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Report suggests more People using NHS Dental Services
The Department of Health has released a report, which confirms that more people are using NHS dental services. The report shows that around one million more people have had a check-up compared to the same time period five years ago. According to the figures, almost 30 million people underwent a dental examination in the last […]
Christchurch Charity Hospital to offer Dental Services
The Chairman of Christchurch Charity Hospital Trust has announced that the hospital will expand. Executives have purchased an adjacent site and dental services and an endoscopy service will now be available. Philip Bagshaw, Chairman of the Trust, confirmed that the hospital will expand to offer free acute dental treatment and currently, the hospital provides non-urgent […]
New Dental Practice opens in Dunfermline
A new private dental practice has opened in Dunfermline. Smile Solution Dental Practice is a private dental surgery, which specialises in dental implants and orthodontic treatment. The practice also offers cosmetic and general dental treatment. The team includes orthodontic and implant specialists, as well as an oral surgeon and highly qualified dentists. The practice is […]
Preventative Dental Programme helping to reduce Rates of Decay in Oman
The Department of Dental and Oral Health in Oman has introduced preventative dental programmes to help to reduce rates of decay amongst children and adults in the country. In recent years, initiatives and programmes have been introduced to try and combat dental decay and promote good oral health. Measures include preventative treatments, including fluoride varnish […]
Undercover Investigation reveals Inflated Prices for NHS Dentistry
An undercover investigation has revealed that some patients are paying far too much for NHS dental treatment. According to NHS guidelines and NHS dental leaflets, patients should pay a maximum fee for dental treatment and fees are banded according to the complexity of the treatment. The maximum fee charged for dental treatments that are available […]
Canadian Dental Surgeon takes on Mentoring Role in Afghanistan
A dental surgeon from Canada has taken on a new role mentoring troops in Afghanistan. Captain Luong Phuc Nguyen of the 4 Royal 22nd Regiment has downed his scalpels to embark on an important new challenge in the Kandahari desert. Captain Nguyen admits that it is a bold move and said that many people have […]
Sheffield Dental Practice scoops Top Award
Members of staff from Thompson and Thomas are celebrating after receiving an award at the Dental Awards in London. The Sheffield practice has enjoyed great success at the awards ceremony in the past and this year, the practice scooped the award for the Best National Smile Month Event for their ‘Better Late Than Never, Dentists […]
Sheryl Crow promotes Natural Oral Hygiene Products
American singing sensation Sheryl Crow is preparing to embark on a ‘green’ tour this summer after teaming up with Tom’s of Maine to promote natural oral hygiene products. The singer will promote the brand’s Simply White toothpaste and in return, Tom’s of Maine will help to make the tour ‘green.’ Concert venues will be dotted […]
King’s College London tops Guardian’s University Guide for Dentistry
King’s College London has been awarded top spot for Dentistry in the Guardian’s University Guide 2012. The Guardian ranked the dental schools in the UK in order of teaching excellence and King’s College London came first with 100 out of 100. Nairn Wilson, dean of King’s College London Dental Institute and deputy vice principal for […]
Children invited to drop in for Dental Sessions in Milton Keynes
Milton Keynes Community Services’ Real Health promotion team is organising a series of free drop-in dental sessions for children who do not have a dentist. The next drop-in session will be held on Wednesday 25th May between 1pm and 4pm at the Conniburrow Children’s Centre and another session will take place on the 22nd June […]
