O’Driscoll, J. and McIntyre, G. (2026) ‘Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists: a review ofthe literature from a dental perspective’, British Dental Journal, 240(3), pp. 144–148.Available at: https://doi.org/10.1038/s41415-025-9345-4 BackgroundGLP-1 receptor agonists, including semaglutide (Ozempic/Wegovy) and tirzepatide(Mounjaro), are rapidly increasing in use for the management of obesity and type 2diabetes. While their medical benefits are well established, their[…]

Research at Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry covers a range of advanced dental topics, focusing on innovative materials, bioactive treatments, and clinical applications. Key areas of research include: Calcium Phosphate Coatings on 3D-Printed Titanium: This study investigates the use of calcium phosphate (CaP) coatings, such as brushite and monetite, to enhance[…]

Orlando, R., Turkistani, S., Louca, C. and Machuca Vargas, C., 2026. Economic evaluation of dental prevention programmes in primary schools: a scoping review. British Dental Journal. This scoping review examines the existing evidence on the economic evaluation of school-based dental caries prevention programmes. Recognising dental caries as one of the most prevalent chronic diseases affecting[…]

Author(s): Avijit Banerjee, Zain Hameed, M. Ali Chohan, Kish Patel, Jin J. Vaghela, Fahad Sheikh, Nick Barker, Pritesh Shah & Divyash Patel Journal reference: Banerjee, ., Hameed, Z., Chohan, M. et al. Minimum intervention oral care – incentivising preventive management of high-needs/high caries-risk patients using phased courses of treatment. Br Dent J 236, 379–382 (2024).https://doi.org/10.1038/s41415-024-7132-2 Aim[…]

Authors: Karsten Hollander, Inbar Eshkol-Yogev, Astrid Zech, Jacopo Buti & Ian Needleman Journal Reference (Harvard): Hollander, K., Eshkol-Yogev, I., Zech, A., Buti, J. and Needleman, I., 2026. The influence of oral health on sports performance: an interdisciplinary perspective. British Dental Journal, 240(4), pp.277–283. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41415-025-9348-1 Sports performance depends on many factors, including physical ability, technical skill,[…]

Authors: Marco Orlandi, Stefano Masi, Ersilia Lucenteforte, Devina Bhowruth, Marco A Malanima, Ulpee Darbar, Kalpesh Patel, Chong Lim, Chiara Curra, Tay Shiehfung, Jeanie Suvan, Scott T Chiesa, John Deanfield, Francesco D’Aiuto Journal reference: Orlandi, M., Masi, S., Lucenteforte, E., Bhowruth, D., Malanima, M.A., Darbar, U., Patel, K., Lim, C., Curra, C., Shiehfung, T., Suvan, J.,[…]

Lin, E., Shroff, M.C., et al. (2022) ‘Differences in finished case quality between Invisalign and traditional fixed appliances’, The Angle Orthodontist, 92(2), pp. 173–179. Background Clear aligners, such as Invisalign, have become increasingly popular as an alternative to traditional fixed braces, mainly due to their aesthetic appeal and removability. However, questions remain about whether Invisalign[…]

Ivanova, A. & Buzova, V. (2026) ‘Tooth-whitening treatment with potassium sodium tartrate: a non-invasive method that preserves enamel integrity’, BDJ Open, 12, Article 14. doi:10.1038/s41405-026-00405-4. Tooth whitening is becoming an increasingly popular and commonly used cosmetic dental treatment due to many people desiring brighter smiles. Many professionally applied and over the counter whitening systems contain[…]

Júdice, A. et al. (2025) Elite Athletes’ overall oral health, values and related quality of life: A cross-sectional study, Nature News. Available at: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-025-10479-z#citeas (Accessed: 18 January 2026). Background Oral health is a fundamental component of general health, wellbeing, and quality of life, and may indirectly influence athletic performance through pain, systemic inflammation and psychological[…]

Masato Kaku, Saiji Shimoe, Yuichi Mine, Tsuyoshi Taji, Takeshi Murayama & Hiroki NikawaBritish Dental Journalvolume 239, pages774–777 (2025) Kaku, M., Shimoe, S., Mine, Y., Taji, T., Murayama, T. and Nikawa, H. (2025). Transient apical breakdown during orthodontic incisor intrusion treated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs: a case report. British Dental Journal, [online] 239(11), pp.774–777. doi:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41415-025-9103-7. Introduction[…]