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Dereham dentist downs his drill after 37 years at the same practice
A Dereham dentist has downed his drill after spending 37 years at the same practice. Mike Edgecombe has been tending to the smiles of Dereham residents since 1982, caring for several members of the same families and watching generations come and go. Dr Edgecombe, 60, said that he was sad to be leaving Wellington House […]
Dental charges rise in England
NHS dental patients taking a trip to their local practice will now face higher bills, as a planned price hike came into play on 1st April. Earlier this year, the Department of Health announced fee increases for NHS dental services in England. The new charges, which equate to a 5% rise in England, have been […]
The trendy fads your dentist wants you to avoid
You can’t read a newspaper, go on social media or flick through a magazine without coming across new beauty trends and must-try fads. The trouble is that there’s a huge amount of conflicting information out there, and health experts believe that many of the trends that are generating a buzz are ineffective, and could even […]
Teacher shares shocking images of blistered tongue caused by energy drink obsession
A teacher who confessed to downing at least 5 cans of energy drinks per day has shared shocking images of his blistered, worn tongue to raise awareness of the potential dangers of the popular, sugar-laden drinks. Dan Royals took to social media to alert the public to the dangers of consuming energy drinks. Dan used […]
Plans to turn a Cleadon residential property into a dental surgery are rejected
Plans to turn a residential property in Cleadon into a dental surgery have been rejected. South Tyneside Council has turned down an application to create a new surgery for the second time amid concerns about a shortage of parking. Last year, an application to change the use of the property, which is located off Front […]
New report suggests over 85% of dentists could leave the NHS in the next 5 years
A new report suggests that 86% of dentists could leave the NHS within the next five years. Practice Plan’s 2018 NHS Confidence Monitor report revealed that there is widespread discontent among NHS dental professionals, with many saying that the current contract has negative implications for both dentists and patients. The report compiled data based on […]
Lerwick Police appeal for information after dental surgery is targeted by ‘mindless’ vandals
Police officers in Lerwick, Shetland, have appealed for information after a dental surgery was targeted by ‘mindless’ vandals. The force is asking people who saw anyone hanging around Montfield Dental Unit to get in touch, after the windows of the clinic were broken. Police believe that vandals threw stones at the windows at some point […]
Sheffield dental clinic to stop providing NHS services
A dental clinic in Sheffield will stop providing NHS services, the owner of the practice has confirmed. Sandygate Dental in Crosspool will temporarily cease to offer NHS dental care due to a shortage of staff, which has impacted capacity. The clinic has advertised for a new dentist to join the team, but has been unable […]
North Shields dentist calls for improved food labelling to tackle high rates of tooth decay
A dentist from North Shields is calling for improved food labelling to tackle high rates of tooth decay. Dentist Ewan Bramley, from Ewan Bramley Dental Care, has appealed to food manufacturers to make labels clearer to enable people to buy healthier foods. Describing the current system as a “load of rubbish,” Mr Bramley said that […]
Brighouse dental practice teams up with Leeds United to form new partnership
A dental team from a practice based in Brighouse has joined forces with Leeds United to create a brand new partnership. Town Hall Dental will provide dental treatment and care for all the players and staff members at the Championship club, and help them to drive their projects in the local community forward. The practice, […]
