Posts Tagged ‘poor oral hygiene’
Dental Care Must Get Better in Fiji
A leading dental expert has said that dental care must improve in Fiji. Dr Joan Lal, chief dental officer at the Colonial War Memorial Hospital, said that standards of oral health were very poor and improvements in dental care must be made. Dr Lal stated that around 88 percent of children starting school this year […]
Studies link gum disease to a range of health conditions
Most people are aware that poor oral hygiene contributes to conditions such as gum disease and tooth decay; however, a growing number of studies are confirming the importance of good oral health by suggesting a link between gum disease and serious health conditions. Recent studies have linked gum disease and poor oral hygiene to a […]
Survey shows Scots have the Worst Oral Hygiene
A survey conducted by the British Dental Health Foundation has revealed that people in Scotland have the worst oral hygiene habits in the UK. According to the survey, one in five Scots do not brush their teeth in the morning, with 20 percent of participants in Scotland also admitting to going without brushing their teeth […]
