Archive for the ‘Oral health’ Category
Merry Hill Dental Practice Closes After Failing to Comply with CQC Guidelines
A dental practice in Merry Hill has been closed down by the Care Quality Commission after failing to comply with important health and safety guidelines. The CQC made a number of recommendations following an unannounced visit to the practice, which is located in Embankment, in November last year. The CQC closed down Smile Dental Clinic […]
Poor Brushing Technique Leads to Tooth Sensitivity
Most of us are aware that it is important to brush our teeth twice a day, but a good brushing technique is equally important and brushing too hard can actually cause long-term problems. Improper brushing can cause the gums to recede, which increases the risk of tooth sensitivity, an extremely common problem. Winnipeg dental hygienist, […]
Boston Residents Reminded of Jubilee Health Services
NHS Lincolnshire has reminded Boston residents of the availability of health services over the Jubilee bank holiday weekend. GP surgeries will be closed on Monday and Tuesday and the first port of call for patients requiring health services will be the NHS 111 telephone service. Patients will be asked about their symptoms and then referred […]
Sheffield Dentists Celebrate National Smile Month
Dentists in Sheffield are hosting events to celebrate National Smile Month and get kids involved in oral health. The annual campaign, which will run until the 20th June, is run by the British Dental Health Foundation and this year the charity is teaming up with Save Water Save Money to raise awareness of environmental issues, […]
Pensioner in Need of Long-Term Dental Treatment Following Vicious Attack
A pensioner was left with severe bruising and had two teeth knocked out after being attacked by a 31 year old man in Loughborough. The 74-year-old woman was approached by Brendan Patten and forced to the floor, where he repeatedly hit her and stole her bag. A local resident came to the pensioner’s rescue, attending […]
Toothbrush Swap to Take Place at the Big Sleep
Visitors to The Big Sheep attraction in North Devon are invited to swap their old toothbrush for a new one. The Big Sheep, one of Devon’s most popular family days out, is hosting a toothbrush swap courtesy of Torrington Dental Practice on the 7th June. Members of the public are invited to bring their old […]
Grand Opening Ceremony for New Royal Marines Dental and Medical Unit
A brand new multi-million pound Royal Marines medical and dental unit has been officially opened. The state of the art unit, which is located at the Bickleigh base in Plymouth, was officially opened with a grand ceremony. The unit will provide excellent care facilities for Royal Marines from 42 Commando and boasts a fully-equipped dental […]
Dentists Respond to OFT Accusations
The British Dental Association has hit back at accusations from the Office of Fair Trading following an investigation, which concluded that dentists are misleading patients over the cost of dental treatment and entitlement to NHS care. The report called for “major changes” to the current dental contract and also suggested clearer pricing and a simpler […]
Building Work Underway at New Health and Dental Centre
Building work is underway at a brand new health and dental centre in South Kirby. The new Community Health Centre, which will cost around £6.5 million, will house a dental surgery, a pharmacy, a base for health visitors and district nurses and a primary care centre. The start of construction was marked by a turf […]
British Dental Health Foundation Issue Advice for National Smile Month
The British Dental Health Foundation has issued advice about oral hygiene for National Smile Month. National Smile Month, an annual campaign run by the British Dental Health Foundation, will run until June 20th with a view to raise awareness of the importance of good oral health Recent figures have indicated that there is a long […]
