Posts Tagged ‘Childsmile programme’
Rates Of Dental Decay Fall In Scotland
The latest figures show that rates of dental decay have fallen in Scotland; statistics from ISD Scotland showed that almost 75 per cent of children in primary seven had no signs of decay. The figure has increased to 72.8 per cent in 2012 from 52.9% in 2005 and 69.4% in 2011. This was also the […]
New NHS Dental Surgery Opens In Drumsagard
A new NHS dental surgery has opened in Drumsagard. The Smilescene Dental Surgery is located in Hallside Court and will serve Drumsagard, as well as Newton,Cairns and Halfway. The practice will provide a full range of general dental treatments, as well as emergency dental care and some cosmetic services. The surgery is accessible on the […]
Scottish Government Launches New Dental Health Strategy
The Scottish government has launched a new oral health strategy, which will focus on priority groups, including the elderly, homeless people and patients with special needs. Health Minister, Michael Matheson officially launched the strategy on Thursday while visiting a care home in Fife, which has been participating in a pilot project called the Fife Oral […]
Childsmile Programme To Be Rolled Out Across Scotland
The Scottish Health Minister, Michael Matheson, has confirmed that the Childsmile programme has been expanded across Scotland. The £15 million programme is designed to educate children about oral health and encourage them to look after their teeth and gums by providing schoolchildren with dental kits, which include a toothbrush, toothpaste and oral hygiene leaflets. Each […]
BDA Calls for Debate Over Orthodontic Treatment in Scotland
The British Dental Association has called for a debate over the future of orthodontic care for children, after stories hit the headlines suggesting that funding for children’s treatment would be cut. In light of recent media coverage, the BDA has suggested that it would be constructive to have a debate on the issue of funding […]
Dentists in Scotland take part in programme to boost children’s oral health
One hundred and fifty dentists are taking part in a new oral health programme, which is set to benefit hundreds of young children. The scheme, which is running across the Lothians, has been set up by NHS Lothian, in conjunction with the Scottish government and will ensure every child that is born in the area […]
