Archive for the ‘Oral health’ Category
Early Start Key to Good Oral Health
Adopting a good oral hygiene routine is essential for good oral health. Children who are encouraged to look after their teeth and gums from an early age have a much lower risk of oral diseases, including gum disease and tooth decay. Dentists all over the UK are seeing children at an increasingly early age with […]
Pet Oral Health Campaign Launched After Alarming Survey Results Revealed
A campaign to raise the awareness of pet oral health has been launched following the release of alarming statistics relating to gum disease in dogs. A survey published in the Veterinary Journal revealed that 80 percent of dogs in Europe and Australia suffer from gum disease, which can contribute to a host of conditions, including […]
Dentists from Taiwan Complete Prison Mission
Two Taiwanese dentists have visited a prison in Thailand to provide much-needed dental care for Taiwanese prisoners. Huang Chun-feng and Yang Chung-ho visited the Klongprem Central Prison in Bangkok to treat Taiwanese prisoners and offer them emotional and spiritual support. This was the fifth mission for the dental duo. During their time at the prison, […]
New Zealand Dental Service Comes Under Fire
A mother from Blenheim, New Zealand has criticised the local dental service, claiming that it is letting children down. Tracey Marshall, who has a son aged seven stated that the service is failing children, as they are behind with routine dental check-ups. Marshall said that her son has only seen a dental therapist once since […]
Dental Situation Dire in the USA, as a Third Cannot Afford Treatment
A recent investigation has revealed a dire situation in the USA, as a third of people cannot afford dental treatment. The report, which was compiled by The Centre for Public Integrity and PBS Frontline, was aired earlier this week. One young girl from Florida, aged 5 and named Trinity Way stole the limelight. Trinity was […]
Eastbourne Dental Practice Backs Campaign to Save Water
A dental practice in Eastbourne has joined forces with South East Water to encourage people to save water. Brassey Avenue Dental Practice decided to join the cause during Smile Month. The members of the team gave out tooth brushing timers and information sheets to younger patients regarding ways to save water. The practice tried to […]
Knock on the Head Leaves Woman with no Sense of Taste
Caroline Buchanan, an author and counsellor, has been left without two of her senses, taste and smell, after falling down the stairs in March. Caroline was renting a cottage in Dorset when she fell; she stumbled on the stairs, lost her footing and banged her head on the banister on the way down. Caroline felt […]
Ontario Dentists Helping Children Brush up on Oral Hygiene
Dentists in Ontario are targeting low income families to help them brush up on their oral hygiene habits to prevent oral diseases and reduce the cost of dental care. Dr Sandra Bennett is one of the dentists helping families in need; she regularly sees children and adults from low income families with extensive dental health […]
Dental Nurse Following in Her Father’s Footsteps
Georgia Worsley has her father to thank for her career choice; 18-year-old Georgia decided to train as a dental nurse after being inspired by her dad, John, a dentist. Georgia has already completed her Level 2 and Level 3 dental nursing qualifications and she is nearing the end of her Level 4 award in radiography; […]
Having Bad Teeth Affects Confidence and Wellbeing
A new survey has revealed that having bad teeth has mental health implications, as well as physical. The research, which was carried out by Oasis Dental Care, revealed that 70 percent of people who have bad teeth feel that it has had a negative impact on their lives; this accounts for over 9 million people. […]
