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Kirsten Dunst Undergoes Dental Work?
Kirsten Dunst, the Spiderman co-star, appears to have had a smile makeover. Ms. Dunst had previously said that she likes her crooked teeth, and that they gave her character. She did not want to have her teeth filed down. But it appears that Ms. Dunst has changed her mind. Recent photographs of the actress show […]
Be Orally Healthy by Controlling Diabetes
The bad news: Unexpected complications come with being diabetic. And for those more than 20 million Americans suffering from the condition, most of them are still surprised when they are told that they have an increased risk of suffering other health disorders such as heart and kidney diseases. Worse, people with uncontrolled diabetes have […]
Meth Mouth: Symptom of the Drug Abuse Says CDHA
The California Dental Hygienists’ Association or CDHA urged the public to increase their awareness of decaying teeth. This could be a sign that your loved one or a family member is addicted to methamphetamine and is abusing its use. Noel Kelsch, registered dental hygienist and president of CDHA, said that the dental profession has […]
Dentistry in Derbyshire
At a meeting to find out why the Derbyshire County Primary Care Trust (PCT) at the multi-million pound centre, is not being used to its fullest potential. Visitors reported empty treatment rooms as well as a lack of dental services in the region. During the meeting, councillors will ask questions, and receive responses to, pre-submitted […]
Dentists should play a bigger role in helping patients to quit tobacco
Dentists should be able to play a bigger role in smoking cessation of their patients, according to the BDA. As part of their routine examinations, dentists look for cancer in the mouth. Dr. Clarke, of the BDA, is a proponent of a NHS contract change that pays NHS dentists for prevention of smoking and […]
Do your homework before going abroad for dental work
Individuals travelling abroad for dental treatment should make sure that they do their homework prior to their trip. Patients need to make sure to check the portfolio of the dentist they are going to use, says the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (BACD). Finding a good dentist is more important than the fees charged for […]
Conscious Sedation in Dentistry
So you hate to go to the dentist! Who doesn’t? A large portion of the population is frightened about going to the dentist. There is a solution, and dentists and patients agree that conscious sedation can help. Dentists can use several different medications to achieve this effect, and these medications can be administered orally or […]
What do People Living with HIV think about the Dental Services offered by the NHS: Survey?
In Manchester, the NHS dental services realize that individuals who have HIV experience diverse access and treatment by NHS Manchester dentists. NHS wants all dental Manchester dental patients to be treated the same, and are collaborating with a Trust (George House) and additional volunteer groups in order to gather the experiences HIV dental patients seeking […]
Ban on Unhealthy Snacks in Wales
Beginning on November 1st, 2008, the Welsh Assembly Government said it will not allow the sale of sweets, carbonated beverages, crisps and chocolates in the vending machines. Also, hospital foods must comply with new guidelines beginning on January, 2009. The removal of all unhealthy drinks and snacks in schools and hospitals were called on by […]
Nottingham dental health Lags Behind Rest of U.K.
The dental health of Nottingham children is lapsing behind by thirty five years compared to other parts of the country. On the average, 5 year old children have three more missing, filled, or damaged teeth than the rest of the country; the second most awful. Also, Nottingham’s poorest schools have children attending with six bad […]
