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British Dental Association teams up with BBC to highlight dangers of dental tourism
The British Dental Association has teamed up with the BBC to highlight the dangers of dental tourism. Members of the BDA have worked with the BBC on a new documentary, which outlines the potential risks of having dental treatment overseas. As part of their research for making the programme, the…
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New report reveals some baby food pouches contain more sugar than fizzy drinks
A new report has revealed that some baby food pouches contain more sugar than fizzy drinks, including Coca Cola. A recent survey, which analysed the sugar content of 109 food pouches, showed that more than a quarter of the products had higher sugar content than fizzy drinks.
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Dentists issue dental tourism warning as more Brits travel abroad
Dentists have issued a warning over dental tourism, as more Brits choose to travel abroad. Experts are encouraging people who are thinking about going overseas for dental treatment to research extensively and compare prices with UK practices before taking the plunge.
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Almost half of US adults haven’t seen a dentist for over a year
New research shows that almost half of US adults haven’t been to the dentist in over a year. A survey published by Berxi revealed that 48% of adults haven’t seen a dentist for at least 12 months and almost 20% haven’t attended a dental appointment in over 3 years. The…
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New study highlights dental dangers of tongue and lip piercings
A new study has highlighted the dental risks of tongue and lip piercings. Researchers from University Medicine Greifswald, Germany, found that people who have oral piercings are more likely to have bleeding gums, receding gums and deep pockets around the teeth.
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1 in 5 Brits are worried about being able to afford dental treatment
A new survey has revealed that 1 in 5 Brits are worried about being able to afford dental treatment. A new report by the Association of Dental Groups (ADG) suggests that 20% of people fear that they won’t be able to afford to go to a dentist regularly as a result of the rising cost of living.
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