Archive for the ‘Gum disease’ Category

Survey Reveals Only 1 in 10 Swedes Brush Their Teeth Properly

Survey Reveals Only 1 in 10 Swedes Brush Their Teeth Properly

A survey has revealed that only 1 in 10 Swedish people brush their teeth properly. Research carried out by a team at the Sahlgrenska Academy at the University of Gothenburg revealed that although most people take time to brush their teeth twice a day, 9 out of 10 people are not brushing in the correct […]


Irish Dentists Call for the Return of State Dental Cover

Irish Dentists Call for the Return of State Dental Cover

Dentists in Ireland are calling for the government to revoke the changes in the dental cover system to prevent dental patients from suffering from oral health diseases. Fintan Hourihan, the CEO of the Irish Dental Association, said that a number of dentists have reported a decline in oral health standards among patients since the budget […]


New Distribution Deals for 3D Diagnostic Imaging

New Distribution Deals for 3D Diagnostic Imaging

Scottish dental firm 3D Diagnostic Imaging has signed new distribution deals for its leading product, CarieScan. The device, which identifies early signs of decay, is already sold in several countries around the world and the firm is now celebrating sealing new distribution deals, which will see the device sold to dental practices in the Middle […]


National Smile Month to Launch on May 20th

National Smile Month to Launch on May 20th

The British Dental Health Foundation’s annual oral health campaign, National Smile Month, is set to commence on May 20th. The campaign, which is designed to raise awareness of oral health matters and improve standards of oral health across the country, is supported by Listerine, Oral-B and Lloyds Pharmacy and this year is also promoting water […]


Truro Dental Practice Introduces Home Visits

Truro Dental Practice Introduces Home Visits

A dental practice in Truro has introduced home visits to improve access to dental care for elderly people and those with special dental needs. Oak House Dental Practice in St George’s Road has decided to start a home visiting service after noticing a shortage of similar services in the area. The service is designed to […]


School Pupils Celebrate Healthy Living Award

School Pupils Celebrate Healthy Living Award

Children from Ysgol Bancyfelin are celebrating their fourth healthy living reward. The school has been awarded its fourth Healthy Schools leaf in recognition of children learning all about healthy living, oral and general hygiene and cleanliness. Students at the school were visited by dental hygienist, Helen Edwards and the ‘clean team’ from Werndale Hospital, which […]


Dental Health takes a Hit Following the Recession

Dental Health takes a Hit Following the Recession

A dental survey has revealed that dental health has taken a hit as a result of the recession, with many families facing ongoing financial difficulties. The SimplyHealth Annual Dental Survey found that cost is a major factor for many people when thinking about dental care. Many admitted to putting off dental visits as a result […]


Children’s Dental Project Underway in Northern Ireland

Children’s Dental Project Underway in Northern Ireland

A brand new dental project has been launched in Northern Ireland to try and reduce the prevalence of dental decay among children. Recent research suggests that children in Northern Ireland have the worst oral health in the UK and dentists and public health experts are keen to stall rates of decay. A research project will […]


Half of British Women Putting off Dental Care due to Cost

Half of British Women Putting off Dental Care due to Cost

A survey has revealed that half of British women are putting off having dental care as a result of cost. SimplyHealth’s Annual Dental Survey, which involved almost 12,000 adults, revealed that half of women do not visit the dentist as frequently as they should because they are worried about the cost and 1 in 5 […]


Llanelli Mum Calls for Improvements after Daughter is Forced to make 150 Mile Trip to the Dentist

Llanelli Mum Calls for Improvements after Daughter is Forced to make 150 Mile Trip to the Dentist

A mother from Llanelli has called for improvements to dental services after she was forced to make a 150 mile round trip for her daughter to see a dentist. Joanne Rees was spending time with her husband and two children over Easter when her daughter, 10 year old Olivia, started to complain about toothache. Mrs […]