Posts Tagged ‘Dental check ups’
You’re More Likely to Skip Check-Ups If You’re Single, Study Shows
New research has suggested that you’re more likely to skip dental check-ups if you’re single. Researchers at the University of Queensland also discovered that singletons were more likely to have poorer standards of oral health than those in a relationship. Grace Branjerdporn, from the research team, explained that the study highlighted a correlation between our […]
Could Avoiding the Dentist Give You Wrinkles?
Most people are aware that going to the dentist can reduce your risk of developing gum disease and decay. But did you know that regular check-ups could also delay the ageing process. In an interview with a woman’s magazine, dermatologist Debbie Palmer suggested that going to the dentist on a regular basis can help to […]
Almost Half Of Welsh Residents Fail To Visit A Dentist Regularly
Almost half of the Welsh population failed to visit an NHS dentist in the two year period leading up to April this year, statistics have revealed. Figures published by the Welsh Government showed that only 54.7 per cent of the population saw a dentist over the course of the 24 month period, despite the fact […]
Burnley Schoolchildren All Smiles After Visit From Local Dentists
Primary school children in Burnley were all smiles after spending the afternoon with the dental team from Ravat and Ray Dental Care. Members of staff from the practice visited children to talk to them about oral health as part of National Smile Month. Practice manager, Sharon Fletcher, got into the spirit of things and dressed […]
Dental Visits At An All-Time High In Bradford City Centre
The number of people seeing a dentist in Bradford city centre has reached an all-time high, according to recent figures. The latest figures from the NHS show that 90 per cent of people living in the centre of Bradford made a dental appointment in the last two years, representing one of the highest percentages in […]
Oral Cancer Sufferer Encourages Regular Appointments After Life Saving Check-Up
A man from Birmingham is encouraging everyone to attend routine dental appointments after he was diagnosed with mouth cancer following a trip to the dentist. 48 year old David Brookes owes his life to his dentist after he made an appointment last year; he had been suffering from pain as a result of his teeth […]
Employers Allowing More Time Off For Dental Appointments
Employers are allowing employees more time off for dental appointments, according to a recent survey, which was carried out by Simplyhealth. The Simplyhealth survey revealed that employers are becoming more flexible when it comes to allowing employees time off to attend dental appointments. In 2012, 9 per cent of people said that they were unable […]
Manchester Dental Practice Promotes Regular Check-ups
A dental practice in Manchester is promoting regular dental check-ups in a bid to improve standards of oral health. The dental team of 32 Whites is encouraging the public to attend regular check-ups every 6 months to prevent oral diseases and keep their teeth and gums healthy. The clinic offers a full range of dental […]
Half of Welsh Dental Patients have not had a Check-Up for 2 Years
It has recently been revealed that almost half of Welsh dental patients have not visited a dentist over the course of the last 24 months. New figures released by the Welsh Government revealed that only 55.7 percent of people visited their dentist over the last two years. Studies implied that nearly half have not had […]
Manchester Dentists Treat Alcohol Report with Caution
A report suggesting that dentists should discuss alcohol consumption with patients had been greeted with caution by dentists in Manchester. The report, which was compiled by researchers at Cardiff University, suggests that dentists are in prime position to discuss alcohol abuse with patients and quiz patients about the amount of alcohol they drink because patients […]
