University of Dundee

Six-month dental check-ups do not improve oral health

Attending the dentist every six months does not improve a patient’s oral health, a study suggests. In a new review,…

Oral health

Fillings not the best way to tackle tooth decay in children

There’s no evidence to suggest conventional fillings are more successful than sealing decay into teeth. Findings from a major dental…

Dentistry

International distinguished scientist award for Dundee dental professor

Professor Graham Ogden from the University of Dundee has been awarded the 2019 IADR Distinguished Scientist Award in oral medicine and pathology research,…

Dentistry

Improving oral health can help rehabilitate prisoners

A Dundee University dental professor has said improving oral health habits can help rehabilitate prisoners. Professor Ruth Freeman, from the university’s…

Dentistry

Scottish parents told to take more responsibility for children’s oral health

Scottish parents need to take more responsibility for their children’s oral health, a paediatric dentist has said. Professor Nicola Innes,…

Dentistry