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Dentists call for new warning labels on sugar-laden products
Dental and medical professionals have called for new warning labels on sugar-laden products in a bid to crack down on rising rates of obesity, type 2 diabetes and dental decay. Experts have called for cigarette packet style warnings to be displayed on products that contain a lot of sugar. Warning…
READ ARTICLECrisps are better for children’s teeth than dried fruit, dentists claim
Diet is one of the most important considerations for health-conscious parents, especially those who are eager to keep their children’s smiles in check. The trouble is that often, advice about healthy and unhealthy foods can be confusing, and so-called healthy snacks may not be quite as saintly as they seem….
READ ARTICLENew figures show alarming rise in dental extractions carried out on under 4’s
New figures released by the Royal College of Surgeons have revealed an alarming increase in the number of dental extractions carried out on children aged 4 and under. Statistics published by the Faculty of Dental Surgery at the Royal College of Surgeons suggest an increase of 24 percent in the…
READ ARTICLELeading Irish dentist blames misleading food labels for childhood decay boom
One of Ireland’s leading dentists has blamed misleading food labels for the increased prevalence of childhood decay. President of the HSE dental surgeons group, Michael Dalton, believes that labels and branding are very misleading, and it’s difficult for parents to know what is good for their children’s’ teeth, and what…
READ ARTICLEHospital tooth extractions hit record high, as hundreds of children treated every week
The number of tooth extraction procedures carried out in hospitals in England has hit a record high, statistics have confirmed. According to figures released by the Local Government Association, more than 160 procedures to remove rotten teeth under general anaesthetic are carried out every day. Last year, 40,800 procedures involving…
READ ARTICLE5 New Year’s Resolutions that Will Lead to Healthy Teeth
It’s a brand new year, and many of us have made resolutions. If you’re keen to boost your health this year, don’t forget about your teeth and gums. An attractive, healthy smile could be your best weapon if you’re hoping to find ‘the one’ or land that dream job this…
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