Archive for the ‘Coronavirus’ Category
Borough Green dentist shares details of new procedures as patients return
A Borough Green dentist has shared details of new procedures and guidelines, as patients return for appointments in England. Dr Aviva Riley, from Fourways Dental Surgery, has enforced a raft of measures to protect staff and patients, as England’s dental practices emerge from the lockdown. As part of new policies, Dr Riley has invested heavily […]
Half of Scottish dentists fear being unable to reopen after lockdown
More than half of dental practice owners in Scotland are worried that they might not be able to reopen after the lockdown if they don’t receive additional funding, a survey has revealed. According to new research conducted by the Scottish Dental Practice Owners (SDPO) Facebook group, 57% of dentists are considering keeping their doors closed, […]
Survey highlights patient concerns about going to the dentist after lockdown
A new survey suggests that many patients have reservations about going to the dentist after lockdown. As ministers gave practices in England the green light to reopen from June 8th, a new poll suggests that many patients may hold off returning to the dental chair. The survey, which was conducted by dental brand, Dr Heff’s […]
Welsh dentists seek earlier return, as practices reopen in England
Dentists in Wales have called for plans to be revised, after practices reopened in England. Under guidelines released by the Chief Dental Officer for Wales, surgeries will start opening as part of a phased return in July. The planned reopening from July has not been welcomed by some dentists, and a Cardiff dentist has now […]
Dentists in Wales prepare to go back to work in July
The chief dental officer for Wales, Dr Collette Bridgman, has announced plans to reopen dental practices in Wales from July. Dr Bridgman outlined proposals for a phased reopening from July 1st. During the first phase, urgent dental centres and dental clinics will be able to expand the range of services available to include treatments like […]
Dentists in England reopen after prolonged lockdown closure
Dental practices in England are opening their doors after a prolonged closure. The vast majority of clinics across the country have been closed since the end of March due to the Coronavirus outbreak. It is estimated that around a third of dental practices in England opened on June 8th, with more set to follow in […]
Mouth cancer charity urges people to check themselves during lockdown
A mouth cancer charity is encouraging members of the public to keep a close eye on their mouths during the lockdown. Let’s Talk About Mouth Cancer is urging the four chief dental officers in the UK to support a campaign launched to encourage people to look out for signs and symptoms and to perform mouth […]
Lincoln dentist expresses concerns over rushed return to work
A dentist based in Lincoln has expressed concerns over a rushed return to work. Kapil Sanghi, from West Parade Dental Care, said that he was shocked to hear that practices would be able to reopen from June 8th in England and suggested that dentists had not been given enough warning to prepare. Mr Sanghi also […]
Will differences in opening times lead to dental tourism in the UK?
Dentists in England are worried that differences in opening times in different parts of the UK will lead to dental tourists travelling over the border to get an appointment. Dentists have been told that they can reopen in England from June 8th, but professionals in Wales and Scotland are still waiting for the green light. […]
Welsh dentists call for earlier start dates for routine care to prevent backlogs
Dentists in Wales are calling for routine services to resume earlier to prevent a major backlog. Wales’ chief dental officer, Dr Colette Bridgman has confirmed that gradual steps will be taken to reopen dental clinics, but dentists are worried that patients could be waiting for routine treatments for up to a year. Lowri Leeke, a […]
