Most people know to brush and floss their teeth regularly. However, many people have questions about whether water flossing is an alternative to traditional flossing. Read on for more information on each of these techniques, and whether one is better than the other. Flossing Brushing the teeth is an effective way of removing food…

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The Faculty of General Dental Practice (UK) (FGDP(UK)) is looking to become an independent organisation. FGDP(UK) was established as a faculty of the Royal College of Surgeons in 1992 and and the board has now decided to move in a separate direction by becoming an independent organisation. It has announced that over the coming months…

A new study suggests severe gum disease – also known as periodontitis – may be an early marker of type 2 diabetes. New research suggests there may be a link between gum disease and diabetes. According to the latest data, diabetes affects approximately 422 million people worldwide, and this number is expected to increase. …