Archive for the ‘Oral health’ Category
Greens Preparing Dental Trade-off Deal
The Australian Green Party is preparing to accept a trade-off deal in order to push through plans for a universal dental scheme. The Greens were planning to veto a tax increase on wealthy citizens without private medical insurance, worth $170 million, but they have agreed to drop the veto if the government agrees to introduce […]
Gloucester Man Left with Dental Injuries Following Club Brawl
A man from Gloucester suffered extensive dental injuries after bumping into a fellow reveller at Liquid nightclub, a court has heard. Edward Parsloe suffered severe damage to his front teeth and a gum infection after accidentally bumping into Robert Freeman at the nightclub in September 2010. Prosecutor, James Cranfield, told Gloucester Crown Court that Mr […]
Malvern Dental Practice Recognised for Community Efforts
A Malvern dental practice has been rewarded for going the extra mile for local people. Beacon DentalCare was crowned the winner in the category, ‘Provision of extreme patient services’ at a ceremony held by Dental Mavericks, a charity that provides help and support for people overseas. The awards ceremony took place at the Thistle Hotel […]
Pet Dental Health Under the Spotlight in the USA
Pet dental health has taken centre stage in the USA with the launch of Pet Dental Health Month, which will run throughout February. The campaign is designed to promote pet oral health and educate pet owners about taking care of their pet’s teeth and gums. A series of events will take place across the country […]
Irish Dental Union Calls for Immediate Changes
The Irish Dental Union has withdrawn its backing of the current State dental scheme and has called for immediate changes. Chief executive, Fintan Hourihan, has written to the Minister for Health, James Reilly, stating that the union no longer has faith in the system and wants changes to be introduced as soon as possible. He […]
Dental Students Present Donation to Charity
Dental students from the Peninsula Dental School have presented a cheque for £100 to a local charity. Tracy De Peralta, a professor at the dental school, established The Rayna DiModica Contribution to Society Award in memory of her mother. The award is designed to recognise the best community projects attended by second year students at […]
Work Underway at New Dental Training Facility
Work on a £2.6 million training facility is underway at the University of Central Lancashire. The new training school will be located on the ground floor of the existing Harrington Building at the city centre campus. A spokesman for the university said that he hopes the work will be completed in time for the training […]
Daily Drinking Trebles the Risk of Oral Cancer
The government is set to launch adverts to discourage people from drinking on a regular basis, after it was revealed that drinking just two glasses of wine or strong beer each day trebles the risk of oral cancer. The adverts are designed to raise awareness of the causes and symptoms of oral cancer, as well […]
Dentists Urge Patients to Take Bad Breath Seriously
Bad breath (halitosis) is a common problem that affects most people from time to time. However, dentists are eager for people who suffer from bad breath on a regular basis to arrange a check-up, as halitosis can be symptomatic of more serious dental problems. Bad breath is usually caused by eating pungent foods, but it […]
Hello Kitty Dental Practice Opens in Tokyo
Most people recognise the animated character, Hello Kitty and are used to seeing the famous feline on stationary, jewellery and clothing, but now, Hello Kitty fans can see their favourite character when they visit the dentist. The Heart Dental Clinic opened last month in Koto-ku in Tokyo, with the specially designed treatment rooms decorated with […]
