News & Advice: Oral Health and Science

The week before last, the spotlight was cast on dental charges: Consumer champion Which? released results of a survey carried out on 1,000 people in England who had all visited their dentist in the last six months. Coverage of the... read more.

If you’re heading down to Ock Street over the course of November, you might see an unusual sight. Yes, rather than it being a figment of your imagination, that is blue lipstick that is being worn. And yes, they are... read more.

Today's headline news in dentistry has received justifiable national publicity today, ranking the third article on BBC's online newsfeed: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-nottinghamshire-30005682 We are sure any patient who has visited Ock Street will be able to see instantly the detailed precautions we... read more.

Buckingham Palace have recently revealed that the next addition to the Royal family is on its way.  Amid all the excitement, it’s important to remember that the Duke and Duchess are in the same boat as other expectant parents. Kate... read more.

Tooth whitening is a practice that has been immensely popular and desirable for thousands of years, dating all the way back to Ancient Egyptian and Roman times. The Egyptians used a homemade mixture of crushed pumice stones and vinegar, that... read more.

There are many different options available when you need to have a tooth or several teeth replaced. Some are temporary solutions while others, such as dental implants, are permanent and if well maintained and looked after, can last the patient... read more.

Here is a testimonial we recently received from Mr MC:"I have seen three of the practice's dentists, and two hygienists in my time as a patient. They're all great.  Always had a good experience - including a root canal and... read more.

Our medical aesthetic service receives a steady stream of enquiries about chemical skin peels and now we are close to launching our new service this Autumn to meet these requests. We will be offering four different peels, able to cover... read more.

Dr Patricia Pinches has just given Dr Kanas and the dental team at Ock Street in Abingdon a superb recommendation, here's what she said:"General impression: a well-run efficient practice, thought given to details such as flowers and the toilet deserves... read more.

Evidence is starting to appear in the scientific press linking gum disease to pancreatic cancer. The journal 'Gut' has the latest research from Brown University and Harvard University in the US which showed that people found to have one of... read more.