Archive for the ‘Oral health’ Category
California Appeals Court Blocks Law Forcing Soft Drink Adverts to Feature Health Warnings
In a victory for the soft drink industry, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in California have blocked a ruling in San Francisco which would have required all advertisements for sugary drinks to feature health warnings. A San Francisco city ordinance originally passed in 2015 required all adverts for sugar sweetened drinks to feature wording […]
Belfast researchers claim aspirin could help to regenerate the teeth and prevent severe decay
Researchers in Belfast claim that aspirin could help to aid tooth regeneration, reducing the chances of decay becoming more severe. Researchers at Queen’s University have discovered that aspirin stimulates stem cells, which contributes to tooth regeneration and reduces the need for fillings. Tooth decay is one of the most common preventable illnesses in the UK. […]
UK dentists come under fire from the Italians over ‘prosecco smiles’ warning
Dentists in the UK have come under fire from the Italians after issuing a warning over the dangers of a ‘prosecco smile’. Recently, a number of newspapers and online blogs published articles focused on the dental dangers of drinking prosecco, a drink that has become increasingly popular in the UK. Dr Mervyn Druian, from the […]
Dentists issue decay warning over prosecco trend
Dentists have warned that our growing obsession with prosecco is contributing to dental decay. Prosecco, a sparkling drink, which offers a cheaper alternative to Champagne is the drink du jour this summer, and dentists are worried that its popularity is putting the nation’s dental health at risk. Many people love a glass of refreshing prosecco […]
New report highlights prevalence of dental problems in older people
A new report has highlighted the prevalence of dental problems in older people living in the UK. Research compiled by the Faculty of Dental Surgery suggests that up to 1.8 million people aged over 65 years old are living with an acute dental health condition. Dentists are worried that dental issues, such as decay, gum […]
The Singing Dentist shares popular flossing excuses, as survey reveals most don’t bother
The Singing dentist, Dr Milad Shadrooh, has shared some of the most common excuses given for not flossing, after a survey revealed that only 40 percent of people have flossed in the last 3 months. Dr Shadrooh, who shot to fame after releasing clips of himself singing dental-themed lyrics to popular chart hits online, said […]
The Global Costs of Dental Treatment due to Sugary Foods is Over £115 Billion
Researchers at Martin Luther University and the Biotechnology Research and Information Network AG have calculated the cost of the world’s addiction to sugar: $172 billion. This alarming figure includes $23 billion in Germany alone. To get to this statistic the research team at Halle-Wittenberg looked at representative information on the prevalence of caries (tooth decay), […]
Are you doing a thorough job when you clean your teeth?
You may brush your teeth twice a day religiously, but are you doing a thorough job? According to dentists, many people miss vital areas of the mouth and this means that their dental health is at risk, even though they are diligent about their brushing regime. Jessica Hilburg, from the NYU College of Dentistry, said […]
Study highlights poor oral health as a major risk factor for malnutrition in older people
A new study has highlighted poor oral health as a major risk factor for malnutrition in older people. Researchers from the University of North Carolina School of Medicine found that poor oral health and a lack of food were major risk factors in older people who suffered from malnutrition. The study focused on people who […]
Newcastle dentist issues stress warning after Demi Moore attributes tooth loss to anxiety
A dentist from Newcastle has warned of the dental effects of stress after Hollywood star, Demi Moore, blamed stress and anxiety for the loss of two of her teeth. Dr Rob Wain, from Dovetail Bespoke Dental Solutions, said that he sees patients who are suffering from the effects of stress on a daily basis. Most […]
