Cosmetic Dentistry Guide News
New Zealand dentists join forces to host free dental event
Dentists from 80 dental clinics across New Zealand have joined forces to provide free treatment for over a thousand patients over the course of the last couple of weeks. As part of an event organised by the New Zealand Dental Association and Southern Cross Healthcare, volunteers from practices all over the country teamed up to […]
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 […]
Norfolk parents raise concerns over access to NHS dental care after statistics reveal more than 70,000 children haven’t seen a dentist in the last year
Norfolk parents have raised concerns over access to NHS dental care in the region after an article was published in the local press claiming that more than 70,000 children hadn’t seen a dentist in the last year. After the story was aired on the radio and published and shared online, a number of parents got […]
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 […]
Wickford dental practice backs new scheme to encourage parents to take their children to the dentist
Recently, figures revealed a significant decrease in the proportion of children attending dental appointments in the Brentford and Basildon areas, and a local practice is determined to play its part in improving standards of oral health. Cygnet Dental Practice, which is based in nearby Wickford, is offering local schools and nurseries the chance to organise […]
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 […]
Ilola the lion cub undergoes dental treatment at Werribee Open Range Zoo
Dentists in Victoria, Australia had a very special patient recently. A specialist dentist joined keepers at Werribee Open Range Zoo to treat Ilola, a 12-month old lion cub who was suffering from a painful dental infection. Ilola needed four teeth extracting after it was revealed that she had developed an infection as a result of […]
Yorkshire beautician fined for providing illegal tooth whitening treatment
A beautician from Yorkshire has been fined after providing illegal tooth whitening treatment. Emma Hood, from Redcar, has been prosecuted by the General Dental Council following an investigation into services she offered at her salon, The Vibe. Ms Hood, 31, was found to be offering bleaching treatment at a price of £45. Under EU legislation, […]
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 […]
