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Karen Koster launches ‘First Dental Visit’ in Ireland

TV broadcaster Karen Koster helped launch Dental Care Ireland’s ‘First Dental Visit’ campaign last month. The campaign aims to raise awareness about the importance of establishing a good dental health routine from an early age. As ambassador, Koster will speak out on issues such as toothbrushing during the campaign. Free visits Throughout the month of … Continued

Calls for kids’ oral health programme in Ireland

A national oral health programme is being called for to tackle levels of extreme decay amongst children. Dr Brett Duane, associate professor in dental public health at Dublin Dental University Hospital (DDUH), said a similar programme for kids in Scotland has reduced tooth decay levels by almost a third. ‘Within the community, all children receive … Continued

Teaching kids about oral health – how hard can it be?

Kellie O’Shaughnessy talks to Irish Dentistry about getting parents involved in a new oral health initiative for kids What exactly is the Dental Den? The Dental Den is a programme based on the needs of children and their families, which delivers prevention advice using non-clinical and practical methods. We run objectives like team practice policies … Continued