Posts Tagged ‘Dental check-up’
1 in 5 people delaying dental care due to cost
1 in 5 people are delaying routine dental check-ups and dental treatments because they cannot afford it, a survey has revealed. The Adult Dental Health survey also revealed that money was influencing the decisions people make about their dental treatment, with many opting to have teeth extracted, rather than having more expensive alternatives, such as […]
Dental patients delaying treatment due to money worries
A survey conducted by the British Dental Association has revealed that many people are putting off going to see a dentist because they cannot afford treatment. The survey polled 251 dentists in England and the results showed that 68 percent of dentists had experienced patients deferring treatment due to money worries. 59 percent of dentists […]
Patients in Ledbury facing four month wait for dental appointments
Patients in Ledbury, Herefordshire, are facing a four month wait for dental appointments, it has been revealed. Deputy Mayor, Tony Bradford, contacted his local NHS dental surgery to arrange a check-up but was told that the earliest appointment available was 4 months away; he said he was “horrified” at the wait. He then rang a […]
Wales lagging behind in oral health
The 2009 adult oral health survey has found that Wales is not on par with other parts of the UK when it comes to oral health. The survey found that 1 in 10 people in Wales do not have any natural teeth and rates of decay were higher in Wales than England and Northern Ireland; in England, […]
Jamaican dental experts urge the public to keep an eye on oral health
Dental experts in Jamaica have urged members of the public to take better care of their teeth and gums. Dr Irving McKenzie, Director of Dental Health Services in the Ministry of Health, said that it was important for people to realise the importance of good oral health. Gum disease and tooth decay are common health […]
Employers discourage taking time off for dental appointments
A survey has shown that an increasing number of employers are tightening up when it comes to employees taking time off to visit the dentist. The 2010 SimplyHealth survey found that companies are becoming less flexible each year, with many actively discouraging their employees from arranging to see their dentist during work hours. The survey […]
Children’s dental health improving in Glasgow
Research has shown that standards of dental health amongst children are improving in Glasgow for the first time in many years. Figures released by NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde confirmed that rates of tooth decay have fallen significantly, with 60 percent of children aged 11 getting a clean bill of health during dental check-ups; this […]
US health reforms on insurance neglect dental care for children from low-income families
Unlike Britons reliance on NHS dental provision in Britain, many Americans predominantly rely on dental insurance to cover the cost of dental treatments. New US health reforms compel adults to buy health insurance by 2014 but not dental coverage. Yet research shows that 45 million Americans do not have dental insurance, and poor dental health […]
Dudley Zoo celebrates National Smile Month
Keepers at Dudley Zoo have been celebrating National Smile Month by carrying out dental check-ups on animals at the zoo. Most of the animals have monthly check-ups and some also undergo regular cleaning treatments. According to Chief Executive, Peter Suddock, said that routine dental checks were an important part of the animals’ care; Mr Suddock […]
Patients sign up for plans to cover dental costs
As studies and surveys reveal a shocking proportion of British dental patients are forced to put payments for dental treatment on their credit cards, both financial and dental experts are encouraging patients to seek alternative ways to pay for dental care. A recent survey carried out by Simply Health showed that almost 40 percent of […]
