Archive for the ‘Dentures’ Category

Energy drink addict who needs 24 fillings and dentures shares his story to warn others of dental dangers

Energy drink addict who needs 24 fillings and dentures shares his story to warn others of dental dangers

An energy drink addict has spoken out in the press and shared images of his teeth to warn others about the impact of consuming sugary drinks on a regular basis. Vinnie Pyner, 21, started drinking Monster energy drinks to stay awake at college, but his consumption increased rapidly, and soon, he was drinking up to […]


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 […]


Manchester-based scientists develop bacteria-killing dentures

Manchester-based scientists develop bacteria-killing dentures

Scientists based in Manchester have developed fungi and bacteria-killing dentures, which could help to reduce the prevalence of oral infections in older people. Researchers at Manchester Metropolitan University have created rechargeable dentures, which are capable of destroying harmful bacteria and fungi. The dentures, which have been pioneered by a multi-disciplinary team at the university, could […]


Essex Dentist Fits New Smile for Pensioner After Dentures Go Missing In Hospital

Essex Dentist Fits New Smile for Pensioner After Dentures Go Missing In Hospital

A dentist in Clacton has fitted a new set of dentures for an elderly woman after her dentures disappeared during an operation undertaken in Colchester General Hospital. The lady’s set of teeth went missing during a hip surgery, and because she was unable to leave hospital whilst she headed, she spent seven months unable to […]


Exmouth Dental Technician on Hand to Help With Troublesome Dentures

Exmouth Dental Technician on Hand to Help With Troublesome Dentures

A dental technician is calling for anyone who has troublesome or painful dentures to get in touch. Rob Gosling, clinical dental technician at Select Dental, said that there has been a significant increase in demand for advice and information about dentures in the last couple of years. Almost 4 million people in the UK wear […]


Most Expensive Smile Is Made By Dubai Dentist

Most Expensive Smile Is Made By Dubai Dentist

A diamond encrusted gold denture, made in Dubai, is said to provide the world’s most expensive smile. Dubai Liberty Dental Clinic’s director, Dr Majd Naji is the creator. He has said that some of the profits from its sale would provide money toward a children’s charity. It has been valued at Dh562,000 or around £90,000 […]


Pictures Of Mystery Russian Aristocrat’s Faberge Dentures Revealed

Pictures Of Mystery Russian Aristocrat’s Faberge Dentures Revealed

Pictures of a set of bespoke gold and platinum dentures belonging to a mystery Russian aristocrat, have been unveiled. The dentures were designed by Faberge and were discovered by archaeologists who were digging near a church in St Petersburg. The identity of the aristocrat is unknown and she is currently known only as Lady X. […]


Thurso MP Praises “Fantastic” New Dental Clinic

Thurso MP Praises “Fantastic” New Dental Clinic

Thurso MP, John Thurso has praised the “fantastic” new dental clinic at Dunbar Hospital. The clinic, which was officially opened by the MP last Friday, was described as a “fantastic facility” for local people and Mr Thurso added that it was “very much needed.” The clinic was made possible by the innovative thinking of John […]


Which? Reveals Dental Insurance Could Actually Cost Patients More

Which? Reveals Dental Insurance Could Actually Cost Patients More

Research conducted by consumer group, Which? has revealed that dental insurance could actually end up costing patients more. A survey by Which? Money found that patients could save money simply by attending regular check-ups with their dentist, rather than forking out for dental insurance policies. Researchers examined 20 different policies and found that people with […]


Biolase Share Price Rockets

Biolase Share Price Rockets

The value of Biolase shares has rocketed after a new laser device, known as Epic 10, was given the green light for use in Europe and the United States. The laser device will be used in soft tissue dental procedures, as well as other operations. The Epic 10 laser was approved for use in the […]