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Greater Manchester Healthwatch reports surge in calls as patients struggle to see a dentist

Greater Manchester Healthwatch reports surge in calls as patients struggle to see a dentist

The team at Greater Manchester Healthwatch has reported a surge in calls, as more and more residents struggle to see a dentist. Reports from the watchdog suggest that a growing number of local people have been unable to access dental care, with NHS practices struggling to cope with an increase in demand for services. Patients […]


Lancashire dental practice manager celebrates double award success

Lancashire dental practice manager celebrates double award success

A dental practice manager from Lancashire is all smiles after winning a prestigious award for the second year running. Sophie Etherington, from mydentist in Padiham Road, Burnley, scooped the Practice Manager of the Year Award at the Dental Awards 2021 a year after winning the same prize. The 29-year-old, who accepted her award at the […]


Top dentist offers advice for protecting the teeth when brushing

Top dentist offers advice for protecting the teeth when brushing

A leading dentist has issued advice to those eager to protect their smiles. Dr Richard Marques, from Doctor Richard London, stressed that thinking about when to brush the teeth is as important as remembering to brush twice a day. Many people brush their teeth after eating but Dr Marques has urged the public to try […]


Calderdale patients face long trips to see a dentist

Calderdale patients face long trips to see a dentist

Residents in Calderdale are facing long trips to see a dentist. Research suggests that there are currently no practices in Calderdale or Kirklees accepting new NHS patients. Healthwatch teams in the region have reported a surge in calls from people unable to get appointments, with a growing number of patients struggling to see a local […]


Government confirms extra places for medicine and dentistry courses for 2021

Government confirms extra places for medicine and dentistry courses for 2021

The government has confirmed extra places for medicine and dentistry courses for 2021. In response to a significant rise in applications, ministers have increased the number of available places at universities offering medical and dental programmes to enable more students to start studying this year. Numbers for medicine and dentistry are capped by the government. […]


English university offers dental students cash to defer following surge in university applications

English university offers dental students cash to defer following surge in university applications

An elite English university is offering students hoping to study dentistry a cash payment to defer following a surge in applications and a rise in the number of students achieving top grades. Students who have been offered a place to study dentistry at the university have been offered a sum of £10,000 to defer to […]


Watchdog highlights dental access issues across Yorkshire and the Humber

Watchdog highlights dental access issues across Yorkshire and the Humber

Healthwatch York has raised concerns over dental access issues after researchers found that no NHS practices in the region are offering appointments for routine care. A survey conducted by the group revealed that practices are not offering NHS treatment for new patients or providing appointments for routine services. Some of the practices contacted by the […]


Dentist takes to TikTok to advise against using mouthwash straight after brushing

Dentist takes to TikTok to advise against using mouthwash straight after brushing

Dentist, Anna Peterson, has taken to TikTok to offer advice to users to boost their dental health. Under the username, annapetersondental, Anna advised followers to avoid using mouthwash straight after brushing. The clip might have come as a surprise to many, as using mouthwash is usually seen as a positive step to improve dental hygiene […]


Stoke dental nurse launches new business selling healthy treats for dogs

Stoke dental nurse launches new business selling healthy treats for dogs

A dental nurse from Kidsgrove, near Stoke, has launched a new online business selling healthy, natural treats for dogs. Lucy Reynolds, 35, decided to set up her own business after taking steps to try and reduce plastic consumption at home. Lucy quickly realised that the supplies she was buying for her three dogs were contributing […]


Scottish dental practices taking on trainee nurses to receive free PPE

Scottish dental practices taking on trainee nurses to receive free PPE

Dental practices that take on trainee dental nurses are set to receive free enhanced PPE packages as part of an initiative to boost numbers. Under new plans, which have been sanctioned by NHS National Services Scotland, free PPE bundles will be available for clinics that employ trainee dental nurses. After suspending services temporarily during the […]