Fri.May 13, 2022

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Lack of NHS dental appointments widens health inequalities

Dental News and Technology

[link] News – 9 May 2022 A new survey of public attitudes to NHS dentistry shows that half of the adults in England find dental charges unfair amid escalating living costs. We have warned decision-makers that NHS dentistry is in desperate need of reform. NHS dentisrty With living costs on the rise, our new findings show that health inequalities are widening as people in every part of the country struggle to pay for dental care.

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80% of patients want better service

Patient News

This article is here to provide encouragement. 80% of patients want better service. We say, “No problem!” We can help you implement a couple very easy tactics that will make you stand out and your patients happier with the service from your practice. The fact is that every little bit of movement your dental practice can, and is, making to.

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Making a strong connection: Dental office front desk best practices

Off the Cusp

Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog. Read Time: 6 Minute, 46 Second. Your dental practice front desk staff and operations are key components to ensuring excellence in dental patient communication. Whether over the phone or interacting with patients in the office or exam rooms—first impressions matter! Your front desk team is the face of your dental practice, and one of the first touchpoints patients will experience.

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Confused T Cells Protect Tumor Cells in Head and Neck Cancers

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

New research has discovered that a group of t cells, crucial to immune system function, can become confused, and instead of protecting immune function, they switch to supporting tumor cells. Conducted at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, scientists found large numbers of these malfunctioning t cells in tumors of the head and neck but not in inflamed gingiva.

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Save Your Tooth Month

Phoenix Endodontist

It’s fact – maintenance costs less than replacement. While dental implants provide hope for those suffering tooth loss, the costs of preservation – both financial and physical – are often far lower. The American Association of Endodontists sponsors Save Your Tooth Month each May to highlight the importance of receiving care to retain your natural teeth.