Posts Tagged ‘dental costs’
Parents support back to school dental exams
A survey has revealed that the majority of parents in the USA support back to school dental examinations for children. The Oral Health America survey found that 63 percent of parents believe it is important to take their children for a routine check-up before the start of the new academic year. The results also showed […]
High school students benefitting from free dental care
High school students from Buena Vista High School in Michigan received free dental care as part of an event to raise awareness of oral health. The event was organised by nursing students from the Saginaw Valley State University; the students visit the school every six months to offer treatment to students and talk to them […]
Irish heading abroad for cheaper dental treatment
Figures have revealed that an increasingly large number of Irish people are heading abroad for cheaper dental treatment. Since cutbacks last January over a million people have lost financial benefits and now have to pay full-rate prices for dental care. As a consequence, people are finding it increasingly difficult to afford treatment in Ireland and […]
Britons worried about medical and dental costs
A survey has revealed that an increasing number of Britons are worried about the cost of healthcare. The survey by Health365.com revealed that two thirds of Britons had postponed or cancelled check-ups and appointments because they were worried about the potential cost of treatment. Almost a third of participants admitted to delaying treatment for at […]
Dental implants increasingly popular at Kissdental
Dentists at Kissdental, Manchester, have revealed that an increasing number of patients are choosing to have dental implants. Dental implants are a relatively new treatment, which have revolutionised modern dentistry. In the past, patients faced a choice between dental bridges and dentures when they lost teeth; however, now dental implants are becoming a much more […]
New dental clinic will help thousands
A new dental clinic in Southwest Virginia is expected to help thousands of patients on low and moderate incomes. The clinic is due to open soon and the finishing touches are currently being made to the facility; the new Saltville Dental Clinic will operate on a sliding scale fee system, which means patients will pay […]
Poor struggling to find dental care in America
It is becoming increasingly difficult for poor people to find dental care in America, a retired dentist has revealed. Dr Holly Schweiger, from the New Life Mission Clinic, said that poor people are being actively discriminated against in many areas of the country. Dr Schweiger, from Kamloops said that there were more than 80 dentists […]
Free Dentist Event Draws Record Crowd
An event held in Georgia to provide free dental care for a day has pulled in a record number of people seeking free treatment for their dental problems. Dentistry from the Heart events are held frequently across America, providing free dental treatment for one day only to less fortunate Americans that cannot afford regular dental […]
Dentists Receive Funding to Provide Low-cost Care For America
Dental health is becoming a serious concern in America. Many older Americans no longer have dental insurance due to the loss of benefits when they retire and their tight income post-retirement that does not allow for dental care privileges. Similarly, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly 32% of children between […]
Recession-struck Brits Invest In Long-term Treatment
For recession-struck Brits the little luxuries we like to enjoy have been shelved whilst we sit out the economic storm. It is for this reason that the growth in popularity of dental implants during the past 2 years has shocked dental professionals. It seems that quick thinking dental patients are opting for the permanent solution […]
