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Cirencester woman files her own teeth after struggling to get a dental appointment
A woman from Cirencester said that she was forced to file her own teeth after struggling to get a dental appointment. Isobel Sadler chipped her tooth on Sunday July 24th but was informed that she would have to wait until the end of October to see a dentist. When she called her local practice, she […]
Popular Swindon dental practice to close
A popular dental practice in Swindon is set to close this autumn, it has been confirmed. Thomas, Huws and Associates will shut in September as both dentists prepare to retire. Any appointments that have been made from September onwards will be cancelled and patients who are currently undergoing treatment will be prioritised in the coming […]
Scottish siblings add new practice to growing dental business
A brother and sister team based in Scotland has added a new practice to its growing dental business. Rose and Rob Campbell bought their first practice with business partner, James Gibson, from their parents. The acquisition of the Musselburgh surgery was followed by a North Berwick practice in 2019. The trio has recently added a […]
Welsh Government issues new guidelines for 12-monthly check-ups to reduce backlogs
The Welsh Government has issued new guidelines recommending less frequent dental check-ups. Under new measures, patients who have good oral health will be encouraged to attend routine appointments once a year instead of twice. It is hoped that the guidance will free up time for dentists to clear backlogs and reduce waiting times for patients. […]
Father and son charged with Grimsby dental practice burglary after posing as prospective patients
A father and son have been charged with burglary after posing as prospective patients at a dental surgery in Grimsby. Colin Graves, 42 and his son, Jack Morgan, 25, stole money from behind the reception desk at Dentology. The pair had enquired about registering at the practice to distract the receptionist before taking money from […]
Clyde Munro to open state-of-the-art dental clinic and training centre in Perth
Scotland’s largest dental chain, Clyde Munro, is opening a brand new, state-of-the-art dental clinic and training facility in the centre of Perth. The project, which will cost over £1 million, will bring cutting-edge dental services and training facilities to the city. Clyde Munro is creating the clinic in association with Dentsply Sirona, a multinational manufacturer, […]
Belfast woman describes dental tourism experience as ‘sheer hell’
A woman from Belfast who travelled to Turkey to undergo dental treatment has described her experience as “sheer hell.” Amanda Turner, a betting shop owner, said that she wanted to tell people about her experience to alert them to the possible risks of travelling abroad for dental treatment. Amanda, 34, was lured in by cut-price […]
Portsmouth patients in limbo as dental practice sale delayed
Patients in Portsmouth have been left in limbo after the sale of a city centre practice stalled. The mydentist practice in Kingston Crescent in the North End part of the city was due to be sold to Astradent, but there has been a delay. Patients at the practice were informed of the impending deal in […]
Berwick dental patients face uncertainty as mydentist announces practice closure
Dental patients in Berwick are facing uncertainty after mydentist announced the closure of its Castlegate practice. The chain has confirmed that the practice, which offers both private and NHS dental services, will shut at the end of September. Patients have been notified, with the operator citing staff shortages as the primary reason. Despite ongoing efforts, […]
Almost 90% of UK dentists have treated patients who have been abroad for treatment
A new survey has revealed that almost 90% of UK dentists have treated patients who have undergone dental procedures abroad. The study, which was conducted by the British Dental Association (BDA), showed that 86% of dentists have treated patients who have developed issues after visiting a dentist overseas. The most common problems were with dental […]
