According to the Oral Health Foundation, a charity dedicated to improving oral health and wellbeing, more than 10 million UK adults experience some level of dental anxiety, with around 6 million people suffering from dental phobia. This equates to around one in five UK adults admitting that they are afraid or anxious about visiting the […]
Most parents will have experienced a reluctant tooth-brusher at some stage of their child’s early years. However, with 170 children and teenagers undergoing tooth extraction under general anaesthetic every day in England, making sure that children are brushing their teeth effectively is vital for instilling good oral health habits that can last a lifetime. […]
At the Dental Law Partnership we will always try and provide you with the best advice about making a claim. We only act for dental patients and our mission is to provide the best level of service we can to help you reach a final settlement. We work on a no win-no fee basis which […]
It is well known that smoking can cause lung cancer, premature ageing, damage your heart, negatively affect your blood circulation and increase your likelihood of having a stroke. However, what is not so commonly known, is that it can also be bad for the health of your mouth and throat. To help mark National No […]
Shocking figures released in January 2017 by the Local Government Association (LGA), show that the number of children requiring multiple tooth extractions is still climbing year on year. In 2015-2016, over 40,000 under-18s had an operation under general anaesthetic to remove two or more teeth in England. This works out at an average of more […]
With a number of high-profile celebrities and public figures openly showing off their braces, orthodontic treatment to realign teeth is no longer just a solution for teenagers. The social stigma that was once apparent seems to have been lifted, with more and more people opting for this solution. From a dentist’s point of view, clear […]
Surprisingly, a story about cake recently made the headlines in all the major titles, but not for the reasons you might think. Professional dentists from the Faculty of Dental Surgery at the Royal College of Surgeons (RCS) are concerned that the workplace is now the main place where we eat sugary treats, which in effect […]
There are a number of strange awareness days around – and the annual National Toothache Day, on 9th February, is definitely one of them! Toothache is not generally considered something to celebrate; in fact, it can be incredibly painful and make normal life, eating and drinking, very difficult indeed. However, it is definitely a sign […]
During Christmas time and the festive period, it’s not uncommon for us to let our healthy eating habits slip, swapping sugar-free options for chocolate and sweets. Unfortunately, this isn’t always the best news for our oral health and it can be hard to keep track of any hidden sugars that are disguised in our festive […]
Whilst many adults find a visit to the dentist a scary prospect, it can be twice as bad for a child who is nervous about their upcoming check-up. In order to ensure that your child maintains a good level of oral health and dental hygiene from a young age, it’s important to develop a positive […]
