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Isle of Man residents urged to give feedback on oral health strategy
Health ministers on the Isle of Man are urging residents to give their feedback on the new oral health strategy. The document was published online in September and residents were invited to leave comments and ideas; they now have just one day left to submit their comments. Health Minister David Anderson said he would like […]
Snap-On Smile hits the UK
A new cosmetic dental treatment has hit the UK. In recent years, cosmetic dentistry has become extremely popular and a large number of people have undergone treatment to improve the aesthetic appearance of their smile. Now, a new treatment, the Snap-On Smile, has hit the UK. The Snap-On Smile is an American export, like many […]
Hartlepool dental worker heads to Uganda
A dental therapist from Hartlepool is heading to Uganda to help provide dental care and education to people in rural villages in the east of the country. Joanne Brown, from Elliott McCarthy Dental Care, is set to leave the UK this weekend to spend two weeks in the villages of Mbale and Kumi. Joanne will […]
After school dental care trial underway in Bendigo
Bendigo Health Board has launched a six week trial programme to provide extended hours for children’s dental care. The programme will be used to determine the degree of demand for extended hours and will focus on secondary school students. From Wednesday onwards the school dental clinic will open from 5pm until 8pm. Robyn Lindsay, from […]
Breakthrough in mouth cancer research
A new study has revealed a breakthrough in mouth cancer research. The study, which was conducted by Dr Angela Hong, from the University of Sydney, found that mouth cancer patients with the HPV (Human Papilloma Virus) were more likely to survive than those without the HPV. Dr Hong’s study monitored 198 patients with mouth cancer […]
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 […]
Social background can impact on mouth cancer risk
A senior lecturer from the University of Glasgow has revealed that an individual’s social background can impact on their risk of developing oral cancer. Dr David Conway claimed that people with a ‘low social economic status’ were more likely to develop the disease than those with a high economic status. Dr Conway was speaking at […]
Free dental care event for New Jersey kids
A free dental care day for kids has been scheduled for Monday 15th November. The event will take place between 9 and 12 am and is open to kids aged between 2 and 5 years old from the North Essex area of New Jersey; children from Cedar Grove, Caldwell, Fairfield, Essex Fells, North Caldwell, Roseland, […]
Jamaican dental experts urge the public to keep an eye on oral health
Dental experts in Jamaica have urged members of the public to take better care of their teeth and gums. Dr Irving McKenzie, Director of Dental Health Services in the Ministry of Health, said that it was important for people to realise the importance of good oral health. Gum disease and tooth decay are common health […]
Busy parents risking their children’s oral health
A study has revealed that British parents are putting their children’s oral health at risk because they are too busy to supervise teeth cleaning. The survey, which was carried out by Sonicare, found that almost a third of parents let their children off brushing their teeth twice a day because they are in a rush […]
