Posts Tagged ‘children dentistry’
Temple City dentist shows off the results of child-friendly Hello Kitty makeover
A dentist in Temple City, California, is showing off the results of a child-friendly Hello Kitty makeover. Parklane Dental has teamed with up the makers of Hello Kitty, Sanrio, to create the USA’s first Hello Kitty themed dental office. The bright, inviting clinic also boasts a host of other well-known Sanrio characters, including My Melody, […]
A million UK children reach the age of 8 without seeing a dentist
A new poll has revealed that a million children in the UK reach the age of 8 years old without seeing a dentist. The survey, which involved 2,000 families, found that 1 in 7 children haven’t seen a dentist by the age of 8 years old, despite advice from dentists recommending 6-monthly check-ups for children […]
Leading dentist calls for warning pictures on sugary products to target childhood decay
One of the UK’s most senior dentists has called for warning pictures to be put on sugary products in a bid to reduce rates of tooth decay among children. Professor Nigel Hunt, Dean of dental faculty of the Royal College of Surgeons, believes that foods, which are known to rot teeth, should carry similar warnings […]
New research shows half of children from deprived areas of Scotland go to school with decay
New research has highlighted the difference in standards of oral health between children living in affluent and deprived areas in Scotland. According to recent statistics, 68 per cent of children in Scotland have no symptoms of decay when they begin primary school; however, this falls to just over 50 per cent in deprived areas. Professor […]
Thousands Of Children Benefit From Give Kids A Smile Event
Thousands of children across America have benefited from a free event; Give Kids a Smile takes place every year, with dentists all over the country offering free dental treatment for children in need The annual event is run by the American Dental Association and offices all over the country host free dental days for local […]
Bute Dental Team Celebrated New Qualifications
Members of the dental team at a Bute dental practice are celebrating a host of new qualifications. Liz Officer, practice manager at Bute Dental Surgery, recently graduated with a Personal Development Award in dental practice management, while dental nurse, Nicola Wilson, was awarded a National Diploma in Dental Nursing, meaning she is now a fully […]
