So the end of 2017 is upon us and like many, you might be thinking of some New Years Resolutions. However, how many of you have considered improving your oral hygiene as one of those? It is rare I see a patient for the first time who doesn't have something they could do to improve the way they care for their teeth, so it is unlikely there is nothing that can be done for you! I recently published an article on how to care for your teeth (so take a look at that for more informa

Dreading trying to fit revision in over the Christmas period? I certainly know the feeling. Therefore, I've put together my top 10 tips to help you get through. 1. Write a list Starting revision is similar to standing at the start line of a marathon. It can be daunting, and it is difficult to know how to get started. Having a to do list can help you to work out just how much time needs to be spent on each topic and gives you an idea how much time you can afford to spend enjoy

Sweaty palms and palpitations just at the thought of going to the dentist? Do not worry - you are not alone! A study in 2015 found that almost 60% of those studied were dentally anxious (the study was by Saatchi et al, if you would like to read it). That is a huge percentage of patients in the population, and there are some ways we as clinicians can help you to overcome this. General Anaesthetic Now general anaesthetic is something I would like to address first as it is almos

Moving house for the first time as a student can be a scary prospect. I remember feeling very intimidated by the prospect and had no idea what to look for or what I was doing! I have now moved 6 times since I started university in 2011, so know a bit more about whats involved. I've put together my advice based on what I have learnt over the past few years and hope you find it helpful! Finance When it comes to moving house, some students get more help than others. It is essent