Could brushing and flossing lift your mood?
Mental health is a subject of significant interest at the moment, and leading experts have been sharing their tips to try and lift your mood… Read more
Category: Oral Health
British Heart Foundation shares new video to teach people about the link between gum disease and heart disease
The British Heart Foundation has shared a new video to educate people about the link between gum disease and heart disease. The animation, which appears… Read more
Chocolate Bars to Shrink By 20 Percent to Comply With New Sugar Guidelines
Leading confectionery companies such as Mars, Nestle and Cadbury have revealed plans to reduce the size of their leading brands of chocolate brands by a… Read more
Cavities in the teeth linked with a smaller risk of neck and head cancer
A strange result has shown that those with dental cavities have less chance of having head or neck cancer
Chancellor Confirms Plans to Introduce Sugar Tax
Chancellor George Osborne confirmed the introduction of a sugar tax in the Budget yesterday, March 16th. Addressing members of parliament, Mr Osborne stated that extra… Read more
Controversial Book Claims That Flossing Is ‘Useless’
A controversial new book has claimed that flossing, a practice that dentists usually promote tirelessly, is useless. The book, which is called ‘Kiss Your Dentist… Read more
Chewing sugar-free gum can help to lower the risk of cavities
Researchers from Kings College London have found that chewing sugar-free gum can help to improve dental health. The team analysed the findings of twelve studies… Read more
Action on Sugar Flags Up Shocking Sugar Content in High Street Hot Drinks
Research published by the charity revealed that a Starbucks grape flavoured hot mulled fruit drink contained 25 teaspoons of sugar per serving; according to the World Health Organisation, the recommended daily intake for an adult should be around 6 teaspoons per day.