An Oral Health Organisation study has revealed that almost 60% are more likely to reach for a piece of fruit than a chocolate bar. This shows in general that we are more sugar savvy and take this into consideration when choosing our foods. As a nation we have become more health conscious and more aware […]

One in seven British adults are now regularly exceeding their sugar intake – from tea and coffee alone, a recent survey showed. 31% of adults add sugar to each cup of tea or coffee they drink 16% of those add at least one teaspoon 3% add more than three teaspoons of sugar to every cup! […]

It’s always beneficial to share the message of good oral health, even moreso to young people. Today was a great day! Harbertonford Primary School invited me to share these main messages: 1)   brush twice a day 2)   watch out for hidden sugars In the photo, the students are completing the challenge of matching bags of […]

Few would believe that in our own first world nation that some people would suffer from Malnutrition. However a recent paper published by the Faculty of Dental Surgery specifically mentions Malnutrition in one group of people. The elderly. “Malnutrition. One of the immediate consequences of having an oral health problem is that people can find […]

Did you know our care extends beyond our treatment rooms in Kingsbridge? Some patients are no longer able to attend their appointments here at Absolute. So we take our care to them. Of course, we cannot take the dental chair with us! What we can bring is warm conversation & gentle guidance. The essential part of […]