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American dentists prepare patients for their first trip back to dental offices
Dentists in the US are preparing patients for their first trip back to the dental chair, as practices across several states reopen. Most dental offices closed in March as part of widespread lockdown measures, but more and more states are now opening up and easing down restrictions. Offices are up and running and dentists are […]
Dentists in Northern Ireland volunteer to help out in care homes
Over 70 dentists from Northern Ireland have volunteered to help out in care homes. Care homes have been hit hard by the Covid-19 crisis, with many residents vulnerable to infection and severe side-effects due to their age and underlying health conditions. In Northern Ireland, 76 dental professionals have offered to help care workers by providing […]
UK charity accuses food manufacturers of pushing sugary products during lockdown
UK charity, Action on Sugar, has accused manufacturers of capitalising on the Covid-19 outbreak by pushing sugary foods and drinks during lockdown. Katharine Jenner, campaign director and nutritionist, has warned that standards of oral health will suffer as a result of the crisis, with many people tempted to grab quick and easy snacks while working […]
Kent dentist raises concerns over waiting times for patients
A dentist from Kent has raised concerns over waiting times for patients after lockdown measures are lifted. Dr Ryan Abbasi, from the Centre for Dentistry, said that patients who are looking to book a routine appointment could be waiting months to see a dentist once practices are allowed to reopen. Dr Abbasi said that it […]
UK dentists looking to learn from other countries, as lockdown measures are eased
Dentists in the UK are looking to learn from practitioners and policy-makers in other countries, as lockdown measures are eased over the coming months. Although there has been no change in guidelines for UK practices yet, dental bodies are observing what is happening in other nations very closely. In the US, practices have started to […]
England chief dental officer urges dentists to prepare for ‘new era of dental care’
England’s chief dental officer has urged dentists to prepare for a ‘new era of dental care’ after the Coronavirus crisis. In a letter sent out to dental professionals, Sara Hurley explained that public health concerns would limit the return to normal practice, with routine procedures and appointments expected to be delayed for several weeks. As […]
Patients in the East of England can now access urgent dental care at 32 locations
Dental patients in the East who need immediate assistance during the Coronavirus lockdown can now access care at 32 locations across the region. Urgent dental centres have been set up across the country, with a total of 32 hubs in the East of England. Locations have been selected to ensure that patients don’t have to […]
Swindon dental patient praises local NHS staff following urgent dental hub visit
A Swindon dental patient was full of praise for the NHS after visiting a new urgent dental care hub. George Bevir, 41, had started treatment for an abscess in March before practices were closed and he was due to go back a few weeks after the initial appointment. When lockdown measures were introduced, George assumed […]
Leading London dentist offers online appointments and oral health advice
A leading London cosmetic dentist is offering online consultations and oral health advice during the lockdown to help patients take good care of their teeth. Dr Rhona Eskander is offering telephone appointments and uploading videos via Instagram Live to offer tips and tricks to keep smiles in shape and provide answers to frequently-asked questions. At […]
Tributes pour in for ‘pioneering’ Blackburn dentist
Colleagues, patients and friends have paid tribute to ‘pioneering’ Blackburn dentist, Lily Burke. Known as ‘Teddy’, Lily came to England having survived persecution during the Nazi regime in Germany and she became one of the most iconic dentists of her generation. Family members confirmed that Lily passed away at the age of 85 recently, and […]
