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Bristol dentists warns against cheap whitening treatments

Bristol dentists warns against cheap whitening treatments

A Bristol dentist has urged patients to avoid outlets offering discount tooth whitening treatments. Simon Dunn, a dentist from Redland, said that the number of outlets offering cheap whitening treatments has increased significantly in recent years but there are risks associated with visiting a practitioner who is not qualified and does not have formal training […]


Steven Naismith sets his sights on a different kind of goal

Steven Naismith sets his sights on a different kind of goal

During a week of no matches and rest, while colleagues went off to play for their countries, Scotland striker Steven Naismith took time out to visit Devonshire Dental Care in Glasgow’s West End. Q: What brought you to the practice at Devonshire? A: I was recommended to one of the dentists there by John Hillcoat, […]


BDA supports tooth whitening prosecution

BDA supports tooth whitening prosecution

Representatives from the British Dental Association have welcomed the prosecution of a non-dental professional, who has been providing tooth whitening treatments. The BDA says that the prosecution is good news for patients; the result of the case will help to protect patients in the future and ensure that people who offer tooth whitening services are […]


Public hearing on whitening products to be held in New Zealand

Public hearing on whitening products to be held in New Zealand

A public hearing on whitening products will be held in New Zealand. The Environmental Risk Management Authority (Erma) will host the hearing in Wellington on April 12th. The hearing will focus on the sale of certain over the counter whitening products and the rules surrounding the use of hydrogen peroxide. The authority will investigate whether […]


Warning against DIY teeth whitening kits

Warning against DIY teeth whitening kits

In light of the growing popularity of teeth whitening treatments, dentists have issued a warning against DIY home whitening kits. In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the number of people visiting their dentist in a bid to get whiter teeth, as well as a huge increase in the number of whitening […]


Jessie J celebrates number 1 with a whiter smile

Jessie J celebrates number 1 with a whiter smile

Britain’s newest music superstar, Jessie J, has revealed that she celebrated her first number 1 hit by getting her teeth whitened. The Brit Award winner told chat show host Graham Norton that she celebrated her single ‘Price Tag’ going to number one by visiting a cosmetic dentist to get her teeth whitened. The singer laughed […]


Midlands dentist warns against dangers of home whitening products

Midlands dentist warns against dangers of home whitening products

A dentist from the Midlands has warned teenage patients to stay away from home whitening products. Yusuf Kaderbhai, from Dental Care at WS4 in Walsall, said that many teenagers are using unsuitable, potentially harmful household whitening products, in a bid to get the famous Hollywood smile, which has been championed by many of their celebrity […]


British patients warned off DIY whitening treatments

British patients warned off DIY whitening treatments

Dental experts in the UK have warned patients against the potential dangers associated with DIY tooth whitening kits. Earlier this week Dr Andrew Eder warned against the possible long-term implications of using home treatments, including baking soda, hydrogen peroxide and salt and encouraged people to stick to professional treatments and approved whitening products. Dr Eder […]


Dental experts warn against home whitening treatments

Dental experts warn against home whitening treatments

Dental experts have warned against home teeth whitening treatments, which have become increasingly popular in recent years. Experts have urged members of the public to avoid home whitening treatments, which are often recommended by people with no dental training on internet sites; many sites suggest using home treatments containing ingredients such as hydrogen peroxide, ash […]


Smiles Dental Announces Plans for 10 New Clinics

Smiles Dental Announces Plans for 10 New Clinics

Irish Dental Provider, Smiles Dental has announced plans to open up 10 new clinics around the country in 2011; a move that will cost 3 million Euros and will see the creation of 100 new jobs. The first of these new offices will open for business in January in Letterkenny, Co Donegal and three of […]