Posts Tagged ‘British Dental Health Foundation’

Fad diets could harm oral health

Fad diets could harm oral health

The sponsors of National Smile Month, Oral B, have carried out a survey in conjunction with the British Dental Health Foundation, which has revealed some shocking facts about our oral hygiene and dietary habits. The survey revealed that a third of UK adults do not spend the required amount of time brushing their teeth each […]


Many people failing to brush their teeth properly

Many people failing to brush their teeth properly

Research has revealed that one in three British adults do not spend enough time brushing their teeth. The research, which was carried out by the British Dental Health Foundation, found that a third of UK adults do not spend the required two minutes, twice a day, brushing their teeth. Of the one thousand people that […]


Hygienists target shoppers in a bid to improve dental health

Hygienists target shoppers in a bid to improve dental health

Dental hygienists working for NHS Tayside visited a shopping centre yesterday to hand out toothbrushing kits to parents and children. The event, which took place at the Wellgate Centre in Dundee, was held to celebrate the Teeth 4 Life campaign, which is the theme of this year’s National Smile Month. The initiative is being run […]


Dental expert concerned over lack of information for the visually impaired

Dental expert concerned over lack of information for the visually impaired

Dr Nigel Carter, a leading expert in the field of dentistry, has voiced his concerns over the lack of information on dental care for those with visual impairment. Dr Carter, Chief Executive of the British Dental Health Foundation, made the remarks following the publication of a report, which confirmed that visually impaired people felt that […]


Voters could be swayed by candidate’s smiles

Voters could be swayed by candidate’s smiles

A survey conducted by the British Dental Health Foundation has revealed that around 70 percent of people believe that a smile signifies success. The survey was carried out in conjunction with National Smile Month, which runs from the 16th May to the 16th June. More than half of us judge a person by their smile, […]


British Dental Health Foundation calls for stricter measures to control children’s diets

British Dental Health Foundation calls for stricter measures to control children’s diets

The British Dental Health Foundation has called for stricter measures to help control children’s eating habits and prevent childhood illnesses such as tooth decay, gum disease and child obesity. Recently, a research study has revealed shocking statistics relating to children’s eating habits and oral hygiene routines, with many parents failing to control their children’s diets […]


Gum disease causes early births

Gum disease causes early births

New research has suggested that treatment gum disease while pregnant can prevent the risk of premature births. The study revealed that pregnant women who had untreated gum disease were at three times the risk of giving birth prior to 35 weeks. The research, which was conducted by the University of Pennsylvania, discovered that gum disease […]


Acid gel to replace dentist drill

Acid gel to replace dentist drill

Scientists have suggested that a new acid gel could soon be replacing the need for dentist drills. They have claimed that the gel’s corrosive properties are able to remove rotting areas of teeth without removing healthy parts. Traditional dentist drills also destroy healthy sections of teeth so this new gel, which is applied using a […]


Blackpool pair displaying bright smiles once again

Blackpool pair displaying bright smiles once again

A Blackpool couple have expressed their satisfaction and delight with a dental holiday to Hungary. The pair told the Blackpool Gazette that the trip to Hungary has transformed their smiles and made them confident once again. Michelle Erwin’s back teeth were broken and an 18-year-old dental bridge needed replacing, meaning she covered her mouth with […]