Posts Tagged ‘children’s dentistry’
Health Visitors Urge Parents To Avoid Long-term Bottle And Dummy Use To Prevent Dental Health Problems
Health visitors in Scunthorpe are urging parents to avoid giving their babies dummies and bottles on a long-term basis in a bid to reduce the number of children affected by dental problems. A team of health visitors took time to talk to parents at Parkwood Children’s Centre recently with the aim of educating parents about […]
A Decline In The Number Of English Five-Year-Olds With Tooth Decay
Over a quarter of England’s five-year-olds are suffering with tooth decay. However, a recent survey suggests a decline in figures. Public Health England carried out the analysis, which examined the findings from 133,000 dental check-ups throughout England, which covered 21% of five-year-olds. The survey suggested that 27% of five-year-olds in the country suffered with tooth […]
The Number Of Children Visiting The Dentist Consistent
7 out of 10 children saw an NHS dentist in England in a 24 month period leading up to June 2013. Studies of the figures have found that little has changed in patient numbers since 2006. During the 24 months 7.8 million children, or 69.1% of those in the population aged under 18, visited an […]
Linsdale Beavers Get A Visit From Their Local Dentist
The 1st Linsdale Beaver Colony has been brushing up on their oral hygiene habits after receiving a visit from their local dentist. Dentist, Dr Debbie Ganguli, from Cherry Trees Dental, visited the beavers as part of a community initiative run by the practice. Dr Ganguli said that it is important that children learn and adopt […]
Middle Class Mothers Can Have ‘Ribena Babies’ Too
5-year-old, Stan Donnelly, recently had his rotted milk tooth removed even though his mother claims to have taken good care of his teeth. Claire Donnelly of Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire, stated that she thought providing her child with a low-sugar diet and adequate brushing would ensure her son to have healthy teeth. When digging a […]
Half Of British Children Have Tooth Decay
Research carried out by the Department of Health has revealed that 50% of children in the UK have tooth decay. According to the study, half of children under the age of 17 years old are classified as ‘red’ or ‘amber’ in the traffic lights scheme, which is currently being trialled as part of a dental […]
Alabama to Host Free Dental Care for Children
Birmingham, Alabama, is planning to provide free dental care for children without dental insurance or for those currently on the Medicaid scheme. Alabama Industries for the Deaf and Blind are providing the free care for the locals between the ages of 1 to 20, this Monday morning. They’re hoping to treat as many patients as […]
Dentist Finds a Way to Help Teen’s Struggle
Albany local, Sherry Branch, has stated that she has struggled to find a suitable and understanding dentist for her 4-year-old Down syndrome daughter. Sherry said that she visited her local professional who had to strap her daughter down in order for her to receive dental treatment. This resulted in the young girl arriving home feeling […]
Loma Linda Kids To Benefit From Free Dental Care
Children in Loma Linda will now benefit from free dental care after the Loma Linda University School of Dentistry received a grant from the First 5 Riverside County Children & Families Commission. The grant will allow the university to expand dental care for children in the local area. Herbert Atienza, a spokesman for Loma Linda […]
More Children Undergoing Cosmetic Dentistry Procedures
The number of children undergoing cosmetic dentistry procedures like dental veneers and teeth whitening is increasing. The range of procedures reportedly being asked of paediatric dentists include false teeth to replace broken or missing teeth and other procedures for improving children’s smile aesthetics. Dr. Warren A. Brill, President of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, […]
