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Dental implant firm celebrates success
One of the UK’s leading dental implant firms is celebrating huge growth. Figures show that the number of dentists using Implantium has increased significantly over the course of the last year; user numbers have more than doubled and figures have increased for the last 17 months. The figures relate to the Dentium-produced implants. Julie Davies, […]
Alnwick dentist preparing to take Great North run
A dentist from Alnwick is preparing to tackle the Great North Run to raise money for a local school. Scott Williamson, from Market Street Dental Practice, will take on the gruelling half-marathon to raise money for his son’s school; the money he raises will go towards the Tweedmouth Grove Special School Holiday Fund, which provides […]
Twitter could Reveal Public Oral Health Worries
A study has suggested that Twitter could be used to reveal public health and dental concerns. The study, which was published in the Journal of Dental Research, revealed that people often tweet about their oral health problems, with many posting short messages about suffering from toothache and other dental conditions. The results of the study […]
Newcastle’s New Star Denied U.S. Visa Over Unpaid Dental Bill
Newcastle United’s new signing was denied a visa to the USA after it was revealed that he had failed to pay a dental bill on a previous visit. Summer signing Yohan Cabaye was denied entry to the United States for the club’s pre-season tour, because he failed to pay for dental treatment carried out while […]
Increased Investment for NHS Dental Services in North Yorkshire
Health bosses in North Yorkshire have announced extra investment for dental services in the area. Executives at NHS North Yorkshire and York have confirmed that extra money will be spent to enable everyone in the area to access an NHS dentist by April 2012. Representatives from the trust said that one million pounds will be […]
New Oral Health Project Will Help Thousands
A new oral health project, which was established by the British Dental Health Foundation, is set to help thousands of people. The BDHF launched the Oral Health Education Project to improve national standards of oral health, by supporting local oral health projects. The campaign has also been supported by Wrigley’s, who has donated £100,000 from […]
Dental Firm Offers Tips for Travelling Abroad
Most families spend a considerable amount of money on their summer holiday, so the last thing they want is to end up paying a lot more for emergency dental care during their trip. Health firm Eludril and Elgydium, which manufactures specialist mouthwash and toothpaste, have offered tips for travellers to help them avoid incurring additional […]
Colgate Oral Health Month Will Take Place in September
Representatives from Colgate-Palmolive have confirmed that the Oral Health Month campaign will take place in September. The campaign is supported by the British Dental Association, along with industry experts and professionals, with the aim to raise awareness of oral health, encourage more people to get involved in oral health and adopt good oral hygiene habits. […]
Derry Dentists Provide Dental Care for Children from Chernobyl
Dentists from across Derry joined forces to provide dental care for a group of children from Chernobyl. Dentist Mary Mooney, of Quayside Dental Care, set about organising a team of dentists after she heard that a group of children from Chernobyl were visiting Ireland. Dental practices across the city agreed to help and 25 children […]
MSP Hosts Meeting with NHS to Discuss Harris Dental Services
A Member of the Scottish Parliament hosted a meting with the chief executive of NHS Western Isles, to discuss issues facing dental services in Harris. Alasdair Allan, MSP for the Western Isles met with chief executive Gordon Jamieson to talk about the future of NHS dental services in Harris. The meeting was called in light […]
