Posts Tagged ‘University of Bristol’

Study suggests mouthwash could help to reduce Covid-19 transmission

Study suggests mouthwash could help to reduce Covid-19 transmission

A new study suggests that using mouthwash could help to reduce Covid-19 transmission. Researchers at Cardiff University found that mouthwash could potentially lower the risk of transmission, as well as playing a part in destroying the outer layer of the virus, known as ‘the envelope.’ Covid-19 is one of a number of enveloped viruses, which […]


Dental professor encourages teeth cleaning before leaving the house to reduce Coronavirus spread

Dental professor encourages teeth cleaning before leaving the house to reduce Coronavirus spread

A dental professor is encouraging the public to brush their teeth before leaving the house to try and reduce the risk of contracting Coronavirus. Professor Martin Addy, from the University of Bristol, said that using toothpaste can help to lower the chances of both catching and spreading the virus.  In a letter published in The […]


Researchers link dental decay and gum disease risk to genetic factors

Researchers link dental decay and gum disease risk to genetic factors

A new research study, which has been conducted by an international team of scientists, including those based at the University of Bristol, has discovered that genetics may play a role in determining gum disease and dental decay risk. It is well-documented that two people who have similar diets and oral hygiene regimes can end up […]


Bristol dental students offer free treatment for those without a dentist

Bristol dental students offer free treatment for those without a dentist

Students from the School of Oral and Dental Sciences at the University of Bristol are offering free dental treatment for members of the public who are not currently registered with a dentist. Students, who undertake treatment under the supervision of qualified dentists, are offering services including crowns, bridges, fillings and scale and polish treatments free […]