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MP praises oral health campaign
An MP has praised a Manchester-based oral health campaign and encouraged health authorities throughout the country to adopt the same model. Sir Paul Beresford, chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Dentistry, invited fellow MPs and dental experts to attend a reception at Westminster on Tuesday to hear about the Manchester Smiles oral health campaign. […]
Dubai health ministers launch Healthy Smiles campaign
The Dubai Health Authority has launched a year long campaign to promote good oral health and raise awareness of the dangers associated with poor oral health. The Dubai Healthy Smiles campaign will run for a year and will target mothers and children, as a means of encouraging good oral hygiene habits from an early age. […]
Liverpool Scientists develop New Device to identify Cavities
Scientists from Liverpool University have developed a new dental device to identify cavities and early signs of decay. The Identifi system can detect signs of decay and cavities before they are visible to the human eye and is comprised of a hand-held intra-oral appliance and a computer system. The Identifi device uses a technique known […]
Sheffield Residents make the most of National Smile Month
Residents in Sheffield have been actively encouraged to get involved in National Smile Month, a national campaign which is run by the British Dental Health Foundation to raise awareness of oral health and encourage people to look after their teeth and gums. Over the course of the last four weeks, oral health promotions teams and […]
Dental Survey reveals that Chocolate makes us Smile more than Anything Else
A survey carried out by the British Dental Health Foundation has revealed that chocolate makes us smile more than anything else. The survey, which was conducted as part of the National Smile Month campaign, showed that people enjoy the simple pleasures, with a bar of chocolate topping the poll for ‘things that make you smile’. […]
GDC issues Warning over Tooth Whitening Procedures
The UK’s dental regulator, the General Dental Council, has issued a warning against individuals and clinics that offer whitening treatments. According to the GDC, only trained dental professionals should be able to offer this service. Tooth whitening has become very popular in recent years and the number of clinics and individuals offering the service has […]
Antrim Dental Team preparing for Albania Trip
A team of health and dental professionals are preparing to go to Albania, with the volunteers travelling to Europe’s poorest country to provide much-needed dental and medical services. The trip takes place every year and volunteers hold medical and dental clinics to help people in remote locations, where poverty is rife and conditions are described […]
Oral Health Team hops on the Bus to promote National Smile Month
The Oxford Oral Health Promotion team came up with a novel approach to promote National Smile Month, by jumping on board a bus. The Oral Health Bus toured villages and towns in Oxfordshire to promote National Smile Month and raise awareness of oral health. The bus, which was funded by Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust, […]
Your Morning Cuppa could help Prevent Tooth Decay
According to a member of the Tea Advisory Panel, a morning cuppa could have health benefits, including antibacterial properties which reduce tooth decay. Dr Carrie Ruxton said that people have been aware of the antibacterial properties of tea for many years, but the properties have only recently been investigated scientifically. According to research studies reported […]
Harborough Dental Practice Scoops Award
A Harborough dental practice has been recognised for high standards of patient care and has been awarded gold membership of the British Dental Association’s good practice scheme. The BDA award scheme is a relatively new programme, which recognises and rewards excellent standards of care. 2th Dental Practice, which is located on Northampton Road, is one […]
