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Plans to open new NHS dental practice in Sleaford revealed
Plans to open a brand new dental practice in Sleaford have been revealed. Treeline Dental Care, which currently has a surgery based in Nottingham, is planning to open a new NHS practice in Sleaford in January 2019. Treeline Dental director, Dr Jimmey Palahey, said that it was a very exciting time, and it was an […]
Suffolk community dentists show off their Makaton skills
A group of dental professionals from Suffolk has been showing off its Makaton skills. Three dental nurses and a dentist from Community Dental Services have been learning Makaton to enable them to communicate better with patients who have learning difficulties and those who struggle to communicate. The dental service is the first in the country […]
Peterhead dental practice gets the green light for expansion plans following government intervention
A dental practice in Peterhead has been given the green light for expansion plans after the government intervened. Councillors in Aberdeenshire said that proposals put forward by Queen Street Dental would have a “negative impact” on the local area, but the plans have now been approved by the Scottish Government. The plans outlined ideas for […]
The UK’s priciest bungalow goes up for sale complete with its own dental surgery
One of the most eye-catching properties in the UK has come up for sale. With a price tag of around £4.5 million, a bungalow in the much sought-after area of Canford Cliffs has become the most expensive single-storey residence in Britain. The bungalow will turn heads due to its location a stone’s throw from prestigious […]
Half of adults in England skip regular dental appointments
New statistics from NHS Digital show that half of adults in England haven’t been to an NHS dentist in the last two years. Figures reveal that 50.7 percent of adults saw an NHS dentist in the last two years, despite the fact that dentists recommend check-ups every 6-24 months. The figures suggest a decrease in […]
Newcastle Emlyn dental practice reopens following relocation
A dental practice based in Newcastle Emlyn has reopened after moving to new premises. Emlyn Dental Care has relocated from its previous home in Adpar to a new site in Church Lane, which was previously used as a day centre. Neil and Arwel Jones, the owners of the practice, hosted an opening celebration to welcome […]
The number of complaints about GP and dental services in Wakefield falls, new figures confirm
New figures revealed a decrease in the number of complaints made about GP and dental services in Wakefield. Data released by Wakefield Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) showed that the number of written complaints has fallen since 2016/2017. Between April 2016 and March 2017, the CCG received a total of 571 written complaints about GP and […]
Frinton dental practice a step closer to securing the green light for expansion plans
The owners of a dental practice in Frinton have moved a step closer to securing the green light for expansion plans. The proprietors of Elm Tree surgery have submitted a planning application to replace the current premises with a larger, more modern building. The move to destroy the current site and create a new, purpose-built […]
Hundreds of patients apply to register with Spalding’s new dental surgery
Hundreds of people have applied to join the register at a new dental surgery in Spalding after it was revealed that the clinic, which is set to open in January, is now accepting new patients. Around one thousand people have already contacted the practice, which is due to open its doors to patients for the […]
New figures show salary decrease for dentists in England, Wales and Northern Ireland
New figures from NHS Digital have revealed a decrease in salary for dentists in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Statistics show that dentists’ earnings in England and Wales have fallen by 0.7% to an average annual income of £68,700. In Northern Ireland, dentists have experienced a much greater drop in earnings, with average salaries decreasing […]
