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Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

I Found a Free Way for My Son to Get Something a Lot of People Wish They Had Later in Life. He Refuses.

Helping a teenager manage braces and acne requires sensitivity and practical solutions, including potential dermatology treatments alongside orthodontic care.
#oral-health
Medicine
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

This is as important as your teeth': are you skipping this key part of mouth hygiene?

Cleaning the tongue is as essential as brushing and flossing for maintaining oral health.
#dentistry
Online marketing
fromSocial Media Explorer
3 weeks ago

How Search Visibility Can Help Dental Practices Attract New Patients - Social Media Explorer

Digital technology is transforming patient acquisition in dentistry, making SEO crucial for attracting new patients and enhancing brand awareness.
#pediatric-dentistry
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago
Health

Do Dentists Recommend Electric Toothbrushes For Kids?

Electric toothbrushes suit children older than three and can help those who struggle with technique, but proper manual brushing remains equally effective when done correctly.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

NHS dentistry is rotting. Will the plan to fix it work?

Long queues for NHS dental services highlight a crisis in access to dental care in the UK.
History
fromMedievalists.net
1 month ago

Did Medieval People Have Bad Teeth and Bad Breath? - Medievalists.net

Medieval people actively maintained oral hygiene and were concerned about dental health, contrary to the stereotype of universal tooth decay and foul breath.
Higher education
fromHoodline
1 month ago

Yeshiva Opens Manhattan Dental School Near Herald Square

Yeshiva University is opening Manhattan's first dental school since 1916 in Herald Square, featuring an accelerated three-year program designed to address dentist shortages and expand access to care through integrated specialty clinics accepting Medicaid patients.
Europe politics
fromIndependent
1 month ago

This Working Life: 'We should have direct access to patients - we have a backlog for the dentist, and the patient is losing out'

Sviatlana Anischuk, Irish Dental Hygienist's Association president, relocated from Belarus to Ireland at 21 due to political circumstances and pursued a career in healthcare.
Healthcare
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Dentists return 900m for not seeing NHS patients

English dentists returned over 900 million pounds to the government in two years for unfulfilled NHS care commitments, prioritizing private work instead.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

Choosing a dentist in London? Is Harley Street or local the way to go? - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Harley Street in London has a long-standing reputation for medical excellence. Many of the UK's leading dental specialists are based there, offering highly advanced treatments and complex care. Patients often choose a Harley Street practice when they need expert input beyond routine check-ups.
London
Medicine
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Stay Well: I have gum disease even though I floss and brush regularly. Why is this and what can I do to get rid of it?

Bleeding gums during brushing indicate gum disease and should not be ignored, even without pain.
#thumb-sucking
Healthcare
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Commentary: My toothache led to a painful discovery: The dental care system is full of cavities as you age

Oral health care in the United States, especially for seniors, faces severe systemic failures with cost barriers preventing access to necessary dental treatment.
Germany news
fromwww.thelocal.de
2 months ago

What does public health insurance really cover at the dentist in Germany?

Statutory health insurance in Germany covers basic, necessary dental treatments but generally only the cheapest functional options; advanced or aesthetic care requires additional payment or private coverage.
fromEsquire
2 months ago

5 Water Flossers That Will Make Your Dentist Actually Give You a Compliment

How do I use a water flosser without spraying water everywhere? Fill the reservoir with water, lean over the sink (you should be looking down, not straight ahead), and keep your lips mostly closed around the tip so water can drip out instead of spraying. Start on the lowest pressure, turn it on only after the tip is in your mouth, and trace along the gum-line-pausing briefly between teeth-then turn it off (or wait until it automatically turns off) before removing it from your mouth.
Gadgets
Information security
fromDataBreaches.Net
1 month ago

This is how you do it: Dentist speaks out after practice hit by cyber attack - DataBreaches.Net

A dental practice's computer system was hacked, sending fraudulent invoice emails; the breach was quickly detected, halted by IT, and appears to have originated overseas.
Wellness
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Miss Manners: My conversation with the hygienist jumped the rails

Intrusive personal questions about children or grandchildren are inappropriate in professional settings; politely redirecting or offering brief answers preserves boundaries.
Social media marketing
fromSocial Media Explorer
2 months ago

The Smile Scroll: How to Market Dental Solutions in a Filtered World - Social Media Explorer

Market custom partial dentures by emphasizing restored function, confidence, and relatable lifestyle transformations rather than clinical close-ups.
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

Doctors, Nurses, And EMTs Are Sharing Body Facts They Wish Everyone Knew Sooner

You get sick from staying inside, breathing the same germ-filled air. Open your windows, even for five minutes, to circulate the old air out and let in fresh air. Also, if you're taking your child to the doctor, don't wait to treat their fever because you want 'the provider to see the fever.' Your child might wait two hours to be seen, meanwhile their temperature goes up, and they might have a seizure. If you say they've been having fevers, we believe you.
Public health
Healthcare
fromWIRED
1 month ago

I Found the Best Electric Toothbrush for My Sensitive Teeth

Electric toothbrushes reduce plaque and gingivitis more effectively than manual brushes while encouraging proper two-minute brushing and preventing over-scrubbing.
Medicine
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

Modern dental treatments: Advanced care options available locally

Modern dental care uses advanced techniques and technology to enable earlier diagnosis, personalised treatment planning, preventive care, and more comfortable restorative options.
Public health
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Botched 'Turkey teeth' op victim warns of dangers

Leanne Abeyance requires reconstructive surgery after failed dental implants in Turkey, lives in constant pain, and is raising awareness about risks of cosmetic dental tourism.
Medicine
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Using saliva to detect disease holds promise, but it's not perfected yet

Saliva-based tests can detect infections and genetic risks, enable earlier preventive diagnoses, but widespread use is limited by cost, insurance coverage, and FDA approval gaps.
Medicine
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

My doctor keeps focusing on my weight. What other health metrics matter more?

BMI is an inadequate health metric; doctors should assess patients using evidence-based measures like blood pressure, glucose tolerance, mobility, and mood instead of focusing on weight.
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