Posts Tagged ‘regular check ups’
Are you familiar with the signs of oral cancer?
Did you know that oral cancer kills more people in the UK than cervical and testicular cancer combined? Unfortunately, public awareness of mouth cancer is poor, and this means that many cases are diagnosed at an advanced stage. Lancashire dentist, Dr Richard Ho from Synergy Dental Clinics, recently appeared in the local press to answer […]
Over 40% of Bolton children start school with tooth decay
New research has revealed that 41% of children in Bolton start school with tooth decay. This figure is significantly higher than the national average of 25 percent. Bolton is one of four priority areas in the Great Manchester region that has been flagged by NHS England. As a result, children in Bolton are set to […]
Diabetes Awareness Campaign Launched In GP And Dental Surgeries
Diabetes UK has launched an awareness campaign to encourage patients in the UK to attend regular health and dental checks. The campaign aims to encourage diabetes patients to have a minimum of nine health checks per year in line with recommendations set out by NICE (National Institute of Clinical Excellence). Figures released by the National […]
Australian Dental Association Promotes Check-Ups Ahead Of World Oral Health Day
The Australian Dental Association is promoting regular dental check-ups ahead of World Oral Health Day. Dental decay is the most common chronic condition in Australia and according to the ADA, dental admissions head the list of avoidable hospital cases. The association also revealed that dental health problems are the second most expensive health issue after […]
NHS Dental Report Reveals Inequalities in Oxfordshire
An NHS report has revealed dental inequalities in Oxfordshire. The report showed that children in poorer areas of the county are having teeth extracted due to poor oral health. The report highlighted Banbury and towns in the North East of the county, where standards of oral health are very poor. Some volunteers visiting schools reported […]
