Posts Tagged ‘Oral Health’
Vegetarians Have Better Oral Health Than Meat-Eaters, Study Claims
A study conducted by German researchers has indicated that vegetarians have better oral health than meat-eaters. According to the study, which was carried out at the Department of Conservative Dentistry, Periodontology and Preventive Dentistry at the Hannover Medical School, vegetarians tend to have healthier gums than meat-eaters. Furthermore, they also have a lower risk of […]
A Dentist Discovers New Way To Save Lives
A US dentist has discovered that 90% of systemic conditions are related to the overall condition of the mouth. Dr Peter Thompson and his team have acknowledged that there is an enormous link between oral health and the overall health and wellbeing of a patient. He states that many often forget that the mouth is […]
Australian Patients Facing A Lengthy Wait For Dental Treatment After Closure Of CDDS Scheme
Patients in Australia are facing lengthy waiting times for dental treatment following the closure of the Chronic Disease Dental Scheme. According to a parliamentary inquiry, some patients are facing waits of up to five years for treatment after the CDDS was shut down. The inquiry also revealed that a young disabled patient who was previously […]
Dudley Dental Practice Joins New Government Pilot Scheme
A dental practice in Dudley has joined a national pilot scheme, which has been created to try and find ways of improving standards of oral health among adults and children. The overall aim is to make the dental care system more effective and efficient. Purity dental practice, which is based in Dixon’s Green Road, has […]
Survey Reveals Brits Unaware Of Full Impact Of Oral Health
A survey has revealed that most Brits are unaware of the full impact of poor oral health. The survey, which was conducted by Simplyhealth, showed that 7 out of 10 people are aware of the link between poor oral health and an increased risk of oral cancer and cardiovascular disease, but a much lower proportion […]
Study Reveals Using Mouthwash Is The Key To Good Oral Health
A study has revealed that using mouthwash in addition brushing is the key to good oral health. Researchers found that using mouthwash in addition to brushing was the most effective means of removing plaque from the mouth. The research team stressed that rinsing with mouthwash should not replace brushing and that it was most effective […]
Canadian Paediatricians Raise Concerns Over Access To Dental Care
Paediatricians in Canada have raised concerns over access to dental care. The Canadian Paediatric Society released a report today (Friday) calling for improvements in access to children’s dental services and stating that decay in early childhood can contribute to behavioural problems, delayed growth and development, problems at school and loss of sleep. Children with rotten […]
Is Improved Dental Health Your New Year’s Resolution?
With the arrival of a New Year comes the time for many people to look in the mirror and decide what they want to change about their lives. For the majority of people, this will be related to losing weight or getting fitter, giving up smoking, or even learning a new skill. But have you […]
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 […]
Oasis Dental Care hosts dental awareness day
Oasis Dental Care, Hucknall, hosted a dental awareness day to encourage people to visit their dentist and convince both adults and children that going to the dentist is not a scary experience. The practice, located on Portland Road, opened its doors to allow people to have a look around the surgery and get involved in […]
