Archive for the ‘Children’s Dentistry’ Category
New study suggests that tooth grinding could be a sign of bullying in young people
New research has suggested that grinding the teeth, also known as bruxism, could be a sign of bullying in young people. The study, which has been published in the Journal of Oral Rehabilitation, suggests that teenagers who are bullied at school are up to four times more likely to suffer from bruxism than young people […]
New survey reveals half of Jersey’s under 5’s have never been to the dentist
A new survey has revealed that around half of 5 year olds living on Jersey have never been to the dentist. A survey by the charity, Super Smiles, suggests that around 50 percent of children haven’t been to the dentist by the time they reach of 5 years old. The study also claims that 3,000 […]
Residents raise concerns over ageing dental van in Newcastleton
Newcastleton residents have raised concerns over the safety of an ageing dental van, which provides mobile treatment for children. A spokesperson for NHS Borders has confirmed that there are no plans to replace the mobile dental unit, despite fears from local residents that the van will not pass its MOT in August. Councillor Davie Paterson […]
Councillor criticises NHS Lanarkshire after school dental service is axed
A councillor has criticised executives at NHS Lanarkshire after a school dental service was axed. Representatives from NHS Lanarkshire confirmed that the service based at Firpark Secondary School in Motherwell would be shut down this month and the service officially closed on Wednesday 5th July. The service provided dental care for children with additional support […]
British Medical Association calls for free toothbrushes for children under 5
The British Medical Association has urged the government to consider new measures to reduce childhood decay, including the provision of free toothbrushes for children under the age of 5. Doctors have warned that the country is in the grip of a “dental crisis” with more and more children requiring hospital treatment for dental conditions. In […]
Bolton dentists pay schoolchildren a visit
Dentists from Synergy Dental, Bolton, have paid local children a visit in a bid to improve dental hygiene and reduce rates of decay among children in the area. Head dentist, Dr Richard Ho and dental nurse, Farah Pycroft, took a trip to the Olive School to teach children some good dental habits, which they can […]
1 in 3 children suffer from tooth decay in Tayside
Shocking figures have revealed that almost a third of children in Tayside suffer from tooth decay. More than 30 percent of children in the region have signs of decay, according to research published by Dundee City Council’s Children and Family Services Committee. The problem has contributed to more than 700 hospital admissions and the report […]
New figures reveal 80% of under 2’s didn’t go to the dentist last year
New figures have revealed that 80 percent of under 2’s didn’t go to the dentist last year, despite advice from dentists for parents to take children for regular check-ups from the age of 6-12 months. Representatives from the Faculty of Dental Surgery have attributed to the alarming figures to a “widespread misunderstanding” among parents, which […]
Rugby dental practice hosts family fun day to celebrate National Smile Month
Children in Rugby were invited to a family fun day at Binley Woods Dentistry last weekend (Friday 2nd June) to celebrate National Smile Month, the UK’s biggest oral health campaign. The team at Binley Woods Dentistry put together a fantastic day to educate people about oral hygiene and healthy eating in a bid to reduce […]
Irish dentists lament childhood decay rates
Childhood decay is a subject that has dominated the headlines of health sections of newspapers of late, but rising rates of decay are not a problem restricted to England and Wales. In Ireland, the situation is arguably even worse, with a study conducted by the Irish Dental Association suggesting that 10,000 extractions are carried out […]
