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Bacteria That Causes Tooth Decay and Gum Disease is Killed by Flossing
A recent study reported in the Journal of Periodontology (Augsut, 2008) in a twin study, shows that flossing is beneficial and kills bacteria that cause tooth decay and gum disease. Investigators for the New York University College of Dentistry, performed a study using fifty-one pairs of identical twins, ages 12-21 y.o. For this research investigation, […]
Cosmetic dentistry ‘better than a facelift’
Cosmetic dentistry is replacing the facelift as the ultimate makeover procedure, it has been claimed. According to Dr Daniel J Deutsch of the Washington Centre for Dentistry, many patients seek a smile makeover as the first step in their anti-ageing quest. “Our patients are not accepting the ageing process, when it comes to their teeth,” […]
New laser ‘revolution in dentistry’
A new laser machine could help people get over their fear of dentists, it has been claimed. The Daily Mail reported that a new machine has been developed which can be used in almost every dental procedure, removing the need for noisy, painful drills. Dr Emmanouil Koloutsos of the Harley Street Dental Clinic told the […]
Americans ‘seeking dentists’
Whether it be cosmetic or medical, "dentists" is the eighth-most popular term that consumers search for in the Yellow Pages. According to the Yellow Pages Association, dentists are searched for over 246 million times a year in the US, giving it a ranking of eight out of more than 4,000 possible search terms. The American […]
Health and beauty industry ‘experiencing strong growth’
The health and beauty industry is to experience strong growth this year, despite pressure on household budgets. At least that is the prediction of Verdict Research, which stated that products such as tooth whitening kits are to withstand the economic squeeze. "In uncertain times people are still willing to spend money on making themselves look […]
Cosmetic dentistry ‘doesn’t impress Coventry’
The trend of lunchtime cosmetic dentistry treatments may have hit it off with London business workers, but it has been slow to catch on in other cities. At least that is the opinion of managing director Doug Squires from Coventry. He told the Coventry Telegraph that in the engineering world, it is less about how […]
Brits'”shocking”dental habits revealed
This year’s National Dental survey reveals some of the bad habits picked up by Brits and the damage caused to oral health. Ironically marking the start of National Smile Month, the survey shows how badly Britons treat their teeth – 27 per cent of whom have used them to open bottles and 13 per cent […]
Smile ‘important to sex life’
An individual’s smile plays a big part in their sexual attractiveness, it has been reported. According to the Sunday Mirror, it is this fact that has motivated many to seek cosmetic dentistry treatments to improve their appearance. It cited a recent survey which found that more people view tooth whitening as a way of enhancing […]
Celebrity smiles revealed
There are four types of celebrity smiles that people can identify themselves with, it has been claimed. Psychotherapist Emma Gold told toothpaste brand Aloe Dent that Katie Holmes, wife of Tom Cruise, often displays an obviously fake smile which is fixed and oblong-shaped. However, those who have a broad, laughing smile like Lily Allen often […]
Smiles all round
With National Smile Month starting this Sunday, the Birmingham Mail has advised people to begin looking after their pearly whites. The newspaper cited previous research which found that a fifth of Brits are so embarrassed about the state of their teeth that they try and hide them in photographs. However, it added that people who […]
