with the University of Texas.
Chinwe is a final year Dental Student at King’s College London. She tells us about balancing her studies with working as a dental hygienist, life and learning in lockdown, her favourite dental disciplines, and getting involved in BLM.
Social media is everywhere. With a huge, active dentistry community online, it’s the perfect platform to connect and share – and build the career you want. Take a look at the rules of engagement and hear how foundation dentist Pippa utilises it.
While most of our work happens in the chair, often the most important work is what happens beyond it – particularly if patients are stuck in their not-so-healthy ways. How to change their behaviour, for good? Take a seat for motivational interviewing.
