Posts Tagged ‘Dental health’

Study highlights poor oral health as a major risk factor for malnutrition in older people

Study highlights poor oral health as a major risk factor for malnutrition in older people

A new study has highlighted poor oral health as a major risk factor for malnutrition in older people. Researchers from the University of North Carolina School of Medicine found that poor oral health and a lack of food were major risk factors in older people who suffered from malnutrition. The study focused on people who […]


Pregnant women urged to keep up to date with dental checks

Pregnant women urged to keep up to date with dental checks

You usually associate pregnancy with morning sickness, back pain and fatigue, but dentists are keen to alert expectant mothers to the increased risk of dental health issues. If you’re pregnant, hormonal changes that occur in the body can put you at risk of gum disease. Gum disease is not just a common cause of bleeding […]


Tooth decay claims over 50 million hours of classroom time per year in the US

Tooth decay claims over 50 million hours of classroom time per year in the US

Dental decay is a greater threat to the health of children in the US than obesity and asthma, it has been revealed. According to recent research, more than 50 million hours of classroom time are lost to dental issues every year. Dentists in the US are worried that children’s diets are to blame, with many […]


New survey reveals half of Jersey’s under 5’s have never been to the dentist

New survey reveals half of Jersey’s under 5’s have never been to the dentist

A new survey has revealed that around half of 5 year olds living on Jersey have never been to the dentist. A survey by the charity, Super Smiles, suggests that around 50 percent of children haven’t been to the dentist by the time they reach of 5 years old. The study also claims that 3,000 […]


British Dental Association sets out “Six Point Manifesto” for Politicians this Election

British Dental Association sets out “Six Point Manifesto” for Politicians this Election

On 8th June, residents of the UK will go to the polls to vote for who they wish to lead the country. Many issues have been the prime focus, but the British Dental Association have created a six point plan to ensure oral health is not left out of the agenda and avoid “political indifference” […]


New study links obesity with an increased risk of dental problems

New study links obesity with an increased risk of dental problems

A new study suggests that being overweight can increase your risk of dental health problems. The study, which has been published in the Oral Diseases journal, claims that people who have a BMI (body mass index) in the overweight range are more likely to suffer from periodontitis than those in the normal range. The risk […]


New initiative aims to encourage Blackpool tots to clean their teeth

New initiative aims to encourage Blackpool tots to clean their teeth

A new initiative, which aims to encourage tots in Blackpool to brush their teeth, is being rolled out across the town. The new scheme, which is part of a £12,000 oral health project, is designed to teach nursery school children to clean their teeth properly. The supervised brushing scheme is part of the Blackpool Better […]


Sugar tax to be enforced in April 2018 following parliamentary vote

Sugar tax to be enforced in April 2018 following parliamentary vote

Members of Parliament have voted in favour of enforcing a sugar tax, which will come into play in April 2018. Parliament voted in favour of the levy as part of budget plans, which were up for debate before MPs take time away to campaign for the General Election in June. New taxes will mean that […]


New study suggests that women with gum disease are 15% more likely to die early

New study suggests that women with gum disease are 15% more likely to die early

A new study has suggested that post-menopausal women who suffer from gum disease are 15 percent more likely to die early than women with good oral health. Researchers from New York’s University of Buffalo found that women who suffered from gum disease were more likely to die prematurely than those with healthy gums. They also […]


Could gum disease be an early indicator of type 2 diabetes?

Could gum disease be an early indicator of type 2 diabetes?

It is well-known that diabetes increases your risk of health problems, including gum disease, but new research has added substance to the notion that gum disease can also be an early indicator of type 2 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes is often linked to lifestyle factors, and it occurs when the body is unable to regulate […]