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Public Health England releases new oral care guidelines for hospitalised COVID-19 patients

Public Health England releases new oral care guidelines for hospitalised COVID-19 patients

Public Health England has released new oral care guidelines for patients hospitalised with COVID-19.  New advice, which is designed to cater for patients with severe symptoms, as well as those suspected of having COVID-19 in addition to other health conditions, aims to improve dental care for hospital patients, prevent infections and lower the risk of […]


Dentists urged to avoid using jargon and complex terminology

Dentists urged to avoid using jargon and complex terminology

The Dental Defence Union has issued new guidelines to encourage dentists to use simpler language when communicating with patients. The DDU, which represents dental professionals and handles complaints, has urged dentists to stop using jargon and complicated terminology in a bid to create better relationships with patients and to improve patient understanding. The DDU believes […]