Reduce the risk of COVID-19 with better oral hygiene

Victoria Sampson looks into how better oral hygiene could reduce the risk of COVID-19. She has published her new paper in the British Dental Journal. There is a direct connection between the mouth and the body. However, this is often forgotten. During the current pandemic, it is especially important to reduce the levels of ...

This entry was posted in Bad Breath, Dental Hygiene, Dentist, Dentistry, Gum Periodontal Disease, Oral Cancer, Oral Health, Tooth Decay on 19th July 2020 by Zahra Esfahani Tagged coronavirus, covid-19, dentists, Gum Infections, oral health, oral hygiene, Oral Infection, teeth

How braces are good for health

Latest News An article recently published online details on how braces are good for health. Initially, this may seem a strange concept. However, when investigated, the points make perfect sense. The article, published in America, states that orthodontic work is not only beneficial for the teeth. In fact, there are a whole host of ...

This entry was posted in Braces, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dentist, Dentistry, Invisalign Braces, Invisible Braces, London Cosmetic Dentistry, Smile, Teeth on 16th March 2020 by Clare Ludlam Tagged braces, Cosmetic Dentistry, dental health, Latest News, orthodontics, smile makeover, Straight Teeth, teeth

Improvements in care home dental hygiene

Latest News Improvements in care home dental hygiene are being reported, with several establishments receiving five-star ratings. The current initiative has been rolled out across Rochdale in a bid to improve the care residents are receiving. Due to dental health being such an important factor in overall health, it stands to reason that improvements ...

This entry was posted in Dental Hygiene, Dental Nurse, Dentist, Dentistry, Dentures, Gum Periodontal Disease, Oral Health, Uncategorised on 2nd March 2020 by Clare Ludlam Tagged Dementia, dental health, Heart Disease, Latest News, oral health, Pearl Dental Clinic, Rochale

Her Majesty the Queen opens a new specialist dental facility

Latest News Her Majesty the Queen opens a new specialist dental facility situated within central London. The University College London Hospitals NHS building is part of The Royal National ENT Hospital and The Eastman Dental Hospital. The new facility has been designed to work with patients with complex or rare dental, ENT, hearing, and ...

This entry was posted in Braces, Child Dentistry, Dental Hygiene, Dentist, Dentistry, Emergency Dentist, Emergency Dentistry, Oral Health, Oral Surgery, Orthodontics, Uncategorised on 20th February 2020 by Clare Ludlam Tagged Dental Hospital, Her Majesty the Queen, Latest News, London, orthodontic braces, Pearl Dental Clinic, Royal Visit, The Queen

Links between brushing and brain health

Latest News Recent studies have found links between brushing and brain health. Experts have discovered there is a clear association between the bacteria present in gum disease and the development of dementia. The study also suggested that the harmful bacteria could potentially cause increased production of beta-amyloid proteins. This toxic protein is a key ...

This entry was posted in Uncategorised on 8th February 2020 by Clare Ludlam Tagged brushing, Dementia, gum disease, gum disease and dementia, Latest News, oral health, Pearl Dental Clinic

Strictly’s Shirley Ballas is left needing emergency dental treatment

Latest News Strictly’s Shirley Ballas is left needing emergency dental treatment following an incident with a packet of crisps. The fifty-nine-year-old ballroom dancer and head judge on the show revealed her chipped tooth to her near two hundred thousand Instagram followers. However, she very soon after was transported to Liverpool to have the ...

This entry was posted in Cosmetic Dentistry, Dentist, Dentistry, Emergency Dentist, Emergency Dentistry, London Cosmetic Dentistry, Smile, Teeth on 25th January 2020 by Clare Ludlam Tagged Chipped Tooth, Dental Emergency, emergency dental treatment, Fixing A Chipped Tooth, Latest News, Pearl Dental Clinic, Shirley Ballas, Strictly, Strictly Come Dancing, teeth

Potential new intervention that could prevent child tooth decay

Latest News A potential new intervention that could prevent child tooth decay has been developed by Queen Mary's University staff and students. Due to childhood tooth decay being at an all-time high, it was felt the study would be useful. Children in the most deprived areas have around double the amount of decay as ...

This entry was posted in Child Dentistry, Dental Hygiene, Dental Nurse, Emergency Dentist, Oral Health, Smile, Teeth, Tooth Decay on 19th January 2020 by Clare Ludlam Tagged cavities, Childhood Tooth Decay, decay, Pearl Dental Clinic, Professor Cynthia Pine, Tooth Decay, UK

Fillers are set to be one of the biggest trends of 2020

Latest News Fillers are set to be one of the biggest trends of 2020 according to leading industry experts. Rather than going under the knife, people are opting for non-invasive procedures. Pioneering Harley Street Doctor, Professor Syed Haq, spoke to the Daily Mail about two particular predictions. Firstly, the 'Kate Middleton look' involves creating a ...

This entry was posted in Anti-ageing Treatment, Dermal Fillers, Facial Fillers, Facial Rejuvenation on 5th January 2020 by Clare Ludlam Tagged Daily Mail, Fillers, Instagram, Instagram Face, Kate Middleton, Latest News

Mobile dental bus providing dentistry for the homeless

Latest News A mobile dental bus providing dentistry for the homeless has been set up in Winchester and Andover. Dentaid operates and manages the bus. Dentaid is a charity synonymous with providing dental care to the poorest and most vulnerable members of society. Therefore, they do vital work at home and abroad. A substantial ...

This entry was posted in Dentist, Dentistry, Emergency Dentist, Emergency Dentistry on 24th December 2019 by Clare Ludlam Tagged Dentaid, dental checkup, Latest News, oral health, Pearl Dental Clinic

Dr Guy discusses Ant and Dec’s cosmetic dentistry

Latest News Dr Guy discusses Ant and Dec's cosmetic dentistry this week, following the end of ITV's I'm A Celebrity. The pair have been in the public eye for around twenty years, however, most people may not have noticed their teeth subtly changing. Industry expert, Dr Guy, spoke to The Express Online. “Both Ant ...