Posts Tagged ‘check-up’

Patients in Aberystwyth Face Near-90 Mile Round Trip to See Dentist

Patients in Aberystwyth Face Near-90 Mile Round Trip to See Dentist

The British Dental Association warned that some patients face a postcode lottery in Wales, with some patients facing a 90-mile round trip to get a check-up. In total, £20 million has been reduced from Welsh dental services over the past three years, which has led to just 15% of Welsh NHS dental clinics accepting new […]


New figures reveal more than 40% of children didn’t see a dentist last year

New figures reveal more than 40% of children didn’t see a dentist last year

New figures reveal that more than 40 percent of children didn’t see a dentist last year, despite guidelines recommending 6-monthly check-ups. Statistics obtained by NHS Digital show that 41% of children in England aged between 2 and 5 years didn’t go to the dentist last year. Dental experts advise frequent check-ups every 6-12 months for […]


Scotland’s chief dental officer claims annual check-ups are suitable for most patients

Scotland’s chief dental officer claims annual check-ups are suitable for most patients

Most of us have heard at some point in our lives that we should go to the dentist every 6 months. While this advice still applies to some patients, most notably those with a high risk of developing dental issues, Scotland’s chief dental officer insists that most of us can benefit from annual appointments. Margie […]


New figures reveal 80% of under 2’s didn’t go to the dentist last year

New figures reveal 80% of under 2’s didn’t go to the dentist last year

New figures have revealed that 80 percent of under 2’s didn’t go to the dentist last year, despite advice from dentists for parents to take children for regular check-ups from the age of 6-12 months. Representatives from the Faculty of Dental Surgery have attributed to the alarming figures to a “widespread misunderstanding” among parents, which […]


North East dentist urges holidaymakers to book check-ups before they fly

North East dentist urges holidaymakers to book check-ups before they fly

Spring has arrived, and before we know it, it’ll be time to jet off and enjoy a well-earned rest in the sun. Before you start stocking up on sunscreen, North East dentist, Dr Richard Coates, recommends booking a dental check. Flying can increase the risk of dental pain as a result of a condition known […]


Victor the polar bear takes a trip to the dentist with a little help from the fire brigade

Victor the polar bear takes a trip to the dentist with a little help from the fire brigade

Victor the polar bear from the Yorkshire Wildlife Park in Doncaster has been assessed and treated by vets with a little help from firefighters from South Yorkshire Fire Brigade. The 18-year old polar bear, who weighs 530 kilograms, was able to see vets with dental expertise with a little assistance from the local fire brigade. […]


Dentists to take Larger Role in Patients’ Health

Dentists to take Larger Role in Patients’ Health

A regular dental appointment at your local dentist’s practice generally involves a check-up on your dental health in order to find any possible cavities or gum diseases, and may include further appointments if it is decided you have a problem and need additional work to be done. But now dentists are being urged to take […]