Dental Nursing Journal

Safeguarding children and young people

Preetee Hylton identifies the principles of safeguarding, and how we all can best protect young children and those at risk.

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Safeguarding children and young people Preetee Hylton breaks down the principles of safeguarding, and how we all can best protect young children and those at risk.

A study, published by First Steps Nutrition, has revealed that many products targeted at infants and young children contain ultra-processed foods (UPF).

The charity has said that the consumption of UPF from such a young age is a cause for concern as they can contribute to health issues.

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Ultra-processed foods saturate baby food market causing serious concerns A report released in June 2024, by First Steps Nutrition Trust, has exposed how ultra-processed foods (UPF) exist across all product categories on the baby food aisle, and among many foods marketed specifically at pre-school children.

A study has revealed that the oral health of people living with dementia at home is often neglected.

As a result, experts have produced resources to promote mouth and dental care for local authority social workers and homecare providers.

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Oral hygiene for people with dementia frequently overlooked Experts have produced easy to read and free resources to improve mouth and dental care for people living with dementia at home after a study found it is a neglected area.

Say cheese!

A look at how cosmetic dentistry can give patients the smile they’ve always wanted.

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Say cheese! How cosmetic dentistry can give patients the smile they’ve always wanted.

A study published by the UCSF has revealed that a nutritious diet, low in added sugar, can help decrease your biological age.

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Eating less sugar alongside a healthy diet can decrease your biological age Research released by the University of California, San Francisco, has found a link between following a diet that is rich in vitamins and minerals, especially one without much added sugar, and having a younger biological age at the cellular level.

The Oral Health Foundation have championed the government's commitment to the 'Tobacco and Vapes Bill', stating that it will help improve both oral and overall health.

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Oral health charity supports the government’s pledge to tackle smoking The Oral Health Foundation (OHF) has welcomed the government's commitment to the 'Tobacco and Vapes Bill', announced in the king's speech.

Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) have revealed that youth vaping remains a major cause for concern in the UK.

A survey, published by ASH, has shown that 72% of 11 to 17-year-olds have been exposed to vape promotion.

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Almost one million children have tried vaping, study reveals Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) has published findings from a comprehensive survey examining the vaping behaviour of 11 to 17-year-olds in Britain.

The importance of STI awareness within the dental practice🎙️

In this episode, Preetee Hylton, dental nurse and The British Association of Dental Nurses president elect, discusses the link between oral and sexual health, and how dental professionals can support patients.

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Episode 19: STI awareness - The Dentist In this episode Clementine Rees-Brown talks to Preetee Hylton, the BADN president elect, about STI awareness, the link between oral and sexual health, and how dental professionals can help patients.

A study by Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust and King's College London has uncovered a bacteria that can destroy tumour cells in patients with head and neck cancer.

The discovery could help lead to better treatment outcomes for patients with this type of cancer.

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Surface decontamination in the dental surgery

Jenny Nixon business reviews the important subject of surface decontamination.

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Surface decontamination in the dental surgery Jenny Nixon business reviews the important subject of surface decontamination.

The WI (National Federation of Women's Institutes) have approved a campaign that urges the government to tackle the dental crisis in the UK.

Eddie Crouch, chair of the British Dental Association, said, "NHS dentistry’s future hangs in the balance, but its chances have gone up with the Women’s Institute on side.”

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Women’s organisation launches campaign to tackle dental crisis Members of the Women’s Institute (WI) have voted to support a campaign for 2024/5 to call upon the government to end the growing crisis in dental health and end the lack of access to NHS dental services.

Our identity is our superpower!

Rebecca Silver highlights the power of embracing our identities, and the remarkable benefits we can reap.

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Our identity is our superpower! Rebecca Silver highlights the power of embracing our identities, and the remarkable benefits we can reap. 

A study published by the charity, IPPR, has revealed that an increase in employee sickness has cost businesses billions.

Jamie O’Halloran, senior research fellow at IPPR, said, “UK workers are being pressured to work through sickness when that’s not appropriate – harming their wellbeing and reducing productivity."

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Employee sickness cost has increased to £30bn since 2018 A report by IPPR, an independent charity, revealed that a rise in workplace sickness has cost UK businesses billions each year.

A new study published by the General Dental Council, reveals that patients are struggling to access routine dental care.

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Patients are concerned about the rising cost of dental care The General Dental Council (GDC) has published the latest research on public views and experiences of dental care in the UK, highlighting significant barriers to accessing dental services, especially within the NHS.

Forming healthy habits ✅

Vee Shathur discusses the challenges and benefits of kicking old habits, and forming beneficial new ones.

