Posts Tagged ‘Isle of Man’

Check-ups resume for Isle of Man dental patients

Check-ups resume for Isle of Man dental patients

Dental patients on the Isle of Man can now book a routine check-up. Dental practices were allowed to reopen on the 15th June, but initially, general, non-emergency dental services like check-ups were not available. Teams prioritised urgent cases, but now, patients are able to make an appointment for a routine examination.  The island has not […]


Health minister to face questions over oral health on the Isle of Man at the next Tynwald sitting

Health minister to face questions over oral health on the Isle of Man at the next Tynwald sitting

The Isle of Man’s health minister, Kate Beecroft, is set to face questions about oral health on the island when Tynwald, the island’s parliament, sits for the last time before the summer recess later this month. Members of the body, including Ramsey MHK, Alex Allinson, expect answers from the minister in response to questions about […]


Isle Of Man Oral health Standards On The Up

Isle Of Man Oral health Standards On The Up

The Department of Health has revealed the latest data about the number of children affected by tooth decay on the Isle of Man. The statistics revealed that standards of oral health are poorer than on the mainland; however, there have been improvements. Research shows that there is a marginal difference between the Isle of Man […]


New Support Group Launched For Head And Neck Cancer Sufferers On The Isle Of Man

New Support Group Launched For Head And Neck Cancer Sufferers On The Isle Of Man

A new patient support group for people with head and neck cancer has been launched on the Isle of Man. Noble’s Hospital’s Ear, Nose and Throat Department has set up the support group to bring together patients who have suffered from head and neck cancer and those who are still battling the diseases; in recognition […]


New Dental Charges For Over 60’s Brought In On The Isle Of Man

New Dental Charges For Over 60’s Brought In On The Isle Of Man

New dental and prescription charges for over 60’s have been brought in on the Isle of Man. Previously, all over 60’s were entitled to free prescriptions as well as free of charge dental treatment, but changes to the system mean that only those who are fully retired will now be eligible for free treatment. David […]


Changes To Dental Charges Approved On Isle Of Man

Changes To Dental Charges Approved On Isle Of Man

Proposals to changes in dental and prescription charges in the Isle of Man have been approved. Plans to increase the age of entitlement to free dental care and prescriptions from 60 to 65 have been approved by Tynwald. This is the case despite concerns that the proposals breached a directive set out by the European […]


Dental Shortage In Isle Of Man Leads To Long Waiting Lists

Dental Shortage In Isle Of Man Leads To Long Waiting Lists

A shortage of dentists has caused waiting times in the Isle of Man to increase, according to the Department of Health. Patients are waiting longer for routine check-ups because there are not enough dentists on the islands. Health minister, David Anderson, said the department was working hard to increase recruitment on the island to tackle […]


Isle Of Man Dentists Make A Difference In Uganda

Isle Of Man Dentists Make A Difference In Uganda

A dental team from the Isle of Man has recently returned from a trip to Uganda. The team, which was made up of two dentists and a dental nurse spent two weeks in the African country providing hundreds of people with basic dental care. Dentist Erik Ahlbom, from the Port Erin dental surgery was joined […]


Children’s Dental Event Held in Ramsey

Children’s Dental Event Held in Ramsey

A health event was held at Ramsey Town Hall on the Isle of Man at the weekend, to try and raise awareness of the importance of oral health and get children involved in oral hygiene. The event was designed to be fun and exciting for children, as well as putting across the serious message of […]


20 month wait for a dentist on Isle of Man

20 month wait for a dentist on Isle of Man

Some dental patients on the Isle of Man are facing a wait of 20 months to see a dentist, it has been revealed. The announcement was made as the government revealed a new oral health strategy, which outlines a five year plan to improve access to dental services and reduce rates of decay on the […]