Archive for the ‘Coronavirus’ Category
Ryedale dental practice invests in innovative virus-killing technology
A dental practice in Ryedale has become the first in the UK to install Radic8, an innovative unit, which kills 99.9% of respiratory viruses, including coronavirus. Riverdale Healthcare in Kirkbymoorside, is believed to be the first UK clinic to showcase the virus-killing technology. The unit, known as Radic8, kills viruses by releasing sterilised air on […]
Dentists in Leicester urged to use their ‘clinical judgement’ to decide whether to close during local lockdown
NHS England has advised dental practice owners in Leicester to use their ‘clinical judgement’ to decide whether to close during the local lockdown. Following a surge in cases in Leicester, lockdown measures have been reintroduced to try and eliminate the spread of infection. Planned changes, which came into action in other parts of England on […]
Dentists in Wales to introduce a wider range of services
Dentists in Wales will be able to introduce a wider range of services, as lockdown measures are gradually eased across the country. The Welsh Government has confirmed that dental practices will be able to provide a more comprehensive selection of services as part of a phased easing of the lockdown. During lockdown, the majority of […]
Private dental fees set to increase, as PPE prices soar
Private dental fees are set to increase in the UK, as the cost of PPE (personal protective equipment) soars. The British Dental Association has warned that patients could face a price hike, as dental practices struggle to cover running costs. The price of PPE has increased by up to 6000% since January due to a […]
Lincolnshire dental patient feels ‘abandoned’ after struggling to get an appointment
Dental practices in England have now been open for over three weeks, but many patients are still struggling to get the care they need. A Lincolnshire patient is one of many who feel they have been let down during the lockdown. The man, who chose not to reveal his name, lost a crown shortly after […]
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 […]
British Dental Association in Northern Ireland warns that dentistry ‘hangs in the balance’
The British Dental Association in Northern Ireland has warned that the future of dentistry ‘hangs in the balance.’ Richard Graham, chair of the BDA Northern Ireland’s Practice Committee claimed that without help from the government, practices face a bleak future. Speaking at a meeting of Stormont’s health committee, Mr Graham said that practices will not […]
Chichester dentist praises new Covid-secure ways of working
A dentist from Chichester has praised new Covid-secure ways of working, stressing that the measures introduced to reduce infection have been working “really well.” Roger Scholes, from Market House Dental Practice, explained that the new systems that have been introduced to minimise contact have actually increased efficiency and benefited patients and staff. To reduce social […]
Dental patients in Cambridgeshire braced for increased charges
Dental patients in Cambridgeshire have been urged to prepare for increased charges to cover the cost of PPE. Practices in the county have informed patients that prices may rise to legislate for the increased cost of providing staff with personal protective equipment. Practices in England have been open since the 8th June, but clinics are […]
BAPD urges the government to revise PPE and fallow time requirements for dentists
The British Association of Private Dentists is urging the government to revise guidelines related to PPE and fallow time between patients. In an open letter to Public Health England, dentists encouraged public health officials and ministers to consider altering the current regulations. The BAPD claims that the fallow period, which is set at an hour […]