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Forming healthy habits Vee Shathur discusses the challenges and benefits of kicking old habits, and forming beneficial new ones.

Healthwatch Rutland have revealed that patients in the region are failing to get NHS dental appointments.

This follows a delay in securing a provider to help increase appointment accessibility in the area.

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Patients in Rutland struggle to secure NHS dental appointments Healthwatch Rutland has highlighted delays in the creation of the local ‘Dental Access Plan', and in securing a new provider to improve appointment availability in Rutland.

Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board (ICB) has launched a dental access and oral health improvement programme.

The ICB said it wants to help those with the greatest need access NHS dentistry and improve public understanding.

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Lancashire and south Cumbria launch oral health improvement project NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board (ICB) has introduced a scheme to look at ways to improve dental access and oral health across the region.

The NHS England and Asda have partnered up on a campaign to raise awareness of mouth cancer.

The supermarkets oral hygiene products will feature guidance, prompting people to visit their GP or dentist if they recognise any possible symptoms of mouth cancer.

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NHS partners with supermarket brand for mouth cancer awareness campaign The NHS and Asda have teamed up to provide advice on millions of toothpaste tubes and mouthwash bottles, encouraging people to contact their GPs or dentists if they notice any potential symptoms of mouth cancer.

Progress over perfection.

Clementine Rees Brown discusses Sara do Carmo’s journey in dental nursing and passion for sustainability.

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Progress over perfection Clementine Rees Brown discusses Sara do Carmo’s journey in dental nursing and passion for sustainability. 

Raising awareness of an invisible illness.

Ellen Cummings talks to Kelly Rogers about her experience living and working with Crohn’s disease

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Raising awareness of an invisible illness Ellen Cummings talks to Kelly Rogers about her experience living and working with Crohn’s disease

Research has revealed that mutations in bacteria can be controlled, helping to tackle antibiotic resistance.

Rowan Green, lead researcher at the University of Manchester, said, “By understanding the environmental conditions that influence mutation rates, we can develop strategies to safeguard antibiotic effectiveness."

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Antibiotic resistance can be controlled, study reveals ​Scientists have discovered a way to control mutation rates in bacteria, paving the way for new strategies to combat antibiotic resistance.

A study by the University of Bath reveals that vapes are being sold containing the synthetic street drug, spice.

The drug can cause a wide range of dangerous side effects, including cardiac arrest.

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Young people unknowingly smoking spice-spiked vapes A test of hundreds of confiscated vapes in 38 schools across England has revealed that one in six (16.6 per cent) vapes contained spice.

A study has revealed that employees do not have confidence in their human resources department to handle workplace bullying.

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HR departments fail to address workplace bullying ​Employees have little trust in human resources departments to deal fairly and effectively with workplace bullying, according to a study published in the Journal of Business Ethics.

Teaching a fellow dental nurse

Charlotte Wake explains why taking on the responsibility is a great opportunity.

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Teaching a fellow dental nurse Charlotte Wake explains why taking on the responsibility is a great opportunity.

The United Lincolnshire Hospitals Charity has funded new equipment for the orthodontic team at Lincoln County Hospital.

Paul O’Malley, a consultant orthodontist, said "It is going to make a real difference for our patients and the enhanced care that we are going to be able to provide.”

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Lincolnshire hospital receives updated technology ​A hospital charity has funded new high-tech equipment for the orthodontic team to provide enhanced care and a better experience for their patients.

To vape or not to vape?

Margaret Black investigates the mystery that still surrounds vaping.

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To vape or not to vape? Margaret Black investigates the mystery that still surrounds vaping.

After a debate in the House of Commons, Wes Streeting, the health and social care secretary, has revealed his plans to help improve NHS dentistry in the UK.

The plan aims to tackle issues such as children’s oral health, vaping legislation, and healthy eating.

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Dental reforms are a ‘matter of urgency’ says the health secretary ​Following a debate in the House of Commons, Wes Streeting, the health and social care secretary, has reiterated that he plans to deliver 700,000 urgent appointments to address dental access issues.

Moderate consumption of alcohol is not linked to a longer life expectancy, says a study published in the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs.

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No ‘safe’ level to drink alcohol, study reveals A study released in the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs has revealed that moderate drinking is not linked to a longer life expectancy.

The latest study reveals that nearly three times as many children require tooth extraction in Swindon compared to other areas in the region.

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Children in Swindon more likely to need tooth removal ​According to a report, almost three times as many children require teeth removal in hospital in Swindon compared to other areas in the south-west.