Archive for the ‘General’ Category
Football teams to trial new mouthguards as part of a study into the effects of heading balls
Liverpool and Manchester City womens’ and youth teams are set to trial new mouthguards as part of a study to determine the effects of heading the ball. The innovative mouthguards, which are already used in rugby, collect real-time data, which will provide valuable information for researchers working on projects related to the impact of heading […]
Immigration rule changes will make it easier to recruit dental therapists
A change in immigration rules will make it easier to recruit employees for health and care jobs, including dental therapists, experienced carers and nurses. Under new guidelines announced by the government, candidates who want to apply for posts from overseas will be able to take advantage of a simpler and faster process to obtain a […]
Lanarkshire dentists unable to provide full range of services due to PPE shortages
Some dentists in Lanarkshire claim that they are unable to provide a full range of services for patients due to a shortage of PPE supplies. Dentists in Rutherglen and Cambuslang have reported problems accessing PPE, which has prevented them from offering patients certain treatments and services. Some practices have encountered delays with deliveries from NHS […]
Bingley dentist hangs up his drill after 54 years in the business
A dentist from Bingley has officially hung up his drill after treating patients for 54 years. At the age of 78, David Pulman was one of England’s oldest working dentists when he retired in June. David has spent the last 46 years working at Park Road Dental Practice, and he reluctantly decided to retire after […]
The Oral Health Foundation approves first bamboo toothbrush
The Oral Health Foundation has given its seal of approval to a bamboo toothbrush for the first time. The charity’s expert panel has officially accredited the Bambooth range of brushes. The Bambooth collection features brushes, which have a muso bamboo handle. Muso bamboo is the fastest-growing renewable material in the world and it is also […]
Kirklees dental practice owners criticise the council after pedestrianisation plans block entrance
The owners of a dental practice in Huddersfield have criticised council plans to create a new pedestrianised zone in the town centre, as it will prevent employees and patients from being able to drive into the car park. Courtyard Dental Practice on King Street will effectively lose access to its private car park if plans […]
Brighton dental technician criticises council decision to create new cycle lane
A dental technician from Brighton has criticised the local council for creating a new temporary cycle lane, which will block access to disabled parking outside his practice. Andrew Evans, from The Dental Practice UK, which is located in Preston Road, said that he felt like he had been “bullied” by the council because he was […]
NHS dentists set for a pay rise
NHS dentists and doctors will receive a 2.8% pay rise, which will be backdated to April 2020, the Chancellor has confirmed. Rishi Sunak has acted on the findings of the Review Body on Doctors’ and Dentists’ Remuneration Report, confirming an increase of 2.8%, which equates to £2,200- £3,000 for consultants, £1,100- £2,100 for speciality doctors […]
Man who was too scared to go to the dentist for 27 years shares his story after having his jaw removed
A man who was too scared to go to the dentist for 27 years has shared his story after having his jaw removed. Darren Wilkinson, 51, hadn’t been to see a dentist in almost 30 years when he finally plucked up the courage to seek help last year. Darren took the decision after he started […]
NHS England confirms new contracts for dental practices in Portsmouth
NHS England has confirmed that new contracts will be awarded to dental practices in Portsmouth in July. Representatives from NHS England have been looking for providers to take on new contracts after Swiss chain, Colosseum Dental, closed down three city centre practices in 2019. The unexpected move left thousands of patients without access to a […]
