Archive for the ‘Oral health’ Category
Irish Dental Union Angered by Secret Cutbacks
The Irish Dental Union is outraged, after it was revealed that the Health Service Executive spent millions of euros less than promised on dental care. New figures have confirmed that the HSE spent 11.5 million euros less than promised on dental services for medical card holders last year. The Irish Dental Union said that the […]
Swanage Residents Angered as NHS Dentist goes Private
Residents in Swanage have reacted angrily to news that the only NHS dental practice in the town is set to go private. Patients currently registered with the Regency Dental Practice in King Street have started a petition after it was confirmed that the practice will go private in March. Mandy Mason, a mother of two, […]
New Dental Clinic will Ease Pressure on Waiting Lists on Skye
A new dental clinic has opened in Portree, providing relief for hundreds of people on the Isle of Skye. Currently, there are more than two thousand people on the waiting list and some people have been faced with a 250 mile round trip to see a dentist. The waiting list accounts for quarter of the […]
Dentists to Offer Advice on Lifestyle Factors
Dentists are in the perfect position to offer advice about lifestyle factors, according to a report released by a panel of experts. As a result, dentists and other health professionals will be encouraged to talk to patients about their lifestyle choices and the implications of their actions. The British Dental Association has supported a report […]
New Mobile Unit to Serve Rural Areas in Malaysia
A new mobile unit will soon be launched to severe rural areas in Malaysia. The Health Ministry has confirmed that a new 1Malaysia dental unit will soon hit the roads to provide dental care for people living in remote communities. Health Director General, Dr Hasan Abdul Rahman, confirmed that the project will be launched in […]
BDA Warns Dental Care for Older People a Problem in the UK
The British Dental Association has warned that dental care for older people is a problem in the UK following the recent release of a report. The report claims that older people are underserved and there are concerns about the future of oral healthcare for older people. The report also suggested that oral health was not […]
New Toothbrush to keep Periodontal Disease at Bay
A new toothbrush has promised to keep periodontal disease at bay and prevent dentists from having to repeat costly procedures. The Emmi-dent non-abrasive toothbrush claims to combat problems associated with periodontal disease and studies show that most people notice a difference after just two days. The brush has already received positive feedback in Europe and […]
Fort Wayne Dentist Making a Difference in Honduras
A dentist from Fort Wayne is making a difference to people in need, after setting up a non-profit organisation in Honduras. Dr Thomas Blake first visited Honduras in 2000 and decided to set up a charity to help provide dental care for those living in poor communities. Sonrisas Siempre was established in 2009 after many […]
Milton Keynes Children Invited to Dental Drop-in Sessions
Children in Milton Keynes have been invited to attend free dental drop-in sessions at Sure Start Children’s Centres in the area. The Oral Health Promotion Team has encouraged parents to bring their children for a free check-up. Events will be held at Sure Start Centres in Beanhill, Bletchley, Fishermead and Fullers Slade over the course […]
Free Dental Check-ups for Workers in Dubai
Workers from labour camps in Dubai have been given free dental check-ups, as part of a campaign to raise awareness of the importance of oral health. The ‘Healthy Mouth, Healthy Nation’ campaign, run by Crest and Oral B, is designed to teach people about oral hygiene and make them aware of the importance of good […]
