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Dentists urge patients to avoid DIY aligners
More and more people are eager to enjoy a straight, beautiful smile. With the demand for orthodontic solutions soaring, a growing number of patients are opting for DIY aligners. DIY aligners are usually purchased online, and they tend to be a lot cheaper than braces provided by dentists and orthodontists….
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Dentists offer advice to prevent oral issues linked to prolonged face mask use
As wearing masks becomes part of normal daily life, dentists are offering tips to prevent oral health issues linked to prolonged mask use. Most people won’t experience any side-effects of wearing masks because they only wear them to pop into a shop or visit a public place for a short…
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Almost a third of Canadians only brush their teeth once a day, survey reveals
A new survey has revealed that almost a third of Canadians only brush their teeth once a day, despite dental professionals recommending twice-daily brushing. A poll conducted by Research Co. and Glacier Media found that 55% of adults brush twice a day, with 29% brushing only once daily and 17%…
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Dentists are back at work, but many could be facing a struggle to survive
UK dentists are back at work, but many could be facing a struggle to survive the pandemic. Widespread closures, increased running costs and limited patient numbers have created a perfect storm of financial issues, which could threaten the future of many practices. Current guidelines encourage dentists to restrict access to…
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Prime Minister reveals plans to boost health and reduce obesity risks
The Prime Minister has revealed plans to tackle the UK’s obesity crisis, including banning junk food advertising before 9pm and putting an end to buy-one-get-one-free deals on unhealthy foods, such as confectionary. There were already plans in place to reduce rates of obesity among children and adults in the UK,…
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Dental charity calls for NHS charges to be scrapped during the COVID-19 crisis
The Oral Health Foundation is calling for the government to scrap NHS dental fees during the COVID-19 crisis. The charity believes that temporarily suspending charges would help patients to access treatment at a time when many are facing financial hardship. The crisis has contributed to rising rates of unemployment, and…
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