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Myleene Klass has accidentally revealed the secret to her perfect smile, by showing off her lingual braces on television. The 32-year-old presenter opened her mouth widely as she tasted food during a segment of a daytime show, showing the ‘invisible’ braces. A spokesman for the star said: ‘Myleene had a brace fitted a few months ago…
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Periodontal disease may increase the risk of Alzheimer’s disease, according to researchers at the NYU College of Dentistry. This is the first long-term evidence that gum disease may increase the risk of cognitive dysfunction associated with Alzheimer’s disease in healthy individuals, as well as in those who already are cognitively impaired. Those with gum inflammation…
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Join in this year’s Mouth Cancer 10k Awareness Walk for the chance to win a special prize, simply by recruiting more than 10 people to your team. There will also be prizes for the highest fundraisers, supporters, survivors, best fancy dress and many more. There will be prizes on the day for the best fancy…
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A new study in the US seems to suggest that tongue piercings can become an orthodontic nightmare. Researchers at the University of Buffalo (UB), New York, published a case study in the Journal of Clinical Orthodontics which shows that when wearers ‘play’ with the stud piercings, by pushing it against their front teeth, it can force…
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A cold sore virus has been used to treat head and neck cancer patients. The phase I/II clinical trial run by The Institute of Cancer Research (ICR) and The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust used the genetically engineered herpes simplex virus, known as Oncovex and owned by Biovex Inc. The virus was modified so it multiplies…
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A new survey reveals that patients visiting the dentist on a ‘pay as you go ‘basis are twice a likely to delay or cancel a routine check up compared to those on a monthy pay plan [1]. The YouGov poll was commissioned by dental patient payment plan providers, Denplan. These results, as well as feedback…
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A set of gold-plated false teeth, once worn by Winston Churchill, has been sold at auction for £15,200 pounds, three times the guide price. A collector bid more than three times the guide price at the sale to snap them up for £15,200. They were sold by the Nigel Cudlipp, the son of Derek Cudlipp, …
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One of the UK’s top dentists will be talking about a revolutionary new gadget which calms the nerves of anxious patients at an event in London later this year. Dentist Mervyn Druian will be focusing on patient care at this year’s Private Dentistry Live! Event, taking place at the Royal College of Physicians, London, on Friday…
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Hygienist Tim Ives will be looking at the role of the DCP in managing caries at a CPD seminar in September. Tim Ives spent 22 years in the RAF, graduating while in the RAF and practising as a hygienist in Hong Kong, Cyprus, New Zealand, Germany, Holland and UK. He now practises as a hygienist…
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Flipper is the fun way to encourage children to use their toothbrush regularly. A toothbrush holder that attaches to bathroom mirrors, tiles or any shiny surface with a suction cup Flipper comes in five different animal characters from the Wild Family range, all of which will bring a smile to tired faces in the morning…
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The first day of having braces feels weird in my mouth. I find myself constantly licking my lips, running my tongue over the braces and just generally moving my mouth a lot. Cold water soothes the pain for a second. As I have to go to my flute lesson on the same day I have…
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If Beijing was a baptism of fire for Tony Clough, then London should prove a breeze. On home ground – and only a short trip from where he practises in Chelmsford, London 2012 will – eventually – prove a home-from-home experience, one that he is well equipped to manage. Budgets and bureaucracy aside, he’s looking…
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Katy Perry brushes her teeth at least three times daily because she never wants to be accused of having bad breath. The pop star admits she failed to take her dental hygiene seriously when she was a child, but Britney Spears videos made her start brushing. In a new youtube video interview (at the 6.50…
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The GDC is seeking the opinions of dentists on the most ethical way to advertise their dental services. The aim is to create a guidance booklet for members. One of the suggestions in the draft document is that dentists should not use the courtesy title ‘Dr’, a topic that’s prompted much debate. The consultation paper also suggests…
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One in three Brits believes a quality smile will help propel them up the corporate ladder, according to new research. More than a quarter (26%) of HR managers said they would be less likely to hire a potential employee if they had an unattractive smile*. The results also reveal that 31% of Brits believe that having a…
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Dentists have slammed the health secretary’s plan to get fizzy drink manufacturers and chocolate makers to fund anti-obesity campaigns. Companies such as Mars, Cadbury and Coca-Cola are to be invited to fund the government’s advertising campaign to persuade people to switch to a healthier lifestyle. In return, the firms will not face new legislation outlawing excessively fatty,…
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