Most Hollywood actors are only too happy to take advantage of the star treatment when they finally hit the big time, getting everything from porcelain veneers to facelifts, but recent Oscar winner Jean Dujardin is flying the flag for the natural look and there are those among the Hollywood elite that think he should invest in a set of flawless veneers.

Stylist to the stars, Phillip Bloch, spoke to the Huffington Post and commented that Dujardin had ‘fallen a couple hundred thousand dollars short’ of the glamorous ‘million-dollar’ Hollywood smile, he even went as far as comparing the actors teeth to those of trouble starlet Lindsay Lohan, before she had them cleaned up.

Dentist to the rich and famous Debra Glassman was in agreement, saying that she would ‘definitely recommend in-office whitening, Invisalign to align his teeth, then porcelain veneers.’

But even without perfect pearly whites, the French actor doesn’t seem to be struggling to make a name for himself; he scooped the best actor Oscar for his role in silent film The Artist and was mobbed by press and fans as he landed in Paris following the triumph. The 39-year-old revealed that he enjoyed making the film in America, but said that he would prefer to make ‘talkies’ in his native France, ‘I’m not an American actor.’ He said, ‘I’m a French actor. I’ll continue in France. If I could make another silent movie in America, I’d like to!’

Image-conscious individuals considering receiving Botox treatment could be interested in the latest news concerning Catherine Zeta-Jones.

According to the Daily Mail, the Welsh beauty was spotted looking particularly wrinkle-free while on holiday in the South of France recently.

The 41-year-old looked effortlessly stunning in a fitted one-shoulder black dress as she walked through a crowd of waiting photographers.

Although the Academy Award winner has not confirmed the Botox rumours, her youthful appearance has sparked rumours she may have received the anti-wrinkle injection.

She is currently enjoying a month-long break with husband Michael Douglas following a difficult period where she was diagnosed with bipolar disorder.

Douglas, who is also an Oscar winner, was recently given the all-clear following his battle with throat cancer.

He is set to star in upcoming film Haywire, which also features performances from heartthrob Channing Tatum and Ewan McGregor.

Emergency dentistry patients could be interested to hear that the oral health of hospital patients has been overlooked by medical professionals, a new study has suggested.

Data collected from the UK, US, France and the Netherlands has revealed that unwell individuals are often at increased risk of developing plaque and inflammation as a result of staff shortcomings, the British Dental Health Foundation has revealed.

Based on five studies conducted between 1998 and 2009, the research discovered that patients with breathing problems are under threat of deteriorating oral health.

A decline in overall wellbeing and quality of life was also linked to the negative effect on nutritional status caused by long stays in hospital.

Dr Nigel Carter, chief executive of the BDHF, said: "The help of close family and friends during hospital stays can make a difference to this aspect of their care and wellbeing and more should be done to encourage their involvement."

This news comes after the BDHF called for increased research into the benefits of using an artificial nose to detect the early signs of oral cancer.

Emergency dentistry could be required for people who have spent time in hospital, new research has revealed.

According to the British Dental Health Foundation (BDHF), many hospitals are overlooking the wellbeing of the mouth and teeth, leading to potentially serious consequences for patients.

The study, which is due to be published in next month's Journal of Clinical Periodontology, examined hospital stays in the UK, US, France and the Netherlands between 1998 and 2009.

Plaque accumulation was one of the potential emergency dentistry issues that were found to increase during time in a medical facility.

Build-up of plaque can result in inflammation of the gums, which is not normally serious but can cause teeth to fall out in severe circumstances.

Dr Nigel Carter, chief executive of the BDHF, said: "It may be inevitable that oral care is seen as a low priority, but it is clear that more needs to be done to ensure that some of the risks are minimised."

Seeking advice from a professional healthcare provider could ensure that dental implants fit securely and last a lifetime.

This is the suggestion of a Newswise article, which cites research published in the Journal of Oral Implantology.

Dentists have been studying the crown to root ratio – how much of the tooth extends above the jawbone – in order to work out what proportion should be left showing in order to achieve maximum longevity.

The report states that a ratio of two to one may be best for dental implants, which is less than that required for dentures.

"Stable implants could be produced with less of the tooth serving as root," Newswise explained.

People considering dental implants may wish to seek a professional's advice to ensure they get the best treatment for their individual requirements.

Anagram Solutions in France recently said that more people in the UK should have implants, as they could help up to half a million people a year eat, talk and smile normally.
 

People in the UK should seek advice regarding dental implants if they feel they need them.

This is the advice of Anagram Solutions in France, which stated that many more procedures to put these in place are currently occurring across Europe and the US than is the case in Britain.

The company suggested that people may not be making enquiries about the technology if it is not mentioned by their dentist, but pointed out that it is available from private firms.

Furthermore, dental implants could help up to half a million people a year eat, talk and smile normally, Anagram said.

"[They] look, feel and function just like real teeth. Dental implants don't damage adjacent healthy teeth and the results can last a lifetime," patients were advised.

Earlier this month, new figures from a Brighton clinic showed that the number of implants fitted in patients since 2008 has more than tripled.