Cosmetic Dentistry Guide News
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 […]
Penarth dental team gets in a spin for charity
A dental team from Penarth has taken place in a sponsored spin-a-thon to raise money for a good cause. Dentist, nurses and reception staff from Bupa Dental hosted a fun day, which featured an eight-hour spin-a-thon, to raise funds for the neonatal unit at the University Hospital of Wales. The team decided to host the […]
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 […]
Paignton Zoo baboons polish up on dental hygiene, as they are spotted flossing
It’s well documented that humans have a lot in common with members of the ape family, but most of us will never have given much thought to how monkeys take care of their teeth. Recently, in a display captured by keepers at Paignton Zoo, it became clear that it’s not just human beings who like […]
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 […]
US dental experts encourage patients to switch back to fluoride toothpaste, as figures suggest a dramatic increase in the popularity of fluoride-free products
Dental experts in the US are encouraging patients to switch back to fluoride toothpaste after figures revealed a dramatic increase in the popularity of fluoride-free products. The use of fluoride in toothpaste and the issue of water fluoridation stir up fervent debate in the US. There is a great deal of support for fluoride-free campaigns, […]
Bupa acquires new Kent dental clinic
Bupa Dental has acquired a new dental practice in Kent. The chain has agreed to take over the Hospital Lane Dental and Implant Clinic as part of an ongoing expansion programme. The clinic marks Bupa Dental’s 17th new acquisition in 2018. The chain already manages over 470 dental surgeries across the UK and Ireland, and […]
Bude dentist retires after 30 years in the same town
A highly-respected dentist has retired after treating patients in Bude for thirty years. Kathy Lawrence qualified over 40 years ago, and has spent three decades working in the town, most recently at Morwenna Dental Care in Bude. Before relocating to Cornwall, Kathy worked in Essex. She was initially based in Basildon, but fell in love […]
