Miami Zoo’s resident dentist pulls a gorilla’s tooth and gives an otter a full cleaning 

Dental health is as important for animals as it is for humans. This week, the furry and fanged residents of Miami-Dade Zoological Park and Gardens, also known as Zoo Miami, went to the dentist.  A variety of procedures were performed during Dental Week, from cleanings to root canals, and patients included a lion, gorilla, chimpanzee, … Read more

Healthy adults ‘don’t need to go to the dentist every six months’

Going to the dentist is a miserable chore which is universally disliked, and we are often told we should go twice a year to keep our teeth and gums in good condition. However, a new study has found that healthy adults can get away with going just once every two years. UK researchers claim routine … Read more

Coronavirus UK: Man who couldn’t see a dentist pulls out own teeth

A labourer who lost his income during lockdown pulled out two of his own teeth with pliers and downed eight cans of Stella Artois to numb the pain because he couldn’t get a dental appointment due to the coronavirus crisis. Chris Savage, 42, resorted to yanking two of his own teeth out in his bedroom … Read more

Dentist reveals how much toothpaste you should REALLY put on a toothbrush

Are you RUINING your teeth by using too much toothpaste? Dentist reveals the amount you REALLY need when brushing – and warns that too much can cause stains and ‘pits in the teeth’ Dr. Gao Jye Teh, a graduate of King’s College in London, has gone viral with a TikTok video about toothpaste He says … Read more

Dentist dispels common MYTHS that may be putting you off going fora check-up

One of the most common reasons people fear the dentist is from horror stories that have spread through the gripe vine. Dentist Dr Safa Al-Naher, who works at The Care Dental Practice and Care Dental Platinum in Hammersmith, West London, which specialises in the treatment of nervous patients, has debunked several myths that may be … Read more

The Block’s Jess Eva reveals why she avoided visiting the dentist for 25 years

The Block’s Jess Eva reveals she refused to visit the dentist for 25 YEARS after a traumatising experience in the ‘school dental van’ By Mary Mrad For Daily Mail Australia Published: 00:22 BST, 24 September 2020 | Updated: 00:41 BST, 24 September 2020 The Block star Jess Eva has revealed why she refused to visit … Read more

Outraged patient slams Bristol dentist after being charged an extra £60 for PPE

Outraged patient slams dentist in Bristol after being charged an extra £60 for treatment to cover PPE COSTS Beverly Hawkins says patients should not have to foot the bill for  PPE costs Locals in Brislington, Bristol, took to Facebook to express their utter anger  Director of Warrington House Dental Practice says the costs are temporary  … Read more

People in Northumberland and South Tyneside are most reluctant to go to the dentist, NHS reveals 

Geordies’ teeth left chattering! People in Northumberland and South Tyneside are most reluctant to go to the dentist, NHS survey reveals Six per cent of people across England admit to feeling an aversion to the dentist But the figure was the highest in Northumberland and in South Tyneside Results emerged from GP patient survey of … Read more

Dentist Madeleine Duff shares her top tips and tricks to get white teeth from home

A dentist has revealed everything you need to know about teeth whitening – and her top tricks to help you get a perfect smile. Dr Madeleine Duff from Toorak Fine Dentistry in Melbourne said there are countless ways to get whiter teeth – whether you visit a dentist and have it done in the chair, get … Read more