Monthly Archives: February 2016

Patients Beware – Roadworks in Downham Market for the next 2 weeks!

Expect major disruption in Downham Market as £250,000 of roadworks begin in the town. Residents and visitors to the town are being warned road closures will be in place and traffic will be diverted to avoid the main area of the works in Railway Road, Bridge Street and the High Street. Please allow extra travelling time from

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Considering Tooth Whitening?

Did you see BBC’s Inside Out last night about illegal tooth whitening? Tooth whitening is the practice of dentistry. By law, dentistry must only be carried out by dental professionals who are registered with the General Dental Council (GDC). If you have you been offered tooth whitening at your local beauty salon or other non-dental

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World Cancer Day – 4th February 2016

Today is World Cancer Day… Most people have heard of cancer affecting parts of the body such as the lungs or breasts. However, cancer can also occur in the mouth, where the disease can affect the lips, tongue, cheeks and throat. Anyone can be affected by mouth cancer, whether they have their own teeth or

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February is National Heart Month

Did you know that people with gum disease are almost twice as likely to have coronary artery (heart) disease than people without gum disease? When you have gum disease, it is thought that bacteria from the mouth can get into your bloodstream. The bacteria produce protein. This can then affect the heart by causing the

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