Posts Tagged ‘General Dental Council’
Dentists will not need to quarantine after holidaying in Spain following travel advice update
Dental professionals returning from Spain will not have to quarantine, the British Dental Association has confirmed. Spain was initially listed as one of the countries Brits could visit without quarantining on their return, but the guidelines were updated last weekend (Saturday 25th July) following a significant spike in cases in some parts of the country. […]
Dentists urge patients to shun cheap braces available to buy online
Dentists and dental bodies are encouraging patients to shun cheap braces, which are available to buy online. A growing number of products has appeared online, and companies are targeting patients who want straighter teeth without paying a fortune. Marketed as a cheap alternative to braces provided by orthodontists, a raft of new aligners is now […]
The Oral Health Foundation urges patients to be wary of illegal whitening following BBC report
The Oral Health Foundation is encouraging patients to be wary of the risks of illegal tooth whitening following a BBC report. An undercover investigation exposed multiple companies offering courses that are not recognised by dental bodies. Tooth whitening is classed as a dental service, and as such, it must be provided by dental professionals who […]
Monaghan woman shares tooth whitening horror story to encourage others to see a professional dentist
A woman from Monaghan, Ireland, has shared her tooth whitening horror story on social media to encourage others considering whitening their teeth to visit a professional dentist. Aoife Wills said that her gums were severely burned after undergoing whitening treatment at a beauty salon recently. Having opted to have treatment at a local salon, Ms […]
New video raises awareness of the dangers of illegal tooth whitening in Northern Ireland
A new video has been produced and shared to highlight the dangers of illegal tooth whitening in Northern Ireland. The clip, which is designed to educate people about the risks associated with illegal whitening, has been put together by the Department for the Economy Trading Standards Service and Northern Ireland’s Environmental Health Departments in conjunction […]
Dental experts describe illegal tooth whitening as a ‘health gamble’
Experts from the British Dental Association have described illegal tooth whitening as a ‘health gamble.’ As more and more people look for ways to brighten their smiles and interest in whitening products increases, the association has stepped up its campaign to raise awareness of the potential risks of illegal whitening and to encourage people who […]
Consumers looking for bright white smiles urged to be cautious amid concerns over the safety of home whitening products
Dentists are urging patients looking for bright, white smiles to be cautious amid concerns over the safety of home whitening products. Research suggests that around 40% of British adults would like a more attractive smile, with whitening becoming an increasingly popular cosmetic treatment over the last 5 years. Shows like Love Island and the Only […]
Woman fined by GDC said she had no idea that offering tooth whitening treatment was illegal
A woman who was fined by the General Dental Council for offering tooth whitening services has told the BBC that she had no idea what she was doing was illegal. Brenda McFadyen, from Clydebank, was fined by the GDC after admitting to providing whitening services without the required dental skills and qualifications. In line with […]
Yorkshire beautician fined for providing illegal tooth whitening treatment
A beautician from Yorkshire has been fined after providing illegal tooth whitening treatment. Emma Hood, from Redcar, has been prosecuted by the General Dental Council following an investigation into services she offered at her salon, The Vibe. Ms Hood, 31, was found to be offering bleaching treatment at a price of £45. Under EU legislation, […]
Northampton man prosecuted by the General Dental Council for providing illegal tooth whitening
A Northampton man has been prosecuted by the General Dental Council after offering illegal tooth whitening treatment. Jack Sellick, the owner of Essex Smiles, pleaded guilty to providing the service at Milton Keynes Magistrates’ Court. The General Dental Council started an investigation after receiving a complaint in September 2017. In March 2018, undercover representatives visited […]
