Century Dental Clinic brings Mouth Cancer Action Month to Putney

Century Dental Clinic is helping to raise awareness of Mouth Cancer Action Month in Putney by organising an event for the campaign.

In the UK mouth cancer is diagnosed in more than 5,000 people annually and kills almost 2,000 people each year – one death every five hours.

Running for the duration of November, the campaign features the tagline
‘If In Doubt, Get Checked Out’ urges the public to visit their dentist for oral screening.

Professional check-ups and regular self-examinations are the best route to early detection of mouth cancer. Early diagnosis saves lives, improving survival chances
from just half of cases to more than 90%.
Early warning signs include ulcers which do not heal within three weeks, red and white patches in the mouth and unusual changes in the mouth.

Century Dental Clinic in Ravenna Road SW15 6AW is opening its doors for a FREE oral screening examination during the month of November 2010 . All are invited to come along and receive a professional check –up which can save lives in mouth cancer cases.

Mouth Cancer Action Month also aims to raise awareness of a disease which has remained under-reported for too long. Prevention is key and lifestyle choices can help minimise risks.

Dr Nigel Carter, Chief Executive of campaign organisers the British Dental Health Foundation, commented: “We are delighted that that Century Dental Clinic has joined the many dental practices, schools, health professionals and community groups promoting Mouth Cancer Action Month.

“Three-quarters of cases are linked to tobacco and alcohol so it is important that smokers are encouraged to quit and alcohol is drunk in moderation.

“The human papilloma virus (HPV), transmitted via oral sex, and poor diets are also linked to mouth cancer. Worryingly the disease is also now affecting a younger group
of people and many more who display none of the traditional risk factors.

“Yet early diagnosis can really make the difference so make sure you visit a dentist regularly and check your mouth as often as possible, it could just save your life.”

For more information visit the website: www.mouthcancer.org.

Dr Neil Nathwani Highly Commended For Best Young Dentist Award 2009 (London)

Dr Neil Nathwani has been Highly Commended for The Best Young Dentist award for The Dentistry Awards 2009. Now in its fourth successful year, these regional awards launched

by Dentistry magazine have been created to recognise outstanding individuals, teams and practices who have an active interest in continuing professional development and staying at the top of the dental profession.

The individuals were selected with the help of achieviements and testimonials. Battling against individuals within the region ensured the entries were of an exceptionally high standard.

The judging panel consisted of top members of the profession including dentists, hygienists, and practice managers who were looking to decide the Best Young Dentist in London.

The winners were announced at The Dentistry Awards Ceremony on December 4th at the Athena – a beautiful Art-Deco cinema in Leicester. The evening was a black-tie event and was hosted by the comedian Paul Thorne. The high attendance this year made the 4th annual Dentistry Awards making this the largest annual dentistry event on the dental calendar!

NOW National Orthodontic Week at Century Dental Clinic in Putney SW15

Get a naturally healthy smile NOW!
Orthodontics is the branch of dentistry concerned with the growth of the teeth, jaws and face. Nearly one million people in the UK started having orthodontics last year and more adults than ever before want treatment. Why? Orthodontic treatment is about making the best of your teeth; it's about improving the harmony of your mouth and jaws. Once you can bite together correctly, you can eat more comfortably and care for your teeth and gums more easily. Orthodontics is all about creating a naturally, healthy smile.
At Century Dental Clinic in Putney SW15 we will be running a special promotion on Orthodontic Consultations in March 2010 during National Orthodontic Week.

Dental Project Peru

Yulli Tamayo-Myerson Hygienist/Therapist from Century Dental Clinic in Putney SW15 volunteered in September 2009 for Dental Project Peru.

The project provides emergency dental care and education to the most impoverished and rural areas of Peru.

In total they provided dental treatment for more than 400 people, gave fluoride treatment to around 300 children and visited 10 schools – teaching oral hygiene education, and providing free toothbrushes and toothpaste to children and adults.

“This has been an immensely rewarding experience, and although physically, mentally and emotionally draining; it was heart warming to see what changes could be made, and it was wonderful to see those little faces full of appreciation at the end of the treatments. Regardless of the pain and fear of the unknown, they were always keen to give us a smile!”

Yulli Tamayo-Myerson RDHT