As the UK’s largest oral health campaign is finally underway, organisers the British Dental Health Foundation say it’s not too late to join in the fun National Smile Month, which runs until 20 June, is the profession’s chance to educate …

Splashes resulting from the use of high-speed rotating instruments used for dental treatments have been identified as a potential source of cross-contamination between patients. The formation of microbial aerosols enables particles to spread onto surrounding surfaces where germs can survive …

A whitening company is looking for keen hygienists to share its passion for its whitening product. PrevDent has developed a complete oral health platform technology including a whitening procedure, daily use toothpaste and repairing serum which have been formulated with …

Diane Rochford shares her experiences of working for Alpha Omega… I have been working with Linda Greenwall as her hygienist for 16 years. As an appreciation of our work and commitment Linda will take her team on little adventures from …

Patients can now book directly with a dental hygienist or dental therapist who offers a direct access service. At a meeting on 28 March 2013 the General Dental Council (GDC) voted to remove its barrier to direct access for some …