On 20 January 2026, the British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy (BSDHT) is launching Dental Health Matters, a new podcast created to 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.

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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.

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.'

The first three episodes will be released together on 20 January, giving listeners the flexibility to begin with the discussions that feel most relevant to them. The opening episode will feature Dr Mahrukh Khwaja, founder of Mind Ninja, who will explore practical, evidence-informed approaches to prioritising self-care and supporting emotional resilience in the dental profession.

From there, the series moves into conversations grounded in everyday experiences, including wellbeing, professional identity, confidence, and the evolving role of dental hygienists and dental therapists in the wider oral health landscape.

The BSDHT is proud to launch Dental Health Matters in collaboration with 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.

Podcasts continue to grow in importance for professional learning, particularly for clinicians managing intensive schedules. With episodes at around 30 minutes each, Dental Health Matters provides an accessible format that fits naturally into busy working days while still delivering depth and practical value.

Dental Health Matters is designed to grow with the profession, reflecting the voices, challenges and aspirations of those working in practice every day. The BSDHT welcomes contributions from across the community and looks forward to the conversations, reflections and ideas that will emerge as the series develops.

To be notified the moment the podcast goes live, and to suggest future topics or guests, visit www.bsdht.org.uk/podcast.