GPs under pressure from patients with oral health problems

GPs under pressure from patients with oral health problems

GPs are under pressure from patients seeking advice on oral health issues, according to figures released by the Association of Dental Groups (ADG) during Mouth Cancer Action Month.

  • 87% of GPs feel under increasing pressure from patients who are coming to them, rather than their dentists, for oral health related issues
  • 96% of GPs think more should be done to encourage patients to go to their dentist rather than their GP for mouth related health issues
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New evidence of heart disease link to gum disease

New evidence of heart disease link to gum disease

Researchers at Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health have shown for the first time that as periodontal health improves, progression of atherosclerosis slows to a clinically significant degree. Findings appear online in the Journal of the American Heart Association. Atherosclerosis through the build-up of plaque, is a major risk factor for heart disease, stroke, and death.

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Eddie Crouch interview [part 1]

Eddie Crouch interview [part 1]

Eddie Crouch, who recently resigned from the Principal Executive Committee of the British Dental Association, answers questions from GDPUK about his reasons for resigning, the build up to this, what he feels went wrong with the BDA membership offering, and where he will go from here.

Eddie is an orthodontist practising in Birmingham. He remains secretary of Birmingham LDC.

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