Posts Tagged ‘Danger’

Dentists warn of the dangers of DIY brace videos on YouTube

Dentists warn of the dangers of DIY brace videos on YouTube

Dentists have issued warnings over the safety of DIY brace videos published and shared on social media sites like YouTube. Eddie Crouch, vice chair of the British Dental Association, said that the videos can be incredibly harmful, as poorly-fitted braces can cause the teeth to fall out. Some of the DIY tutorials that have been […]


London dentist issues warning over charcoal whitening toothpastes

London dentist issues warning over charcoal whitening toothpastes

A London dentist has issued a warning over the safety of some charcoal activated whitening toothpastes after seeing patients who have suffered extensive enamel wear. In the last few years, whitening products, including charcoal toothpastes, have become incredibly popular, but Dr Rhonda Eskander has urged people to be careful about trying to brighten their smiles […]


British Dental Association raises concerns over availability of online antibiotics

British Dental Association raises concerns over availability of online antibiotics

The British Dental Association has raised concerns over the availability of online antibiotics. Following reports in the daily newspapers, the BDA has described online prescriptions for antibiotics as “indefensible.” A BDA statement claimed that it was incredibly dangerous for patients to access antibiotics online, not just because they are able to get hold of the […]