Parental drinking concerns
Led by Dr Megan Cook and Professor Emmanuel Kuntsche, from the Centre of Alcohol Policy Research at La Trobe’s School of Psychology and Public Health, the team surveyed 329 children, aged four to six years old.
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Menthol ban helping smokers
An European Union wide ban came into effect on methanol cigarettes came into effect on May 20, 2022. New research from Imperial College London suggests that the ban has been effective in getting smokers to quit.
A gel to save your gums!
A new topical gel has been developed which changes the makeup of bacteria in the mouth, in turn suppressing inflammation and halting gum disease.
Malpractice trial settlement
In 2016, four-year-old Nevaeh Hall’s family took her to a local Houston dentist to have a few teeth extracted due to decay.
Oral diseases and diabetes
Common chronic diseases and oral health issues could have a reciprocal and compounding impact on each other suggests a new study.
Alcohol and cancer guidance
Guidance has been issued to health care professionals in Scotland on the link between alcohol and cancer.
New tooth enamel material
Scientists have perfected a new material for mineralizing bones and teeth.
Alcohol duty scrapped
In an address to the House of Commons on September 23, 2022, chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng revealed that the planned tax increase on beer, cider, spirits and wine has been cancelled.
Scraping the sugar tax?
Tooth decay remains the main reason for hospitals admissions among five to nine year olds, according to data published by NHS Digital.
DIY dentistry poll
One in five (21 per cent) people who failed to get an NHS dentist appointment in the past year have turned to DIY dentistry, a new poll commissioned by the Liberal Democrats has revealed.
BSPD Blueprint
As the new prime minister, Liz Truss puts her new administration together and sets out her policies, the British Society of Paediatric Dentistry (BSPD) sets out its ‘Blueprint to improve children’s oral health’ – with specific guidance on how best to get paediatric dentistry in the UK back on track.
Cuts to financial lifelines
Dental professionals have warned that cuts to vital financial support for Health Service (HS) practices undermines the survival of the service.
Beware sharp objects!
June Gavin had purchased on loaf of sourdough bread from a local Marks and Spencer store. The retired primary school teacher returned home hoping to enjoy a slice of bread and butter.
Sugar tax to be axed?
In September 2022 The Guardian received exclusive information that prime minister, Liz Truss, might be planning to abolish the anti-obesity legislation. But backlash from health experts is impeding any progress.
Traumatised patient
A woman from South London has been left petrified of her dentist after failures to spot tooth decay.
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