More than 20 patients left with incomplete dental care after two WA dentists suspended


More than 20 patients have been left hundreds of thousands of dollars out of pocket and with unfinished dental work after their successive dentists were suspended while facing criminal charges... The two dentists will soon face court as governing body AHPRA says it has no power to arrange compensation or settlements.



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Dentists Join Fight Against Childhood Obesity


As a specialty registrar in paediatric dentistry, I've seen first-hand the pain children experience because of poor oral health. Tooth decay happens when teeth are damaged by acids produced by oral bacteria breaking down sugar from foods and drinks - and although it's largely preventable - it's the most common reason for hospital admission in children aged between five and nine in England.


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What dentists say about brushing before or after breakfast


Should you brush your teeth before or after breakfast? While you might think there is a correct answer, the expert advice is mixed... Some resources from the American Dental Association recommend brushing immediately after waking up... several agencies in Australia recommend brushing after breakfast...


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Poor oral health linked with body pain and migraines in women


New research from the University of Sydney has revealed poor oral health is significantly associated with higher instances of migraines, abdominal and body pain in women. Published in Frontiers in Pain Research, the world-first study identified specific oral microbes correlated with certain pain conditions, suggesting a potential relationship between the oral microbiome and the nervous system.


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Titanium particles are common around dental implants


Titanium micro-particles in the oral mucosa around dental implants are common. This is shown in a new study from the University of Gothenburg, which also identified 14 genes that may be affected by these particles.


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'Jonah Hill keeps his teeth in a safe': meet Hollywood's top special-effects dentist


He made the 'manky British' set for Austin Powers, droppable ones for Mrs Doubtfire – and fangs for Tom Cruise. Gary Archer on crafting amazing gnashers for stars


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