Dental amalgam, or ‘silver filling’, as it’s perhaps better known, has been around for over 150 years. Now, before I lay into amalgam (which I will) I should confess that there may be a slight conflict of interest on two counts:...
“Poor evidence to support fluoride being harmful,” says Matt Lawler Overwhelming evidence supports its safety. The evidence supporting the notion that fluoride is harmful in the low concentrations in artificially fluoridated water is very poor, whereas there is overwhelming evidence supporting its safety. The evidence supporting its efficacy...
Spring has sprung, but unfortunately, so have seasonal allergies. Congestion, sneezing and watery eyes can make it difficult to enjoy a beautiful spring day, but did you know your seasonal allergies might be impacting your oral health?...
So, some of you have been looking at the ‘new’ receptionist with a quizzical look, a feeling you may have met me somewhere before – I’ve become used to the tilt of the head to one side whilst I check you in for your appointment,...