Archive for the ‘orthodontics’ Category
DIY Brace Craze Sweeps Through South East Asia and the Philippines
DIY dentistry is never a good idea. But the latest craze for DIY braces in Asia is particularly alarming, as orthodontic treatment requires specialist care and methodical planning. Images on the internet and in news reports show a number of people attempting to straighten their own teeth using makeshift braces, often because they can’t afford […]
Thousands of Children Waiting for Braces in Wales
Thousands of children are waiting for braces in Wales, it has been revealed. In an interview with BBC Radio Wales, David Howells from Pencastell Orthodontics, the only NHS practice offering orthodontic treatment in west Wales, said that the waiting lists for children are very long and around 4,000 children in Wales are waiting for treatment. […]
Crisis in Carmarthenshire as More Than 1,000 Children Wait for Orthodontic Treatment
Dental experts in Wales have described waiting times for children’s orthodontic treatment as a “crisis.” In Carmarthenshire, children are waiting up to 21 times longer than patients in other parts of Wales and more than 1,500 children are currently on a waiting list for specialist care. MP Simon Hart exposed the extent of the problem […]
Health Experts Issue Warning Over Lengthy Waiting Lists for Orthodontic Treatment in Wales
Health experts have fired a warning after it was revealed that some people in Wales are waiting several years for orthodontic treatment. Evidence presented to the Welsh Assembly suggested that there was a lack of funding and resources, which had contributed to lengthy waiting lists for treatment. Research related to the provision of orthodontic treatment […]
Could A New Balloon Device Replace Traditional Braces?
A new type of gum shield, which contains a vibrating balloon, has been hailed as a possible replacement for traditional braces. The Aerodentis device is worn at night. The gum shield is connected to a small computerised machine, which pumps air into the balloon, applying pressure to the teeth. The balloon is made from silicone […]
Children Facing Lengthy Wait For Orthodontic Treatment In Jersey
Children are facing a long wait for braces in Jersey due to a shortage of orthodontists. According to Dr Michael Cassidy, from the dental department at Jersey Royal Hospital, a post left vacant three years ago has not been filled and this has contributed to waiting times of up to two years. Dr Cassidy confirmed […]
Could Braces Be Linked To Teenage Anorexia Cases?
Doctors in Dublin have claimed that braces may increase the risk of anorexia after cases of eating disorders were found to be more common among those who had orthodontic treatment. Doctors from Temple Street Hospital found that one in three patients treated for an eating disorder had braces in the past and concluded that this […]
High Fluoride Toothpaste Could Help Prevent White Spots For Teen Brace Wearers
A study has suggested that high fluoride toothpaste can help to prevent white spots from developing on the teeth during orthodontic treatment. The Swedish study, which was carried out at Malmo University, claims that using fluoride toothpaste, which contains four times the normal amount of fluoride found in toothpaste, can help to prevent the white […]
Cambridge Orthodontic Clinic Told To Improve By CQC
The CQC (Care Quality Commission) has told an orthodontic clinic for children in Cambridge, to improve following an inspection. The Care Quality Commission visited the Cambridge Centre for Orthodontics in Canterbury Street earlier this year; the inspection was not announced by the CQC. During the inspection, officials noted that the practice, which provides care primarily […]
Essex Dentist Throws Brace at Patients Mother
A local dentist from Braintree is facing a disciplinary hearing after being accused of a number of offences, dating as far back as 2003. Raghuvir Patel of R Patel and Associates has been reprimanded by the General Dental Council for hurling a broken brace at the mother of one of his patients. Furthermore, Mr Patel […]
