Two dentist ran the Flora London Maratahon to raise money for treatments.

Two dentists recently ran the Flora London Marathon in a bid to raise money for emergency dentistry procedures for people in Tanzania.

Dr Katherine Opie-Smith and Dr Chris Waith ran in the 30th annual marathon on April 25th in order to raise money to help people who would otherwise be unable to receive treatments like bridges, dental implants and dentures.

Both have previously worked in Tanzania as part of Bridge2Aid’s Dental Volunteer Programme.

Dr Waith said: “All in all, it left me extremely tired and emotional but the thought of my gorgeous family Michelle and baby Dylan, who have supported me throughout, as well as those amazing people I met in Tanzania last year kept me going until the end.’

Elsewhere, Brits taking part in sports were recently advised they should invest in a mouth guard to help protect their teeth.

Dr John Roberson, a board-certified oral surgeon who practices oral and maxillofacial surgery in Hattiesburg, said that fractured teeth and other oral health problems can be avoided in this way.

Tennis elbow can be tackled with Botox.

Iranian doctors are injecting Botox into people suffering from tennis elbow.

According to Med India, doctors in Tehran have started using Botox injections to help relieve the suffering of those with tennis elbow as the condition can put a person in significant pain.

However, the paralysing qualities of Botox injections has been harnessed in these treatments to reduce inflammation and numb the affected nerve endings.

“We found that pain at rest and pain during maximum pinch were significantly reduced in patients with lateral epicondylitis [tennis elbow] after botulinum toxin was injected at the site,” commented Dr Mortazavi of Imam Khomeini Hospital.

The only drawback of the treatment is that can cause a decline in maximum strength in the affected area, but once the problem is healed the injections would no longer be needed and a person could go back to playing their game normally.

Elsewhere, the Muhammad Ali Parkinson Centre at Barrow Neurological Institute in Phoenix has begun offering Botox injections to sufferers of Parkinson’s disease, as it has been found to help alleviate muscle rigidity and tremors.

Mouth guards have been advised to help people avoid tooth injuries while playing sports.

People who take part in sports have been advised that fractured teeth and other oral health problems can be avoided.

The Hattiesburg American reported that Dr John Roberson, a board-certified oral surgeon who practices oral and maxillofacial surgery in Hattiesburg, has claimed wearing a mouth guard is the best way to avoid broken and lost teeth.

He argued that: “Mouth guards should be worn at all times during competition; in practice as well as in games.”

Elsewhere, individuals were recently advised that they could boost their oral health by ensuring they keep themselves well hydrated – something that those who take part in physical exercise will no doubt be aware of.

The Record reported that drinking lots of water not only helps people avoid dry mouth, but it also acts to wash away debris from food.

A rise in drug treatments has led to more emergency dentistry treatments.

An increasing reliance on pharmaceuticals to treat a range of conditions – such as hypertension, high cholesterol and depression – has led to an increase in emergency dentistry procedures in the UK.

According to Lakeside Dental, this new reliance on drug treatments has had a serious side-effect of more people needing emergency dentistry work due to cavities.

The surgery claimed that this is known as xerostomia and is brought about through the treatments killing protective bacteria in the mouth, thereby leading to an increased risk of cavities forming in previously healthy teeth.

Elsewhere, the Vancouver Sun recently reported that US dentist Dr Ron Smith has claimed plaque build-up is an ongoing problem for many and that even a small amount of plaque can be a problem in terms of long-term oral health.

He noted that gingivitis is a common problem and a build-up of plaque can be a starting point for periodontal disease.

More dentists will now be able to provide Invisalign braces.

More dentists across the UK could soon be offering Invisalign braces to their patients following an announcement by the manufacturer that it will remove case requirements.

In the past, dentists could only offer the treatment if they were able to show they had at least ten cases per year where Invisalign braces were an option.

However, the company has now back-tracked on this requirement, although dentists will still be required to take at least ten hours training in the use of the product.

A press release by Align Technology stated: “Effective immediately, doctors will no longer be required to start a minimum of ten shipped cases per year to maintain their active provider status.”

