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Dentists encourage patients to stay away from poor quality at-home braces
Dentists are encouraging members of the public to stay away from cheap, poor quality at-home braces amid fears they can cause permanent damage to the teeth. The General Dental Council (GDC) suggested that while companies that offer at-home braces provide a cheaper solution for patients, there are risks involved in having treatment that doesn’t involve […]
10% of adults are more self-conscious about their smile after the pandemic
A new survey suggests that 10% of adults are more self-conscious about their smile after the pandemic. Research undertaken by the Oral Health Foundation indicates that 1 in 10 adults feel more self-conscious about their smile now compared to before the pandemic. Almost 60% of those surveyed said they had become more conscious of the […]
Calderdale councillors set to discuss water fluoridation plans
Councillors in Calderdale are set to discuss the possibility of adding fluoride to water supplies to boost dental health. The subject was approached at a meeting of the council’s health and wellbeing board two years ago but at the time, opinion was largely against plans to consider water fluoridation. At the spring meeting of the […]
Portishead dentist gears up for gruelling challenges to raise money for local charity
An ambitious dentist from Portishead is gearing up to face two gruelling changes to raise money for a local charity. Simon Robertson, from The Dental Clinic, will take on a Tough Mudder obstacle course and cycle more than 300 miles as he bids to raise more than £5,000 for a local counselling service. Simon is […]
New survey suggests that over 75% of dentists feel anxious or stressed
A new survey has revealed that over 75% of dentists feel anxious or stressed on a weekly basis. According to the Dental Defence Union (DDU), 78% of members admitted to feeling stressed or anxious every week. In addition, 53% of participants said they wouldn’t feel comfortable raising issues related to health and wellbeing. Almost 90% […]
Shetland dental director outlines plans to tackle backlogs
NHS Shetland’s dental director, Antony Visocchi, has written to patients on the island outlining plans to tackle backlogs. Mr Visocchi said that he was writing to NHS dental patients to provide an update on the reopening of dental services and to inform patients about what is being done to reduce backlogs. Services across the UK […]
UK tops the list for new sugar-free product launches
The UK has topped the list for new sugar-free product launches, according to new data from Mintel. Researchers discovered that there have been more new sugar-free products launched in the UK than any other European country. In the UK, 15% of new products are sugar-free compared to 13% in Germany, 10% in France and 9% […]
Dentists share safe whitening tips as demand for treatment surges
Dentists have offered safe whitening tips amid a surge in demand for cosmetic tooth whitening treatment. Dental associations, including the British Dental Association (BDA), have previously issued warnings over DIY whitening products and trends that have appeared on platforms like TikTok. Now, dentists are encouraging members of the public to utilise safe measures to whiten […]
Leeds dentist creates new jobs after acquiring second practice
An ambitious dentist from Leeds is creating new jobs after acquiring his second dental practice. James Cooper, owner of Briggate Dental, has successfully completed the purchase of Langdale Dental in Headingley after securing funding from Unity Trust Bank. James has plans to expand the business to provide a wider and more diverse range of treatments […]
Dental experts share tips for parents ahead of National Smile Month
Dental experts have shared helpful tips for parents to reduce the risk of decay and other oral diseases ahead of this year’s National Smile Month campaign. The annual campaign, which is run by the Oral Health Foundation, aims to raise awareness of the importance of taking care of the teeth and gums to promote good […]
