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YouGov poll suggests more than 10% of Brits have attempted DIY dental treatment

YouGov poll suggests more than 10% of Brits have attempted DIY dental treatment

A YouGov poll has revealed that more than 10% of Brits have attempted DIY dental treatment. The survey, which was conducted in March 2023, showed that over 10% of adults in the UK have tried to treat themselves at home. Among the people who had tried DIY dentistry, 20% were unable to get an NHS […]


New community dental partnership launches in the Thames Valley

New community dental partnership launches in the Thames Valley

A new community dental partnership has launched in the Thames Valley. Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust and Central and North West NHS Foundation Trust have joined forces to provide comprehensive cover for children and adults with additional or complex needs across the Thames Valley region. The service will cater to […]


Japanese study links nightly brushing to reduced cardiovascular risk

Japanese study links nightly brushing to reduced cardiovascular risk

A Japanese study has linked nightly brushing to a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease. Researchers analysed data collected from patients who attended Osaka University Hospital during a three-year period between 2013 and 2016. They found that people who brushed their teeth every night were less likely to develop cardiovascular complications than those who brushed once […]


Festival medical teams report increase in people seeking dental care at Glastonbury

Festival medical teams report increase in people seeking dental care at Glastonbury

Medical teams based at Glastonbury have reported an increase in the number of people seeking advice for dental issues. The director of Festival Medical Services, which provides medical and dental care for the festival every year, said that there had been a steady stream of people turning up asking for help with dental problems as […]


Dentist shares diabetes warning signs and encourages regular dental checks

Dentist shares diabetes warning signs and encourages regular dental checks

A leading dentist has shared diabetes warning signs to look out for in the mouth and urged patients to attend regular checks in a bid to raise awareness of the symptoms of the condition. Dr Rizwan Mahmood, co-founder of Ruh Dental and a clinical fellow in oral and maxillofacial surgery, said that many of the […]


Historic Glasgow dental practice has new owners

Historic Glasgow dental practice has new owners

A Glasgow dental practice, which opened 100 years ago, has new owners. Bruce and Lindsey Hogan have sold Somerset Place Dental Practice after taking over in 1998. The practice, which is located in Park District, has been treating private patients in the city for a century. Christie & Co oversaw the sale of the practice, […]


Report reveals increase in diabetes deaths in the UK

Report reveals increase in diabetes deaths in the UK

A new report from Diabetes UK has revealed that the number of deaths caused by diabetes has increased by 7,000 in the UK. The charity has called for urgent action to improve diabetes care after discovering that less than half of patients are receiving life-saving diabetes care and reporting rising death rates. Diabetes UK believes […]


Dentist survey shows bad teeth are a major turn off for daters

Dentist survey shows bad teeth are a major turn off for daters

A new survey carried out by dentists in Brighton has highlighted bad teeth as a major turn off for daters. Research conducted by the Dentelli Clinic found that more than a quarter of adults (26.4%) wouldn’t date somebody who had bad teeth. The poll also showed that 25% of those surveyed weren’t happy with their […]


New study reveals illegal overstrength vapes are highly addictive

New study reveals illegal overstrength vapes are highly addictive

A new study has revealed that vaping using illegal, overstrength e-cigarettes can be highly addictive. A report, which was compiled by Inter Scientific, shows that some vapes that are sold in the UK contain excessive levels of nicotine. Even those that claim to be nicotine-free can contain quantities that encourage addictive behaviours. Some of these […]


Bupa Dental Care puts Brampton practice up for sale

Bupa Dental Care puts Brampton practice up for sale

Bupa Dental Care has announced that it is putting its Brampton dental surgery up for sale. The company, which is selling, merging or closing over 80 practices in the next eight months, is looking for a buyer for Brampton Dental Practice. Located in the heart of the small Cumbrian market town, the practice is one […]