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Sugar tax may have reduced hospital admissions for child tooth extractions, study suggests
The sugar tax may have reduced the amount of child hospital admissions for tooth extractions, according to new research. Also…
Dentistry
How much attention have you paid to the dental news this week? – 1 July 2023
It’s been a busy week for dental news. Missed it? Here’s what’s happened over the past seven days… New government…
Dentistry
Almost 80% in healthcare report higher tooth decay among children, says survey
Nearly four in five health practitioners report seeing higher rates of children’s tooth decay or damage. This is according to…
Oral health
‘Shocking survey’ shows four in five teachers provide students with toothpaste
As the cost of living crisis continues to bite, new research shows that the majority of teachers are now providing…
Oral health
Underweight and obesity BMIs linked to higher tooth decay
Those who are obese or underweight are more likely to suffer from tooth decay, says new extensive research. According to…
Dentistry
Avoid taking cake into workplace, says food watchdog chief
A dental hygienist has welcomed the news that the chair of a UK food watchdog has slammed the widespread ‘cake…
Dentistry
Ancient Mayan tooth glue prevented tooth decay
A new study has found that the glue used by ancient Mayans to stick gemstones to their teeth could have…
Dentistry
Scientists invent artificial enamel that is tougher than the real thing
Scientists have discovered how to make artificial enamel to help fix fillings and tooth decay.  And researchers say that the material…
Dentistry
One in 10 three-year-olds already suffer from tooth decay
More than 10% of England’s three year olds are suffering from tooth decay, a new report reveals.  The survey –…
Dentistry
Four in five UK adults at higher risk of tooth decay
More than 45 million adults across Britain are at an increased risk of tooth decay, it has been revealed.  Research…
Oral health
Dental news you’ve missed this week
Missed out on this week’s dental news? No problem, here’s what happened over the past seven days… CDO Sara Hurley…
Dentistry
Tooth decay remains most common reason for hospital admission in five to nine year olds
According to new figures, tooth decay remains the number one reason for hospital admission among five to nine year olds.…
Dentistry
How accurate are artificial intelligence systems at identifying tooth decay?
Artificial intelligence systems are able to identify tooth decay more accurately than human dentists, new research suggests. The study, carried…
Dentistry
One third of adults in deprived areas have untreated tooth decay, survey shows
More than one quarter of England’s population suffers from tooth decay, new oral health survey statistics reveal. The data shows…
Dentistry
Dental news you’ve missed this week
Missed out on this week’s dental news? No problem, here’s what happened over the past seven days… Urgent dental care…
Dentistry
Researchers create mouthguard that reveals early signs of tooth decay
Researchers in China have developed a mouthguard that detects early signs of tooth decay and periodontitis. Made from nanocomposite, it…
Dentistry
Dental news you’ve missed this week
Missed out on this week’s dental news? No problem, here’s what happened over the past seven days… Coronavirus The coronavirus…
Dentistry
Almost one quarter of five year olds in UK experience tooth decay
New government data reveals one in four five year olds have experienced dental decay in the UK, prompting calls from…
Dentistry
Tackling childhood obesity and tooth decay needs a joined up approach
Dame Sally Davies, chief medical officer, is calling for a joined-up response to tackle childhood obesity and tooth decay. In…
Oral health
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