Elsewhere, Dental Plans recently reported that Dr Homayoun Aminyar, a New York dental professional, has said that having braces fitted could improve the oral health of many children and help them avoid a number of serious complaints when they become adults.

A dental implant specialist has set up in Leamington.

A dentistry office in Leamington is to benefit from the expertise of a new dental implant specialist.

The Coventry Telegraph reported that Dr Sven Erik Steinborn is to begin working at the Augusta Dental Centre alongside Harley Street cosmetic dentist Roy Dixon.

“Whether it is improving oral health through prevention, the precision placement of dental implants or the production of dentures, we can provide proper function and achieve an aesthetic impact,” commented Dr Steinborn.

In addition, Dr Dixon is also president of the British Society for General Dental Surgery.

Elsewhere, WorlDental recently reported that dental implants can provide a number of advantages over dentures.

The resource noted that the devices can achieve a more aesthetically pleasing result and they may enable people to eat all the foods they used to before they lost their teeth, as dental implants can be more hardwearing and are fixed into the jaw.

Common oral health complaints have been highlighted.

There are a number of oral health conditions that are becoming increasingly common and as a result, C+D has published a list of what people should look out for.

Brits worried they may be developing an oral health complaint should look to see if they have reddened or bleeding gums, as this can be one the early signs of gingivitis or gum disease.

In addition, other common complaints are tooth decay, dental abscesses and halitosis, all signs that a person is not looking after their mouth properly.

Elsewhere, Doc Q recently posted a blog on Q News that highlighted a number of ways in which people could improve their oral health.

The blogger stated that over-brushing can damage the gums leading to a greater risk of gingivitis and because of this, the use of a soft-bristled toothbrush is advised, while cutting back on sugary drinks and giving up smoking are also things that people should look to do.

People’s smiles could be improved with dental veneers.

Individuals looking for a smile that has impact might like to invest in dental veneers, one dental professional has argued.

Dentistry IQ reported that Dr Philip Friel has said dental veneers help create an even, bright smile for patients, but they can invasive and take time to complete correctly.

However, the benefits they provide over other solutions are that they are permanent and a person simply looks after them as they would their own teeth.

In addition, dental veneers can be used to mask gaps in teeth or imperfections, he added.

Dr Friel stated: “Depending on the aesthetic requirements, the gap can be closed using shaded porcelain onlays which can be bonded to the adjacent teeth. Both of the above can take place over two visits.”

Elsewhere, Dental Plans recently reported that many children could benefit from having braces fitted and this, in turn, could help to boost their confidence as an adult.

The publication noted children should have their teeth looked at when they are relatively young in order to head-off any problems that might develop for them as they get older.

More people have started grinding their teeth.

The number of people who grind their teeth is increasing, it has been claimed.

According to CNY Life, the stress of the global recession and the impact this has had on many people’s day-to-day lives has resulted in an increasing number of dentists claiming they are treating people for bruxism – better known as teeth grinding.

New York dentist Dr Vincent DiMento told the publication: “A lot of times, patients don’t even know they’re doing it, until they are made aware.”

He added that for some patients, however, the problem has completely taken over their lives.

Elsewhere, the Windsor Star recently reported that many children suffer from this affliction, but it is not something that parents should be unduly worried about.

Indeed, the newspaper noted that this is often just a phase and can be caused by a range of factors, most of which are to do with the normal growth of a child’s body.

Some of the many cosmetic dentistry that are now available have been highlighted.

Anyone wondering about the myriad of cosmetic dentistry procedures that are now available should look no further.

News provider Orom Index has revealed the range of options available to those looking to sharpen up their smile and the list includes contouring or reshaping of misshapen teeth, teeth whitening treatments, bonding, dental veneers, bridges and gum lifts.

Each procedure is designed to address specific problems. For example, whitening could people whose teeth have been discoloured through years of smoking, while reshaping or the use of dental veneers can help those whose teeth are crooked or buck-toothed.

Meanwhile, Pickering dentist Dr Steven Weiner recently told the Montreal Gazette that many older people are no longer suffering from bad teeth, but instead are feeling the pain caused from poor gum health.

He noted that advances in cosmetic and emergency dentistry have helped people keep their teeth for longer, but in old age, the gums still can become an issue.