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UCLA researchers hail breakthrough in head and neck cancer treatment
Researchers from the UCLA School of Dentistry have hailed a breakthrough in the treatment of head and neck cancer. A new study, led by a team at the dental school, suggests that targeting a vulnerability in the cellular process within the tumour can impact duplication, improving the response to treatment. The team focused on an […]
Dentists report a surge in stress-related symptoms as the pandemic takes its toll
Dentists in the US have reported a surge in dental symptoms linked to stress and anxiety, as the pandemic takes its toll. A survey conducted by the American Dental Association (ADA) revealed that more than 70% of dentists had experienced an increase in the number of patients seeking advice for stress-related symptoms since the autumn. […]
North London dental practice expands training facilities
A dental practice in North London is expanding its training facilities after securing funding worth over £1.6 million. Cricklewood Dental Practice provides dental care for private and NHS patients in addition to state-of-the-art training facilities for experienced dental professionals and foundation dentists. Now, thanks to a cash injection partly funded by Unity Trust Bank, the […]
Football teams to trial new mouthguards as part of a study into the effects of heading balls
Liverpool and Manchester City womens’ and youth teams are set to trial new mouthguards as part of a study to determine the effects of heading the ball. The innovative mouthguards, which are already used in rugby, collect real-time data, which will provide valuable information for researchers working on projects related to the impact of heading […]
Clyde Munro acquires pioneering Edinburgh implant centre
Scotland’s largest dental chain is continuing on its mission to grow and expand after acquiring a pioneering dental implant centre in Edinburgh. Clyde Munro, which now operates almost 50 practices around the country, has added Fairmilehead Dental Practice & Implant Centre to its portfolio. Founded by implant expert, Dr Duncan Robertson, the practice provides an […]
Dental expert stresses the importance of routine checks after 29-year-old is diagnosed with oral cancer
A dental expert has stressed the need for routine dental checks after a 29-year-old in Scotland was diagnosed with oral cancer after finding a lump on her jaw. Dr Beth Burns, a consultant in restorative dentistry at Glasgow Dental Hospital and School, highlighted the importance of regular dental appointments after a woman from Paisley discovered […]
Plymouth student drove 100 miles to have a tooth extracted after struggling to get an urgent appointment
A student from Plymouth ended up driving 100 miles to see a dentist after struggling to get an emergency dental appointment in the city. Jodie Tripp, 19, was encouraged to contact the Dental Access Centre at the Seven Trees clinic in Plymouth after calling NHS 111, but she was unable to get through to make […]
Birmingham dentist has plenty to smile about after opening a brand new practice
A dentist from Birmingham has plenty to smile about after opening a brand new dental practice in Edgbaston. Dr Kian Dhinsa is all smiles as he prepares to welcome patients to his new surgery after acquiring Portland Dental Care. Dr Dhinsa only graduated two years ago and he has realised a long-held ambition to run […]
Health watchdog reveals no dental practices in Leeds are taking on new NHS patients
A health watchdog has revealed that there are currently no dental practices in Leeds taking on new NHS patients. Representatives from Healthwatch Leeds suggested that it is not possible to find any clinics that are willing to take on NHS patients in the city. Stuart Morrison, from the watchdog, said that there have already been […]
Somerset woman undergoes revolutionary treatment for tonsil cancer after mistaking symptoms for a dental abscess
A woman from Somerset has become one of the first adult patients in the UK to benefit from revolutionary proton-beam therapy after being diagnosed with tonsil cancer. Liz Patch was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer after visiting her dentist in September last year. Liz initially thought her symptoms were caused by an abscess […]
