Posts Tagged ‘America’
Americans Forced to Visit ER for Dental Treatment
A growing number of Americans are being forced to visit the Emergency Department for dental treatment as a result of being unable to afford regular dental care. According to statistics from the Pew Center on the States, the numbers of ER visits increased by 16 percent between 2006 and 2009 and figures recorded since have […]
Lack of Dental Care Impacts on Self-Esteem
Most people are aware that missing out on regular dental appointments increases their risk of developing dental diseases, but struggling to get a dental appointment can also impact on self-esteem and confidence. Statistics show that 45 million Americans do not have dental insurance and it is becoming increasingly difficult to find a dentist who offers […]
Step Forward In New Jersey Fluoridation Debate
An Assembly committee has taken a step forward in the fluoride debate, after approving legislation to add fluoride to all water supplies in New Jersey. Assemblyman Herb Conaway said that fluoridation is a “safe and effective way to prevent cavities in children and adults” and would eventually cut the costs of dental care in the […]
Differences in tooth whitening legalisation
The General Dental Council has campaigned for tooth whitening to be restricted to dental professionals to the UK; however, in the USA, it is a completely different story. Earlier this year, the GDC successfully sued a practitioner for providing whitening services without registration. The organisation is campaigning to raise awareness of the potential dangers of […]
Tooth fairy cuts back as recession his America
Most people have tightened their belts in recent years as a result of turbulent economic times and recent figures have indicated that even the Tooth Fairy is feeling the pinch, as the average amount received by children has decreased. Statistics from a survey in America show that the average rate has dropped from $3 to […]
Dental tourism blooming
Dental tourism is more popular than ever and a growing number of people are using specialist dental tourism companies to arrange their treatment package. Dental tourism is popular largely due to the difference in prices between different countries; people living in countries, such as America, the UK and Australia are often faced with large dental […]
University Staff and Dental Students heading for Free Dental Clinic in Kentucky
Staff and students from the University of Louisville are preparing to travel to eastern Kentucky next weekend to help out at a free dental clinic. More than 120 members of staff, students and alumni will make the trip to assist at the Remote Area Medical clinic. Remote Area Medical is a non-profit organisation, which provides […]
US survey confirms struggle to afford dental treatment
A recent survey has revealed that a large proportion of American people are struggling to afford the cost of dental treatment. The AARP Closer Look June survey confirmed that 60 percent of people over the age of 45 who earn less than $25,000 per year are finding it increasingly difficult to afford both medical and […]
Free clinic set to benefit South Carolina residents
A free dental clinic will be held in the town of Greenville this weekend. The Dental Access Days clinic is specifically for adult patients and is open to all residents in Upstate South Carolina. The clinics are run every year and this year’s event will take place on Friday the 6th and Saturday 7th August […]
