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Kent Dentist Issues Warning Over the Damaging Effects of Energy Drinks
A dentist from Kent has issued a stark warning over the damaging effects of consuming energy drinks after a 21-year old man who had become addicted to Monster drinks shared his story in the national press. Vinnie Pyner, from Margate, decided to tell his tale to warn others about the…
READ ARTICLEThe Importance of Retention: Why You Should Protect Your Investment
When you have braces, your dentist will recommend that you wear retainers after treatment is complete. Your teeth will hopefully look perfect, and it’s natural to want to enjoy that amazing new smile for as long as possible. This is why retainers are so important. What is a retainer? A…
READ ARTICLELondon’s Mayor announces junk food advertising ban on the tube
The Mayor of London has announced plans to implement a ban on junk food advertising on the tube. Under new guidelines, adverts for products that are high in fat, salt, and sugar will not be permitted on the underground. The ban will also include overground stations and bus stations and…
READ ARTICLEFinland falling behind with dental hygiene, studies suggest
Finland is a nation most people associate with good health and an effective healthcare system, but studies suggest that the Scandinavian country is lagging behind when it comes to dental hygiene. According to a World Health Organisation report entitled ‘Growing up unequal: Health behaviour in school-aged children,’ just over half…
READ ARTICLETrading Standards issues warning over illegal tooth warning
Trading Standards has issued a warning over the provision of illegal tooth whitening treatment. The regulator has warned that visiting non-dentists for treatment can result in significant injuries, as research suggests that treatments are being offered for as little as £60. Under EU legislation, tooth whitening is a dental treatment,…
READ ARTICLENew study claims GPs are not trained to detect signs of dental neglect
A new study suggests that GPs are not trained to detect the signs of dental neglect. Research published in the British Dental Journal revealed that 96% of GPs surveyed had not received dental training, and some even admitted that they didn’t consider oral health a priority. Just five of the…
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