Archive for the ‘General’ Category
Dentist Earnings Figures Could be Distorted for 2006/2007
The BDA says that the dentists’ income and costs published for 2006 and 2007 is not representative of what is really happening. Replying to a recent publication, the Chief Executive of the British Dental Association, Peter Ward, pointed out that the published income and costs for 2006 and 2007 do not consider the withholding of […]
The Fluoride-Dental Caries Dilemma
Excess fluoride can cause more dental caries! Optimal levels of fluoride comsumed daily lowers the incidence of dental caries. Research has recently shown that fluoride levels above optimal levels can cause dental caries, and that Americans get more fluoride than is necessary. Fluorosis is an apparent symptom of ingesting too much fluoride on a regular […]
Are Brits Scared of Going to Their Dentist?
Ninety three percent of the approximately 1,500 patients surveyed said that they were afraid of having dental work performed, with men being more frightened than women. It is a well-known fact that most people are afraid of the dentist, and this is a major problem in the U.K. People have blamed the shortage of NHS […]
The Rural Dental Dilemma
If you live in areas that are inaccessible to dentists, would you consider having your dental work performed by an individual with a bachelor’s degree in dentistry instead of a doctorate degree? Well, a program of this type does not exist in the United States, yet! However, there are such programs in Canada New Zealand, […]
Warning: Beware of Nutrition Quackery
At the recent fall meeting of the California Dental Association Scientific Session, Dr. Karp warned of nutrition quackery. He spoke about how a presenter supported and promoted nutritional supplements to help their dental patients. He emphasized that Americans are not under-nourished, but over-nourished. He made mention that people in the U.S. do not die from […]
Dental Check-Ups are Sufferring due to Credit Crunch
Twenty-five percent of people surveyed say that they have to reduce their dental clinic visits and buying new spectacles. Additionally, 1 in 7 surveyed say they cannot afford purchasing vitamins and/or prescription drugs. This comes as the new inflation rate for the latest month rose by 4.7%. Considerable increases in the cost of electricity and […]
Toothbrush Twig Kills Oral Bacteria
A study published in the August, 2008 issue of the Journal of Periodontology, suggests that a toothbrush made from a twig, can kill several bacteria without even touching them. Swedish investigators who performed this study used miswak (known also as siwak and a chewing stick). People in certain areas of the Middle East (i.e, parts […]
Eating Candy on Halloween: Advice for Parents
Halloween can be very scary for parents worried about the health of their children’s mouths. Experts say to let them gorge on the candy that they bring home. Timing is the key! Dental decay depends on several factors that include the frequency of eating sweets (i.e., refined sugars), their stickiness to the tooth surface, and […]
First Dental Clinic Opens in a U.K. Supermarket
The first dental clinic opened in a British supermarket, was opened in Sainsbury’s. The dental clinic is opening everyday 8 am – 8 pm. People can stop in to have their dental needs met while shopping for groceries. The supermarket dental clinic is offering dental examinations for £16. This could complete with the NHS dentists. […]
Dental Professional Registration Fees to Remain the Same
Fuel, food, and the cost of other basic necessities are continuing to rise. However, one thing will stay the same for 2009, and that is the cost of the General Dental Council (GDC) registration fees for dentists. This month, the GDC decided to keep registration fees the same. The GDC has monies in reserve to […]
