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Healthwatch Liverpool warns of dental ‘crisis’ in the city
Healthwatch Liverpool has warned that dental services have reached ‘crisis’ point in the city. Statistics from the body, which is an independent committee, show that the number of patients coming forward for dental treatment has increased by 350% in 2022 compared to 2020/2021. In a recent report, representatives said that in most cases, new patients […]
Dereham practice expansion could create new NHS dental places
The owners of a private dental clinic in Dereham, Norfolk have said they will apply for an NHS contract if plans to expand the practice get the green light. Toftwood Dental Practice currently offers private dental services. The owners of the Chapel Lane surgery have applied for planning permission to change the use of residential […]
Walsall woman finally has the confidence to smile after suffering years of bullying
A woman from Walsall finally has the confidence to show off her smile after enduring years of bullying. Paige Griffin, 26, was called names like ‘wheelie-bin teeth’ at school and suffered abuse as an adult due to her stained, crooked teeth. The mum-of-one, who is a sales consultant, said that she never smiled with her […]
Clyde Munro celebrates opening of first UK SureSmile Studio in Perth
The Clyde Munro team had plenty to smile about on Monday 22nd August after officially opening the first SureSmile Studio in the UK. The group, which is the largest dental provider in Scotland, has spent over £1 million developing the state-of-the-art practice and training facility in the centre of Perth. The clinic has opened in […]
New York art gallery funds dental treatment for uninsured patients
An art gallery based in Manhattan, New York is funding dental treatment for uninsured patients. The Smile Design Gallery is located within Smile Design Manhattan. Both the art gallery and the dental practice were founded by Dr Lee Gause, a visionary who wanted to make a difference to the thousands of people who don’t have […]
New home screening test for oral cancer has 90% success rate
A new home screening test, which can detect oral cancer, has a 90% success rate. The saliva test, which is now available in the US, uses artificial intelligence to detect the symptoms of oral cancer. The new technology has been classed as ‘breakthrough advice’ by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) and the team behind […]
Sleaford dental practice set to expand
The owners of a dental practice in Sleaford have applied for planning permission to create new facilities to increase capacity. If the plans get the green light, Sleaford Smile Centre will relocate from Boston Road to new premises in Lions Way. The existing practice is located in a large red brick building, which has “limited […]
Sunak pledges to ‘restore’ NHS dentistry as leadership vote approaches
Rishi Sunak has pledged to “restore” NHS dentistry, as the Tory leadership vote approaches. Mr Sunak, the former chancellor, outlined plans to improve and protect NHS dental services by ringfencing funding, encouraging more dental professionals to stay within the NHS and focusing on prevention. The leadership hopeful is currently in second place behind Liz Truss […]
Hampshire patients waiting two years to see a dentist
Dental patients in Hampshire are waiting up to two years to get an appointment. A BBC investigation revealed that around 90% of UK dental practices do not have NHS places available for adult patients and 80% don’t have free child places. In some areas, the figure is up to 98%. Patients in Hampshire have reported […]
Fakenham dental practice offers free dental days for children
A dental practice in Fakenham is running free dental days for children to try and ensure that more youngsters can see a dentist. The team at Bridge Street Dental Surgery was inundated with calls and messages after posting about two free dental sessions for children on social media. Within a short period, all the slots […]
