Dame Judi loses a crown

Dame Judi Dench had a dental mishap while working on a Christmas special of BBC One's Cranford when she lost a crown. The Press Association reported the Oscar-winning actress had to find a London emergency dentist quickly, but was on a tight shooting schedule and therefore had to visit the dentist in full costume. "...

This entry was posted in Emergency Dentistry on 23 November 2009 by Clare Ludlam Tagged Dame Judi, London, New York

Regularly brushing ‘helps with overall health’

Britons have been advised to ensure they regularly brush their teeth to maintain better overall health.According to US dentist Dr Corey Snow, a healthy mouth often signifies a healthy person. He noted up to 400 different types of bacteria can thrive in the mouth. Therefore, it is important to maintain good oral hygiene to ...

This entry was posted in Emergency Dentistry on 20 November 2009 by Clare Ludlam Tagged Dr Corey Snow, Dr Snow, New York, teeth

Be ready for emergency dentistry

People have been advised to ensure they are always prepared for emergency dentistry by stocking their home first aid kits properly.Brits should be prepared for a dental emergency by keeping a supply of ibuprofen, soft dental floss, tweezers and gauze in their first aid kits, according to Dr Brian Gold of Monticello, New ...

This entry was posted in Emergency Dentistry on 16 November 2009 by Clare Ludlam Tagged Dr Gold, Majestic Drug Company, New York, teeth

Regular brushing ‘important for older people’

Research carried out in the US has pointed to a link between good oral health and improved cognition in older people.Scientists from Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York noted a link between inflammation caused throughout the body - such as might be a symptom of poor oral health - and ...

This entry was posted in Emergency Dentistry on 13 November 2009 by Clare Ludlam Tagged Daily Mail, Dr James Noble, New York, oral health, teeth

Study: Dental implant market to increase

The dental implant market is expected to grow by about 12.2 per cent between now and 2014, it has been predicted.In its report, Markets and Markets also forecasted the oral health biomaterials sector will increase by 10.5 per cent.The study noted technological advancements were enabling dentists to treat their patients in a number of different ...

This entry was posted in Dental Implants on 9 September 2009 by Clare Ludlam Tagged Dr Hiroshi Kimura, London, New York, Study Dental, teeth

Teeth implants ‘change lives’

Teeth implants can change people's lives, it has been claimed.Dr Hiroshi Kimura is a New York periodontist and remarked the method can be the ideal option to help those who have damaged or missing teeth.He explained the procedure can take between six and eight weeks, but patients do not normally have their ...