Posts Tagged ‘world oral health day’
New survey suggests UK parents are more proactive when promoting good oral health for children
A new survey suggests that parents in the UK are better at promoting good oral health measures for their children than their counterparts in other countries. A poll commissioned to celebrate World Oral Health Day revealed that UK parents are more likely to restrict their child’s daily intake of sugar and take their child for […]
North Shields dentist calls for improved food labelling to tackle high rates of tooth decay
A dentist from North Shields is calling for improved food labelling to tackle high rates of tooth decay. Dentist Ewan Bramley, from Ewan Bramley Dental Care, has appealed to food manufacturers to make labels clearer to enable people to buy healthier foods. Describing the current system as a “load of rubbish,” Mr Bramley said that […]
Macmillan shares new Facebook post to raise awareness of mouth cancer on World Oral Health Day
Macmillan Cancer Support has shared a new Facebook post to raise awareness of mouth cancer on World Oral Health Day. Despite the fact that oral cancer kills more people in the UK than cervical and testicular cancer combined, public awareness of mouth cancer is low. Only a third of people surveyed by the Oral Health […]
International Dental Federation shares dental tips to celebrate World Oral Health Day
The International Dental Federation has shared some useful dental tips to celebrate World Oral Health Day. World Oral Health Day is an international, annual event, which takes place on the 20th March. The aim is to raise awareness of the importance of good oral health and to encourage people to take good care of their […]
New Survey Reveals the Nation’s Grotty Oral Hygiene Habits
A new survey has revealed that Brits’ oral hygiene habits leave a lot to be desired. New research carried out by TePe for World Oral Health Day, which is celebrated today, the 20th March, shows that a quarter of Brits go longer than 24 hours without brushing their teeth. Researchers surveyed 2,000 British adults with […]
Brooklands Dental Practice Helps Local Children to Battle Decay
The dental team from a practice in Brooklands is helping local children and their parents to battle tooth decay. Maple Road Dental Practice established a preventative dentistry unit to educate children and parents about effective ways to keep decay at bay after a House of Commons report, which was released in 2012, showed significant levels […]
Blackpool Kids Have Plenty To Smile About After Educational Session With Local Dentist
Schoolchildren in Blackpool had plenty to smile about after they were treated to a fun and educational session for World Oral Health Day. Dr Zuber Bagasi, from Synergy Dental Clinic, visited Revoe Primary School to talk to kids about teeth cleaning, the dangers of sugary foods and drinks and healthy lifestyle habits. Dr Bagasi spoke […]
Australian Dental Association Promotes Check-Ups Ahead Of World Oral Health Day
The Australian Dental Association is promoting regular dental check-ups ahead of World Oral Health Day. Dental decay is the most common chronic condition in Australia and according to the ADA, dental admissions head the list of avoidable hospital cases. The association also revealed that dental health problems are the second most expensive health issue after […]
EU Figures Reveal Ireland Trailing Behind In Oral Hygiene Stakes
A survey on European oral health has revealed that the Irish lag behind their European counterparts when it comes to oral hygiene. The study, which was compiled by GlaxoSmith Kline and Wrigley’s for World Oral Health Day, revealed that Irish people brush their teeth less frequently then residents of other European countries. According to the […]
Indian Dentists Keen To Promote World Oral Health Day
Dentists in India are hoping that World Oral Health Day will encourage more people to look after their teeth and gums and attend regular dental check-ups. A recent survey carried out by the Indian Market Research Bureau indicated that only 47 per cent of people see their dentist for dental treatment, with other patients choosing […]
