Category Archives: Dentistry

Dentists ‘can help alleviate sleep apnea’

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Share People suffering from sleep apnea have been advised to see if cosmetic dentistry procedures could help, after a new report has revealed a link between oral treatments and the illness. Research by the Pennsylvania Dental Association (PDA) showed that … Continue reading

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Smoothies ‘bad for teeth’

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Share People have been warned about drinking smoothies after a survey revealed more than half of those questioned were unaware they could damage teeth. More men than women believed that fruit smoothies were not bad for teeth, while people aged … Continue reading

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Toothpaste ‘could help asthma sufferers’

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Share Desensitising toothpaste could help asthma sufferers. Individuals who suffer from asthma have been advised that using toothpaste designed to tackle sensitive teeth problems could help with their condition. According to the Chicago Tribune, the active ingredient in many of … Continue reading

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Visually impaired should have better information, expert says

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Share Those with disabilities should be given more dentistry guidance. The visually impaired in the UK should be provided with better information regarding dentistry, it has been claimed. Dr Nigel Carter, chief executive of the British Dental Health Foundation, said … Continue reading

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General election ‘provides dentistry focus’

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Share The upcoming election has allowed politicians to show their will to improve dentistry in the UK. The upcoming election has provided an opportunity for the leading parties to showcase their commitment to improving dentistry provisions in the UK, it … Continue reading

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Advice for a healthier smile

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Share Individuals have been advised on how to achieve a healthier smile. People planning to have a healthier smile should stop smoking and ensure they brush their teeth properly, it has been advised. MSN Health has reported that smoking can … Continue reading

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Healthy diet ‘best way to improve oral health’

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Share People could improve their oral health through a healthy diet. Having a healthy diet can be the best way to ensure a person maintains a good level of oral health, it has been claimed. The Vancouver Sun reported that … Continue reading

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Brits urged to visit dentists to check for mouth cancer

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Share Mouth cancer check-ups recommended. People across the UK have been urged to visit their dentist regularly in order to screen against mouth cancer. The Hartlepool Mail reported that NHS Hartlepool is inviting individuals who are at a higher risk … Continue reading

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Cost puts Brits off visiting dentists

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Share Rising costs are putting people off having check-ups. More people are putting off visits to the dentist because of money worries, new research has discovered. SimplyHealth’s Annual Dental Survey for 2010, which questioned 1,005 working adults earlier this year, … Continue reading

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Poor oral health ‘can lead to other conditions’

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Share People could be in danger of other conditions if they do not look after their oral health. People have been warned that failing to have in place a good oral health routine could put them at higher risk of … Continue reading

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Japanese dental students ‘practice on robot’

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Share Students in Japan are practicing dentistry on a robot. Dentistry students In Japan are now able to practice their skills on a robot, ahead of actually treating human patients, it has been revealed. According to News Centre, 88 students … Continue reading

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Older people ‘have better teeth’

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Share Older people are keeping their teeth for longer. Improvements in oral care are leading to more older people having healthier teeth than ever before, it has been claimed. The Auburn Reporter revealed that in times past it was unusual … Continue reading

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