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Ben Atkins delves into the links between oral health and brain health. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Dentist Ben Atkins considers how a well-mapped patient journey – from meet and greet to follow-up appointment – can benefit everyone, including the dental nurse [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Ben Atkins reviews the current discussions around sugar substitutes and reminds us of the available facts. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article discusses the use of disinfectants in dental settings. Topics covered include environmental cleanliness as a key part of infection control, the role played by contaminated surfaces in facilitating the transmissions of organisms, and the personal protective equipment (PPE) used by dental staff to protect themselves and their patients.

In the 50 years since the formation of the Oral Health Foundation, there have been huge advances in the oral health of the nation. However, a fundamental shift in mindset and attitude, from both the public and the profession, is needed, with a greater focus on the prevention of oral diseases. Further improvements are necessary to lessen social inequities in rates of oral disease, reduce the number of paediatric extractions and improve the population's awareness of oral health. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

We have all learnt the value of work recently. Here, dentist Ben Atkins, president of the Oral Health Foundation, highlights ways to add colour to your career – once the COVID-19 cloud has lifted [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Dentist Ben Atkins on the importance of dedicating valuable hours to planning and feedback, colleagues and loved ones – and even consider 'switching off' when you can [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]