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Plans to open new NHS dental practice in Wymondham revealed
Plans to open a new NHS dental practice in Wymondham, South Norfolk, have been revealed. The proposals are part of a wider plan to develop land north of Elm Farm Business Park. If the plans get the go ahead, the 2.7-acre site will be developed to create five new houses and a new dental surgery. […]
Dentists to get 4.5% pay rise in Scotland
NHS dental professionals are set to receive a 4.5% pay rise in Scotland. Health secretary, Humza Yousaf, confirmed that NHS dental and medical staff will be given a 4.5% pay rise, which will be backdated to April 1st. He said that the raise “demonstrates that we value all our medical and dental staff and the […]
Patients urged to see their dentist for routine check-ups every 2 years
The NHS is urging patients who have healthy teeth to see their dentist for routine check-ups every 2 years as part of new contract guidelines, which are designed to improve access to NHS services. Many people are used to going for a check-up every 6-12 months, but the new NHS contract suggests that patients with […]
NHS announces first changes to the dental contract for 16 years
The NHS has announced major changes to the dental contract for the first time in over 16 years. The government asked NHS England to take the lead on the next phase of modernising the NHS dental contract in March 2021. For the past 12 months, contract negotiations and talks between NHS staff, frontline dental professionals […]
Health and dental care settings encouraged to reintroduce face masks
Health and dental care settings have been encouraged to reintroduce face coverings as Covid-19 case numbers rise. NHS England has asked GP practices, dental clinics and hospitals in the Midlands to ask patients, staff and visitors to wear face coverings amid a surge in the number of Covid cases. Statistics show that there has been […]
Scottish dental firm expands its portfolio after acquiring Peebles practice
A Scottish dental firm has expanded its portfolio after acquiring a dental practice in Peebles. Perthshire-based Infinityblu Dental Care and Implant Clinic has taken over Kingsmeadows Dental Practice in Peebles. The latest acquisition is a sign of continued growth, with the chain consolidating its presence in the Borders. The purchase price was £450,000. The firm, […]
Shrewsbury dentist has plenty to smile about after acquiring share of local practice
A dentist from Shrewsbury has plenty to smile about after acquiring a share of a popular local practice. Dr Paul Godbold is now the owner of a 33% stake in New Park House Dental. Paul has worked at the practice for four years and has more than 20 years of experience. The practice has eight […]
Mum lucky to be alive after discovering a brain tumour on trip to Turkey for dental treatment
A mum of two from Consett said that she is lucky to be alive after discovering that she had a brain tumour during a visit to Turkey for dental treatment. Lisa Robinson, 44, travelled to Antalya to have a consultation before having dental implant treatment but was advised to go to hospital after becoming unwell […]
Dentists want new regulations to reduce sugar content in baby food
Dentists have called for swift action to reduce the sugar content of popular baby food products. A new report compiled by the British Dental Association shows that some best-selling baby food pouches contain more sugar than fizzy drinks. The BDA study found that more than 25% of the 109 food pouches analysed contained more sugar […]
Campaigners welcome plans for new Ipswich dental centre
Campaigners have welcomed plans for a new dental centre in Ipswich. Members of Toothless in Suffolk have welcomed news of a brand new facility, which will open at the University of Suffolk campus in Ipswich. The group launched during the pandemic to call for urgent action to improve access to local dental services. Although the […]
