Archive for the ‘Dentistry abroad’ Category
More Than 50% Of Children Have Tooth Decay In Australia
More than half of children in Australia have tooth decay, according to new statistics. Two major reports were released at the end of last week, detailing the state of oral health among Australia’s children. The first report provided an overall insight into standards of oral health among children in Australia, while the second report provided […]
Dental Experts Issue Warning Over Jaw Surgery Sweeping South Korea
Dental experts in Korea have issued a warning over a new trend sweeping South Korea; according to leading dentists, a procedure to decrease the size of the jaw has become increasingly popular and women are putting their health at risk in pursuit of beauty. The procedure, which involves cutting the jaw bone tissue to realign […]
Figures Show Progress In Dental Numbers In Ayrshire And Arran
New figures reveal progress for dental services in Ayrshire and Arran; the latest statistics show that there has been a significant increase in the number of adults and children who are registered with a dentist. Cunninghame North MSP, Kenneth Gibson, was delighted to hear news of the figures from Health Secretary, Alex Neil, with figures […]
Bupa Set To Buy Australia’s Biggest Dental Group
Bupa is set to agree a deal to buy Australia and New Zealand’s biggest dental group, Dental Corp. The move has been cleared by the courts and the takeover is said to be worth £244 million. Today Victoria’s Supreme Court ruled that Bupa’s Australian division could go ahead and buy Dental Corp; the move will […]
Dental Waiting Lists To Be Slashed In South Australia
Dental waiting lists will be cut in South Australia as a result of a new partnership with the Federal Government. Health minister, Jack Snelling, revealed that the government expects waiting times to fall from 12.5 months to 7-8 months by the end of this year. This new cut comes as a result of a new […]
More Irish Dental Patients Going Abroad For Treatment
More dental patients are deciding to look abroad for cheaper treatment, according to the most recent figures. Northern Ireland and Eastern Europe have emerged as popular destinations or Irish patients, as prices are considerably lower than in the Republic. Figures show that prices in Dublin are particularly high and a large proportion of people have […]
Aboriginal Dental Health In Crisis
Dental experts are concerned about the dental health of the Aboriginal population of Australia. Orthodontist, Dr John Owen, from the Kimberley Dental Team, feels that the issue is a hidden crisis, with standards of health very poor and many people suffering from problems that are largely preventable. Dr Owen is one of many dentists trying […]
Funding Boost For Dental Services In Queensland
Health officials have confirmed that additional funds will be made available for public dental services in Queensland. Officials from the South West Hospital and Health Service confirmed that additional funding worth $162,000 has been approved; the money will be used to expand services in Roma and St George. Jenny Flynn, community and allied health director […]
Ambulatory Healthcare Services To Host Dental Health Workshops In Abu Dhabi
Ambulatory Healthcare Services, part of the Abu Dhabi Health Services Company, has announced a series of workshops to educate parents about oral hygiene and healthy living for children. AHS will run a series of workshops to focus on health issues affecting children aged between 6 and 12 years old. The event will take place at […]
Irish Scientists Confirm Hepatitis C Cases In Dental And Medical Tourists
Scientists in Ireland have confirmed a number of hepatitis C cases in patients who have travelled abroad for medical and dental treatment. There are also several cases linked to tattoo application. According to Professor Suzanne Norris, consultant hepatologist at St James’ Hospital, cases of hepatitis C have been identified in a number of patients. Scientists […]
