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Dentist raises thousands for Covid-19 relief programmes in India
UK-born Indian dentist, Nilesh Parmar, has raised thousands of pounds to support Covid-19 relief efforts in India. Nilesh decided to start fundraising after hearing about the terrible situation in India first-hand from his sister, Pratibha. Pratibha lives in Mumbai and was providing Nilesh with daily updates on the pandemic. India has experienced a rapid surge […]
Implant dentist raises over £15,000 for charity following unique auction
A well-known implant dentist has raised over £15,000 for charity after auctioning off a selection of unique items. Dr Julian Perry, an implantologist with decades of experience, decided to auction off an array of equipment and supplies to raise funds for Dentaid. Dr Perry’s lots included a saddle stool, a Durr V300 suction motor 2006, […]
Thief charged after stealing Covid-19 vaccines from Washington dental practice
A man has been charged after breaking into a dental practice in Washington and stealing Covid-19 vaccines. The un-named 30-year-old was charged with burglary after gaining entry to North Harbor Dentistry in Purdey, Seattle. The man stole 100 vials of the Johnson & Johnson Covid-19 vaccine in addition to $100,000 worth of dental equipment and […]
Dentists raise concerns over trendy natural toothpastes promoted by social influencers
Dentists have raised concerns over the safety of trendy natural toothpastes, which are gaining traction online due to social media influencers. Dentists have warned that natural toothpaste recipes, which are currently receiving thousands of hits online via social media accounts and posts, can be harmful for the teeth. A study of 84 homemade toothpaste mixtures […]
London dentists report surge in new child patient requests as parents struggle to get appointments
Dentists in London have reported a surge in requests for appointments for children as parents struggle to get appointments closer to home. Dr Esther Shin, from Toothbeary, a private practice in Twickenham, said that parents are calling from all over the country desperately trying to find a dentist to see their child. Many are willing […]
Dental group backs calls for a military-style recruitment drive for healthcare workers
The Association of Dental Groups (ADG) has backed calls for a new, military-style recruitment drive for healthcare workers. A newly-published report suggests launching a recruitment campaign similar to those used by the armed forces to encourage more people to consider careers in medicine, nursing, dentistry, other healthcare positions and support roles. Neil Carmichael, chair of […]
New data confirms 1 in 5 three-year-olds have decay in Cornwall
New data has confirmed that 1 in 5 three-year-olds have tooth decay in Cornwall. Statistics from Public Health England suggest that 20.5% of three-year-olds in Cornwall have experienced signs of decay in the last two years. This figure is significantly higher than the national average for England, which is 10.7%. The rates of decay in […]
UK researchers suggest improved access to oral care in Brazil could lower COPD rates
Researchers from the University of Birmingham believe that improving access to oral care could play a critical role in reducing rates of COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) in Brazil. In Brazil, COPD is currently the third most common cause of death. Despite dental health being linked to worse COPD outcomes, most patients are unaware of […]
Midlands dentist calls for Cheshire and Staffordshire schools to take tooth decay seriously
A dentist who works across Cheshire, Staffordshire and parts of the Midlands has called for schools to take tooth decay seriously. Dr Jatinder Ubhi said that schools can play an incredibly positive role in encouraging pupils to adopt healthy habits and reduce their risks of developing dental issues. Sugar consumption is the most significant cause […]
Backlogs grow in Portsmouth as figures confirm huge drop in dental attendance rates
Backlogs are continuing to grow in Portsmouth, as new figures confirm a significant drop in dental attendance rates. Portsmouth has been battling access issues since 2019 when Colosseum Dental closed three practices in the city without notice. The move left thousands of people without a dentist. Now, with the impact of the pandemic becoming increasingly […]
