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Two recent separate scientific studies have examined the dental benefits of sugar-free confections and apples but should we take the findings with a pinch of salt? Two recent scientific surveys have put sugar-free confections and apples under the spotlight and come up with some interesting findings regarding how what we eat (and how we eat…

‘If in doubt, check it out’ to be the message of Mouth Cancer Action Month It’s a disease which has affected the lives of celebrities such as actor Michael Douglas, DJ Danny Baker and former England football captain Bryan Robson. Mouth cancer kills more people in the UK than cervical and testicular cancer combined. It’s…

London dentist introduces recession-busting way of spreading the cost of routine dental care With no sign of the economic downturn ending many Brits are having to tighten their money-belts and purse strings to make ends meet. But skimping on essential outlays – like dental costs – are false economies if they compromise your health and…

As a survey reveals that an increasing number of patients are enquiring about dental prosthetics, a dentist lists the advantages and disadvantages of implants, crowns and bridges The British Dental Health Foundation (BDHF) has revealed phone calls from the public about implants, crowns and bridges top the list of queries received by its helpline’s operators.…

Electric toothbrush or manual toothbrush? Silver fillings or white fillings? A dentist gives some advice about these, and other, common dental dilemmas Electric toothbrush versus manual toothbrush Electric toothbrushes seem to be all the rage these days. But have we become a little too hasty at pushing trusty manual toothbrushes to the back of bathroom…

A dentist talks about the causes of and treatments for toothache – the condition which caused Rio Ferdinand so much trouble lately. It seems like the England football star could have used a more effective means of defending himself from the pain… Earlier this month, Manchester United footballer Rio Ferdinand issued some anguished tweets about…

How beneficial is CBT to people with a severe dental phobia and how long-lasting can the benefits be? A new study claims to have the answers… New research suggests that severe dental phobia can be successfully reduced by just one session of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) – a treatment which tries to identify and directly…

A dentist talks about the advantages of fluoride dental treatments. What do the treatments involve and why have they become so much more popular? New figures released by the NHS Information Centre have revealed just how popular fluoride varnish treatment has become. The treatment involves a dentist or hygienist using a brush to coat a…

News of an X-Factor judge getting her teeth fixed, how to look after your teeth at work and the benefits of liquorice lollies N-Dubz Tuliza gets teeth fixed for X Factor debut It seems to be a big month for stars to upgrade their appearance. Firstly, footballer Wayne Rooney has been showing off the re-growth…

A dentist explains what blood on your toothbrush can mean and what you and your hygienist can do about it There is a very good reason why manufacturers don’t make toothbrushes with blood-red bristles. The sight of the colour red on your bristles is not a pleasant one; so what should you do if you…

Food and drink to eat or avoid, what to look out for on supermarket labels, which drinks to order at the pub… ten tips for people looking to work at improving their dental health during the working day and beyond There is a wealth of different information about food and drink on the website of…

A dentist gives his expert insight into news stories about Simon Cowell’s teeth, the link between a mother and child’s dental health and summer foods which holiday makers who care about their enamel should avoid!   Simon Cowell’s teeth News stories about teeth often focus on speculation about celebrities trips to the dentist and this…