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Study links tongue piercings to dental problems
A new study carried out by the University of Buffalo in New York has suggested that tongue piercing can be a major cause of unnecessary orthodontic issues. The report claims that those with tongue piercings tend to push the metal stud against their teeth and thus cause gaps and other issues to appear. The primary […]
Energy drinks to blame for teen tooth erosion epidemic
The Australian Dental Association has revealed that recent research has confirmed an epidemic of tooth erosion amongst teenagers. The research, which involves teenagers from schools across Australia, found that 68 percent of students had signs and symptoms of tooth decay in at least one tooth. Dentists say that fizzy drinks and energy drinks are to […]
Thousands flock to free dental clinic in Virginia
A free outdoor dental clinic in rural Virginia has attracted thousands of patients. Over the course of the weekend, tents were erected and filled with dental equipment, while patients queued to be seen by volunteer staff. The clinic was held in the rural Appalachian area, where access to dental services is very poor. Over the […]
New NHS dental surgery opens in Gloucestershire
A new dental surgery has opened its doors to patients in Gloucestershire. The Archway Dental Practice in Stroud opened yesterday and patients queued to register at the new surgery. Yesterday, around 600 new patients joined the practice register and a further 7,200 places are now available for patients in the local area. Steve Clarke, senior […]
Police investigate bogus dentists in Ontario
Police are investigating bogus dentists in Ontario following a report in The Star newspaper. Reporters from the newspaper gathered information about individuals posing as qualified dentists in the area; the bogus dentists are apparently running dental surgeries from basements and bedrooms in the area. The dentists offer a range of treatments, including extractions, fillings and […]
Free Dental checks in Scotland to be scraped?
The First Minister, Alex Salmond, is considering scraping free dental and eye checks in Scotland according to sources close to him. The changes come as Salmond launches a list of policies, named the ‘three sacred cows’, which aim combat the cuts in public spending to come. The policies include providing free healthcare for the elderly, […]
Myleene and Kelly can’t hide their dental work
Television presenter Myleene Klass couldn’t help but show off her new braces in London whilst presenting daytime show ‘This Morning’ last week. The lingual braces, which are fitted behind the teeth, could clearly be seen, as Miss Klass tasted food during a segment of the show. Although the braces are supposed to be ‘invisible’ to […]
Four veterans test positive for Hepatitis
The Veteran’s Association confirmed that four veterans have tested positive for Hepatitis; two cases of Hepatitis C and two cases of Hepatitis B have been recorded. The tests were conducted following the discovery of poor sterilisation procedures at the John Cochran Veteran’s Association Hospital in St Louis; more than 1,800 veterans were contacted and invited […]
Police investigate sexual harassment charges against dental professor
Police are gathering evidence after it was alleged that a dental professor was sexually harassing his students. Police are now questioning the victims and collecting statements at the Jamnagar Dental College in Ahmedabad, India. Over the weekend, officers visited the girl’s hostel to interview students and compile written statements. The incident was reported on Thursday […]
Budget cuts in Ireland cost patients more than 12 million pounds
Cuts in the dental budget have cost patients more than 12 million pounds worth of dental care so far this year, it has been revealed. The figures, which have been obtained by the Irish Independent, show that government spending on dental care has fallen significantly to 17.8 million Euros this year; this means the Irish […]
