Posts Tagged ‘North west’
Dental anxiety most common in the North West, survey reveals
A new survey has suggested that dental patients in the North West of England are most likely to suffer from dental anxiety. Research conducted by the Dental Law Partnership revealed that 94% of participants in the region have experienced signs and symptoms of anxiety when taking a trip to the dentist. This figure is significantly […]
Lancashire dentist urges patients to use mouth guards, as new year fitness regimes get into full swing
It’s that time of year again when many of us try and stick to resolutions to eat more vegetables and do more exercise. As many head for the gym and vow to become more active, a dentist from Lancashire is encouraging those interested in contact, team and fighting sports to invest in a mouth guard. […]
Fearless dentist completes Ironman challenge for charity
A fearless dentist from the North West has successfully completed an Ironman triathlon challenge for charity. Dr Zuber Bagasi, from Synergy Dental, tackled the Ironman UK Triathlon recently, successfully completing three gruelling stages to raise funds for good causes. Dr Bagasi took on a 2.5-mile swim, a 112-mile cycle and a 26-mile marathon to complete […]
Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Appoints Special Care Dentistry Fellow
Lancashire Teaching Hospitals has become the first trust in the North West to appoint a fellow in special care dentistry. Stephanie King has been appointed to develop the provision of specialist dental care for adults with disabilities and medical and mental health conditions. Stephanie will be involved in research, which will be used to shape […]
Committee raises concerns over dental strategy
A committee set up to oversee dental services on the Isle of Man has raised concerns over oral health strategy on the island. The Department of Health began a five year consultation on oral health services in September last year and a draft strategy revealed that standards of oral health were amongst the worst in […]
