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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,…
READ ARTICLENew study claims dentists could play a more active role in detecting type 2 diabetes
A new study has revealed that dental professionals could play a more active role in the detection of type 2 diabetes. Research carried out by a team at the University of Birmingham suggested that dentists could do more to identify patients at risk of diabetes by using risk assessment tools….
READ ARTICLEThe reasons why a trip to the dentist could save your life
Most people know that taking a trip to the dentist every 6-12 months can keep decay and gum disease at bay, but did you know that dental checks can save your life? It may seem a little dramatic to suggest that five minutes in the chair could make the difference…
READ ARTICLENew study links dental problems to elevated diabetes risk
A new study has linked poor dental health to an elevated risk of diabetes. The findings of a research project conducted in the US suggest that dental health issues may be a risk factor for diabetes. Lead author of the study, Raynald Samoa, from the City of Hope National Medical…
READ ARTICLEBeing a Diabetic and caring for your Gums in London
There is sadly an awful link between gum disease and diabetes in London. It hard enough being a diabetic as it is- you have a weakened immune system that you have to keep on top of everyday and keep in check just to survive. You may even have to use…
READ ARTICLEDiabetes in Central London and its Links with oral Hygiene
All dentists in central London have always been aware of the importance oral hygiene, but it’s thanks to scientific studies over the past 20 years, that they now also know how a bad mouth can affect the rest of the body, and one of these examples is the link between…
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