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Inquiry over dental prioritisation claims

Inquiry over dental prioritisation claims

Health boss to face inquiry over favouring dental practice allegations. Helen Hirst, director of primary care for Bradford and Airedale, has been accused of prioritising a new dental clinic in Ilkley over patients from poor areas. John Watmough, a Bradford councillor (Cllr), has said he will question Ms Hirst at a area health meeting today, […]


Dentist to become a celeb

Dentist to become a celeb

The director of a Leeds dental clinic will be appearing as a celebrity dentist on Big Slim: The Chawner Challenge. Dr Dominic O’Hooley is to be featured on Lorraine Kelly’s new mini-series, which follows reality show reject Emma Chawner and the rest of her family as they try to change their lives. Chawner first appeared […]


Britain want Cheryl’s teeth

Britain want Cheryl’s teeth

Reports are suggesting that Cheryl Cole has the most wanted smile in the UK. According to Daily Express, the X Factor judge is an inspiration to thousands of Brits embarking on cosmetic dentistry. Cheryl, 26, has the most sort-after smile say many cosmetic dentists, whose trade has increased as many people are now seeking a […]


Why should you buy an electric toothbrush?

Why should you buy an electric toothbrush?

We all to feel like we have a fresh clean mouth after we have brushed our teeth, but how clean are your teeth? Some scientists believe that electric toothbrushes are far better at cleaning your teeth than normal toothbrushes are. That’s why dentists use them.  Check out the six reasons below to find out why […]


Dental surgery opened in secret

Dental surgery opened in secret

NHS Hampshire has set up a new dental surgery but is keeping its location a secret. The surgery, which opens today, is being set up to ease the shortage of NHS dentists in the area but health bosses fear masses of patients will appear if its location is announced.  The Lymington-based clinic will be taking […]


Keeping your teeth clean when you′re a student

Keeping your teeth clean when you′re a student

When you have a mouth full of piercings and you survive on energy drinks and takeaways you need to take special care of your teeth. If you are concerned that you might not be looking after yourself as well as you could be now you have left home browse through these student dental tips. Some […]


Bad habits can harm your teeth

Bad habits can harm your teeth

Scientists are suggesting that some habits can seriously damage your oral health. If you want know what you are really doing to your teeth have a look at these tips. Try not to brush your teeth directly after consuming something acidic. When you eat or drink something acidic your teeth enamel is softened. However, acids […]


Dentists on mission of mercy

Dentists on mission of mercy

Two local dentists headed teams which provided free dental care to thousands of people. Dr Gary Van Hofwegen and Dr Josh Munter joined 1,200 professional dental volunteers to take part in the second Iowa Mission of Mercy. The two-day program, which takes place annually and is the brainchild of the Iowa Dental Association, provided free […]


Actress battles oral cancer cause

Actress battles oral cancer cause

Actress Colleen Zenk Pinter is attempting to raise awareness of oral cancer nationwide. Pinter, who played Barbara Ryan in ‘As the World Turns’ for 31 years, is campaigning to increase awareness of the disease which she was diagnosed with in 2007. The actress has been so keen to raise the profile of the Oral Cancer […]


Grimsby residents get increased access to dental care

Grimsby residents get increased access to dental care

A new primary care centre will open in Grimsby on Monday 2 November 2009. The £5.2million Cromwell Primary Care Centre will house a community dental clinic, four GP practices, a breast cancer screening service and a surgery suit. Situated on Cromwell Road, the centre has 114 rooms and will provide care to around 10,000 local […]