Posts Tagged ‘smile’

Hope for dental patients in Dolgellau, as new practice opens nearly 2 years after mydentist closure

Hope for dental patients in Dolgellau, as new practice opens nearly 2 years after mydentist closure

Dental patients in the Welsh town of Dolgellau finally have something to smile about, after a new practice opened nearly two years after its only clinic shut. Mydentist closed in spring 2017, and since then, patients have struggled to get a dental appointment. Practices in nearby Porthmadog and Aberystwyth were over-subscribed, leaving patients with option […]


Has the Meghan Markle effect contributed to a rise in the popularity of cosmetic dentistry?

Has the Meghan Markle effect contributed to a rise in the popularity of cosmetic dentistry?

Cover Image Editorial credit: Lorna Roberts / Shutterstock.com For many years, patients have visited their dentist with a particular celebrity smile in mind. Cheryl Cole and Kate Middleton have previously inspired an upward turn in the popularity of cosmetic dental treatment, but it seems that the Meghan Markle smile is now the most coveted look. Dr Krystyna, a cosmetic […]


UK dentists come under fire from the Italians over ‘prosecco smiles’ warning

UK dentists come under fire from the Italians over ‘prosecco smiles’ warning

Dentists in the UK have come under fire from the Italians after issuing a warning over the dangers of a ‘prosecco smile’. Recently, a number of newspapers and online blogs published articles focused on the dental dangers of drinking prosecco, a drink that has become increasingly popular in the UK. Dr Mervyn Druian, from the […]


Health Ministers To Launch New Dental Campaign In Tel Aviv

Health Ministers To Launch New Dental Campaign In Tel Aviv

Health ministers are preparing to launch a new dental campaign to encourage people to take better care of their teeth and gums. Ministers, Yair Amikam and Dr Shlomo Zusman, will launch the campaign at the Beit Sokolov journalist’s centre in Tel Aviv this weekend. The campaign is backed by the health ministry and sponsored by […]


Having Bad Teeth Affects Confidence and Wellbeing

Having Bad Teeth Affects Confidence and Wellbeing

A new survey has revealed that having bad teeth has mental health implications, as well as physical. The research, which was carried out by Oasis Dental Care, revealed that 70 percent of people who have bad teeth feel that it has had a negative impact on their lives; this accounts for over 9 million people. […]


Dental Survey reveals that Chocolate makes us Smile more than Anything Else

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’. […]


Voters could be swayed by candidate’s smiles

Voters could be swayed by candidate’s smiles

A survey conducted by the British Dental Health Foundation has revealed that around 70 percent of people believe that a smile signifies success. The survey was carried out in conjunction with National Smile Month, which runs from the 16th May to the 16th June. More than half of us judge a person by their smile, […]


Champion jockey shows off new set of pearly whites

Champion jockey shows off new set of pearly whites

Grand National winner, Liam Treadwell showed off a dazzling new set of pearly whites, having undergone days of cosmetic dental treatment. The jockey had become famous for his teeth following an interview with BBC sport correspondent, Claire Balding after winning last year’s Grand National. During the interview after the race, Ms Balding encouraged the shy […]