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Teeth whitening encouraged

Teeth whitening encouraged

Those concerned about the staining on their teeth should be aware of developments in the industry making stain removal an easier process, according the White Teeth Company. By using laser or zoom techniques, teeth can be transformed, while stains from smoking, red wine or coffee can be removed. The organisation explains the advantages of a […]


Teeth whitening treatments addressed by GDC

Teeth whitening treatments addressed by GDC

The General Dental Council (GDC) may be about to relax its guidelines on who can and cannot carry out tooth whitening, it has been reported. According to Dentistry.co.uk, the GDC has been consulting on draft guidance which could allow various different members of the dental team to perform the treatment. These could include dental nurses, […]


Bright smiles at the Oscars

Bright smiles at the Oscars

Cosmetic dental treatments are just one of the pampering procedures Oscars nominees took this weekend to prepare for the big event. The Daily Mail reports that in order to achieve the dazzling Hollywood smile, actors and actresses invest in a one-hour power bleaching treatment. "I’ve done hundreds of one-hour whitenings this week," claimed Hollywood dentist […]


Dentist recommends the professional approach

Dentist recommends the professional approach

People looking to gain a Hollywood smile should head for the dentist’s chair rather than the pharmacy, according to one expert. North Carolina-based cosmetic dentist Dr Bobbi Stanley told local television station WTVD that teeth whitening is a perfectly safe procedure when done properly. However, she warned that as treatments all involve hydrogen peroxide it […]


Dental charity supports smoking license

Dental charity supports smoking license

The British Dental Health Foundation has welcomed a governmental health advisory board proposal to charge £10 for a license to smoke. Dentistry.co.uk reports that chief executive Dr Nigel Carter stated: "The Foundation supports any measures designed to reduce the number of smokers in this country." The White Teeth Company has indicated that teeth whitening treatments […]


Cosmetic dentistry in”makeover mania”

Cosmetic dentistry in”makeover mania”

The trend for cosmetic enhancements is increasing dramatically, claims the Liverpool Echo. Columnist Nick Peet commented that "makeover mania" had led him to consider improving his appearance. He stated: "Instead of going under the knife I thought I’d focus on the one thing I desperately need but never had. "A decent smile." The journalist stated […]


Dentists warn against ‘whitening overuse’

Dentists warn against ‘whitening overuse’

Dentists in the US are warning against the overuse of teeth-whitening products which are readily available in stores across the country. Over bleaching teeth can increase sensitivity and there have been cases where people have ended up with white spots on their teeth, according to some professionals. Furthermore, if the bleach is mistakenly applied to […]


Tooth whitening”fashion statement”

Tooth whitening”fashion statement”

Teeth whitening is not just a cosmetic treatment but a fashion statement, reports Business Daily Africa. "Most of my clients are in the entertainment, airline and beauty industries where image is vital," remarked Dr Faith Njoroge of Innovative Dental Clinic. She added that many Africans are now more aware of the appearance of their teeth, […]


Whiter teeth ‘most sought-after cosmetic dentistry treatment’

Whiter teeth ‘most sought-after cosmetic dentistry treatment’

Tooth whitening is the most popular cosmetic dentistry procedure, it has been claimed. US news source the Sun Journal cites figures from author Jonathan B Levine which predict the whitening product and services market will be worth $15 billion (£7.7 billion) by 2010. "I was standing between my two kids and my smile looked so […]


‘Most improvement’ noted in professional whitening treatments

‘Most improvement’ noted in professional whitening treatments

Professional teeth-whitening treatments give the most dramatic results in the quickest time, reports US News and World Report. The source stated that although often the most expensive option – priced between $500 (£256) and $1,000 in the US – the treatments are more convenient and show a more marked improvement than do-it-yourself kits. However Matthew […]