Demand for Action as Nearly 50,000 Waiting for Dentist in Cornwall

by Dimitri Mantazis | Apr 15, 2019 | News

Demand for Action as Nearly 50,000 Waiting for Dentist in Cornwall Cornwall Council will be asked to back calls for more to be done to tackle the lack of NHS dentists in Cornwall with more than 48,000 people on the waiting list. Independent councillor Loic Rich has...

NHS Dentist Charges Rise by 5% in England

by Dimitri Mantazis | Apr 5, 2019 | News

NHS dentist charges rise by 5% in England An inflation-busting hike in dentistry fees mean NHS patients in England will pay £1.10 extra for a routine check-up. The new charges, which begin on Monday, will also see the cost of a set of dentures rise by £12.80 to nearly...

Ask the Dentist: Sometimes it Can Be Difficult to Pinpoint the Root of a Toothache

by Dimitri Mantazis | Mar 29, 2019 | News

Ask the Dentist: Sometimes it Can Be Difficult to Pinpoint the Root of a Toothache I’m sure you don’t consider yourself lucky if you can pinpoint exactly which tooth hurts. However, you are because quite often a patient is simply unable to say which tooth...

Is Chewing Gum Bad for Your Teeth?

by Dimitri Mantazis | Mar 26, 2019 | Advice

Most people know what chewing gum is. In fact, many of us probably carry round a packet in our bag. Great for quickly freshening breath and getting rid of bad tastes, chewing gum is one of the most popular confectionery choices. However, how harmful is chewing gum for...

Why More and More Adults are Getting Braces

by Dimitri Mantazis | Mar 22, 2019 | News

Why More and More Adults are Getting Braces Serina Sandhu and Andrew Johnson describe the pleasures and pitfalls of adult braces There are many grown-ups who still shudder at memories of having braces on their teeth. So it is perhaps surprising that this youthful rite...

If You Wear Braces, Here’s How to Brush Your Teeth

by Dimitri Mantazis | Mar 21, 2019 | Advice

Brushing your teeth is important throughout your life. However, taking care to brush your teeth properly is especially important if you wear braces. If you fail to care for your teeth properly while you’re wearing braces, you could find yourself struggling with some...

‘Antibacterial’ Chemical in Toothpaste Could Strengthen Bacteria

by Dimitri Mantazis | Mar 15, 2019 | News

A Parent’s Simple Guide to Braces Most likely at some point in your child’s development, your dentist will recommend a consultation with an orthodontist. Braces are a rite of passage for many young teenagers. However, parents have a lot of questions before they invest...

Dental students to train on ‘lifelike’ mouth models

by Dimitri Mantazis | Mar 8, 2019 | News

The digital dentistry evolution The digital age plays an influential role in shaping dentistry. With the rapid developments in new technology continuing to streamline systems, dentists are benefiting tremendously. The digital revolution has been hailed a game changer...

Find Out What’s Next for NHS Dentistry

by Dimitri Mantazis | Feb 22, 2019 | News

NHS dentists in the north east are being invited to a free event where a panel of their peers will discuss the implications of the new dental … read more Recommendations Made for Sweeping Action on Stress in Healthcare ‘No dentist or dental student should...

40% of Young Kids Use Too Much Toothpaste – Putting Them at Risk of Tooth Decay, CDC Warns

by Dimitri Mantazis | Feb 15, 2019 | News

At Age 64, I’m Getting Braces for the First Time – Here’s Why Adults of all ages are electing to get braces later in life both to improve their looks and fix long-standing dental issues — and the trend shows no sign of slowing down. Continue reading the full...