Archive for the ‘Dentistry abroad’ Category
University Of New England College Of Dental Medicine Opens Doors To Inaugural Class
The College of Dental Medicine at the University of New England has officially opened its doors. The new, state of the art dental school is the only dental college in the North of New England. The school, which is located on the university’s Portland Campus, will provide exceptional training and learning facilities for students, starting […]
Hampshire Dentist Prepares For Africa Mission
A dentist from Hampshire is preparing for a charity mission in East Africa. Dr Peter Saund, from Eastleigh, will visit Kibera, Africa’s biggest slum town located close to Nairobi. The aim of his trip is to educate and train a doctor to carry out basic dental treatment. He will also be working with a team […]
Could British Patients Be Sent To India For Treatment To Save Money?
Proposals for the NHS to work with private medical firms in India have been unveiled, causing shock and anger among patient groups and health professionals. Former health secretary Patricia Hewitt, who is also chairwoman of the UK India Business Council, revealed plans to send UK doctors to India and vice-versa. This is in a bid […]
Sydney Dentist On Trial For Mistreating Patients
A trial has begun for a Sydney dentist who is accused of mistreating a number of nursing home patients; Mr Andrew Istephan is believed to have treated a dozen patients without authorisation. Mr Istephan has been charged with 12 counts of assault in connection with the treatment of 12 patients at nursing homes in Sydney. […]
New Zealand Dentists Angered By City Council Leaflet
Dental experts in New Zealand have been left frustrated and angry by information given out to the public by Hamilton City Council. Experts have accused the city council of providing the public with misleading information about fluoridation. Fluoride was removed from the city’s water supplies in June, despite opposition from the Ministry of Health. Dental […]
Greens Promote Pensioner Advantageous Dental System
The Green Party in Australia is promoting a new dental system, which would benefit pensioners. The plan would act as an extension to the existing system, which is means-tested for children under the age of 17 years old and would benefit pensioners and people who receive state benefits. The new system for children is due […]
Hungarian Dental Practice Opens In London
A Hungarian dental practice has opened in London following huge success in Budapest. The Smilesavers clinic has opened to build on the increased demand for treatment at the Budapest location from dental tourists in the UK. The clinic opened once a week to begin with, but has quickly become very popular and is now open […]
RAF Dentist Expands Patient List To Include Canines In Afghanistan
An RAF dentist has taken on a new challenge during his tour of Afghanistan. In addition to providing emergency dental care for NATO troops, Squadron Leader Stuart Marshall has also treated two military dogs. Squadron Leader Marshall, from Batley, had never treated an animal before he landed in Afghanistan for a tour of duty in […]
Chinese Researchers Grow New Teeth From Urine
Researchers in China have used human urine to grow new teeth. The findings of a new study, which have been published in Cell Regeneration Journal, showed that human urine can be used a source of stem cells to grow new teeth. During the trial, tiny teeth-like structures started to develop and the team is hoping […]
New Zealand Patients Opting for Dental Tourism
More and more patients hailing from New Zealand are heading over to Thailand in order to receive cheaper dental treatments. According to the New Zealand Dental Association, Kiwis are willing to purchase travel packages abroad in order to receive cosmetic dental treatments at the same time. However, the dental association warns of the risks they […]
