The British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy (BSDHT) has launched Dental Health Matters, a new podcast support, inform and connect dental hygienists and dental therapists across the UK. The podcast will be hosted by BSDHT President, Rhiannon Jones, with guest hosts and contributors joining throughout the series.
Dental Health Matters will be available in both video and audio format on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and YouTube, ensuring easy access at home, between appointments or on the commute. Find the latest episodes at https://www.bsdht.org.uk/podcast/
The first three episodes are available now. The opening episode features Dr Mahrukh Khwaja, founder of Mind Ninja, who explores practical, evidence-informed approaches to prioritising self-care and supporting emotional resilience in the dental profession. Episode 2 sees Professor Mike Lewis and Jocelyn Harding leading a conversation on early detection of mouth cancer and clear, confident patient communication. And, in Episode 3, Rhiannon Jones and BSDHT President Elect Simone Ruzario reflect on the past year and look ahead to 2026 in conversation with guest host James Cooke, Editor of The Probe and Smile Oral Health Matters.
Commenting on the launch, Rhiannon said: ‘Our profession thrives on shared learning, connection and support. This podcast creates a space for open, practical and uplifting conversations that reflect real life in practice. I am excited to share stories, ideas and insights that inspire confidence and pride in the amazing work dental hygienists and dental therapists do every day.’
Corporate Friends supporting the launch
The BSDHT is proud to launch Dental Health Matters in collaboration with three Corporate Friends: EMS, Oral-B and TePe. Their involvement reflects a shared commitment to improving oral health outcomes through education, prevention and empowered practice, and enables the podcast to remain freely accessible to the profession.
Representing TePe, Miranda Pascucci, Head of Clinical Education, shared how aligned the partnership feels: ‘We at TePe have partnered with BSDHT to reinforce our shared commitment to advancing education and promoting better oral health. This collaboration gives us the opportunity to amplify the voices of dental hygienists and therapists, ensuring that prevention and education remain at the heart of the profession.’
From Oral-B, Michaela O’Neill, Senior Professional & Scientific Relations Manager, reflected on the importance of supporting the launch: ‘We’re delighted to partner with BSDHT for the launch of Dental Health Matters. At Oral-B, we believe in empowering individuals with knowledge and tools for optimal oral health, and this podcast is a vital step in fostering community engagement and education.’
Speaking for EMS, Harry Morris, General Manager UK and Ireland, shared the team’s excitement about supporting a platform that champions preventive care: ‘We’re proud to support BSDHT’s new Dental Health Matters podcast, which shines an important light on the evolving world of dental hygiene and therapy. At EMS, we’re committed to advancing preventive dentistry through innovation and education, and this partnership reflects our shared goal of empowering clinicians to deliver the highest standards of patient care.’
