Posts Tagged ‘British Dental Association’
Sugar Tax Could Save the NHS up to £300 Million, Researchers Claim
Researchers claim that a sugar tax imposed on fizzy drinks could save the NHS up to £300 million. Research teams from the University of Liverpool believe that a 20 per litre sugar tax, which would equate to 12p per can of cola, would cut NHS bills by £300 million. The team estimates that the tax […]
Water Fluoridation Debate Hotting Up in Hull
Discussions focused on the possibility of adding fluoride to the water supplies in Hull are in full flow. Plans to add fluoride to the city’s water system are being supported by MP and former Health Secretary Alan Johnson and the chair of the council’s health and wellbeing board, Councillor Colin Inglis. However, not everyone is […]
Could Your Toothpaste be Harbouring Dangerous Chemicals?
A leading UK dentist has warned consumers about the dangers of using certain types of toothpaste. Dr Tony Talbot, a member of the Royal College of Surgeons and an expert in restorative dental treatment, warned that many commercial toothpastes contain ingredients that may have harmful effects for health. Dr Talbot believes that manufacturers often base formulas based […]
Glasgow Dentists Bring Smiles to Children in Palestine
A group of dentists from Glasgow brought smiles to children’s faces in Palestine as part of a charity programme run by the Dental Aid Network. The group of dentists has just returned from the West Bank, where they treated around 200 children, including 30 orphans. The dentists, Tariq Bashir, Asid Khan, Khuram Shafiq and Ferhan […]
Scientists Develop New Chilled Mask to Tackle Tooth Pain
Scientists have developed a new way of tackling dental pain. The Hilotherm mask, which is designed to combat toothache and reduce pain and swelling following an extraction procedure, is currently being trialled at King’s College Hospital NHS Trust in London. As part of the trial, patients who have had wisdom teeth extracted will wear the […]
Tooth Decay Affects More Than 10% Of 3 Year Olds, Survey Confirms
A new survey has confirmed that more than 10 per cent of England’s 3 year olds have tooth decay. Research carried out by Public Health England revealed that 12 per cent of 3 year olds had signs of dental decay. The survey involved around 54,000 children at nurseries, playgroups and community children’s centres around the […]
Hard Work Pays Off For Nuneaton Hospital Dental Team
Members of staff from the George Eliot Special Care Dental Service are all smiles after their hard work and dedication was recognised by the British Dental Association. The service has recently been awarded accreditation for the Quality in Dental Services scheme, which is run by the BDA in conjunction with the Community Services Dental Group […]
Colgate Joins Forces With The British Dental Association To launch Oral Health Month
Colgate is teaming up with the British Dental Association to launch a national campaign to encourage people to take good care of their teeth and gums. Oral Health Month will run throughout September, with practices all over the UK taking part and raising awareness of oral health issues. Colgate will be also be building on […]
Over A Hundred Dental Graduates Struggling To Find Training Places
More than a hundred final year students and dental graduates have not been given a training place, it has been revealed. A total of 107 students and graduates are currently without a training place and the British Dental Association has issued a call for places to be found for those who are set to miss […]
The British Dental Association Wants An Investigation Into The GDC
The British Dental Association wants the health secretary, Jeremy Hunt, to begin an investigation regarding the incompetence of the General Dental Council. A proposed 64% increase in the ARF (annual retention fee) has led to dismay from the dental community along with the PSA (profession standards authority) giving the GDA a poor appraisal for its […]
