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Gum disease treatment hopeful for prostate sufferers

A study has shown that treating gum disease reduces prostate inflammation, also known as prostatitis. Researchers believe this study proves even further that gum disease is a ‘system-wide condition’ that not only affects the mouth. Researchers studied 27 men, 21 years old and older who had each had a needle biopsy within the past year … Continued

Financial help for dentists and their families

Denis Daly explains how the Irish Dental Benevolent Society is there for you and your family when the need arises The Irish Dental Benevolent Society (IDBS) provides financial assistance for dentists and/or their families when the need arises. The IDBS was set up in 1949 by Dr John Daunt and a group of other dentists … Continued

Dental profile: Emily Clarke

In a new feature for Irish Dentistry, Siobhan Kelleher interviews members of the dental profession for insights and opinions into the world of dentistry. Here, Siobhan talks to Emily Clarke about periodontal assessments and referral trends in dentistry Siobhan: What led you to become a periodontist? Emily: I’ve always had an interest in the surgical … Continued

Chewing gum may block out annoying ‘earworms’

Chewing gum could help turn off incessant ‘earworms’, a study has found. Research found that people who chewed gum after hearing catchy songs were less likely to think about the song and reduced the amount they ‘heard’ the song in their heads by one third. The results also revealed that chewing gum might help reduce … Continued