Posts Tagged ‘missing tooth’
Wales lagging behind in oral health
The 2009 adult oral health survey has found that Wales is not on par with other parts of the UK when it comes to oral health. The survey found that 1 in 10 people in Wales do not have any natural teeth and rates of decay were higher in Wales than England and Northern Ireland; in England, […]
Dental implants increasingly popular at Kissdental
Dentists at Kissdental, Manchester, have revealed that an increasing number of patients are choosing to have dental implants. Dental implants are a relatively new treatment, which have revolutionised modern dentistry. In the past, patients faced a choice between dental bridges and dentures when they lost teeth; however, now dental implants are becoming a much more […]
Bangalore dentists encourage parents to look after their children’s teeth
Dentists working in Bangalore have appealed to parents to take care of their children’s teeth. Dentists are worried about standards of oral health amongst the city’s children, as a large proportion of children have untreated dental decay and gum problems. Despite numerous warnings and campaigns, dentists feel that the message is not getting through to […]
Carlisle dental patient left with chronic pain
A dental patient from Carlisle has been left with persistent facial pain following a procedure to fit a dental bridge. Andrew Plant, from Scotland Road, Stanwix, has been suffering from chronic facial pain since he had the bridge fitted three years ago. He now gets through the day by taking strong painkillers, which ease the […]
Researchers reveal new tissue regeneration technique
A team of researchers has revealed a study, which may have found the answer to replacing lost adult teeth. Many people lose teeth, either as a result of severe decay or following an accident or injury. Although there are options available to replace lost teeth, there is nothing like having an original set of teeth […]
Experts urge people to floss for their lives
Dental experts are urging people to look after their teeth and gums as studies prove the link between poor oral health and a number of harmful health conditions. A recent study conducted by a team from the University of Kentucky have recently established a positive correlation between having poor memory and having a small number […]
Toothless youngster wins writing prize
A seven-year-old school pupil has won a UK literature prize for his story about a missing tooth. Adam Bhatti, who is a student at Whiteheath Junior School in Ruislip, Middlesex, won the title Explore Learning National Young Writer of the Year for his story ‘The Missing Tooth Fairy’. Bhatti’s story was chosen above 10,000 other […]
Toothless ice hockey payer enjoyed US match-up
A toothless Finnish ice hockey player enjoyed his final Olympics. Teemu Selanne, who lost two teeth when Finland beat the USA 4-3 in the winter Olympics in 2006, played in his last Olympics in 2010. He and his team narrowly missed out on a spot in this tournament’s final after they were beaten by America […]
