Posts Tagged ‘Northern Ireland’
The BDA in Ireland calls for major shakeup to tackle long-standing issues in the dental care system
The British Dental Association in Northern Ireland has called for a major shakeup in dental services to correct and address long-standing issues. In an open letter to the Department of Health’s permanent secretary, Richard Pengally, the organisation has accused ministers of failing to prioritise oral health and called for urgent action to improve the NHS […]
Newcastle Emlyn dental practice reopens following relocation
A dental practice based in Newcastle Emlyn has reopened after moving to new premises. Emlyn Dental Care has relocated from its previous home in Adpar to a new site in Church Lane, which was previously used as a day centre. Neil and Arwel Jones, the owners of the practice, hosted an opening celebration to welcome […]
Children in Northern Ireland have the worst standards of oral health in the UK
Children in Northern Ireland have the worst standards of oral health in the UK, the British Dental Association in Northern Ireland claims. More than 5,000 children had teeth extracted in hospitals in the country last year, with many needing more than one tooth removed. In total, almost 23,000 teeth were taken out under general anaesthetic. […]
Northern Ireland health professionals team up to raise awareness of oral cancer as rates are predicted to double by 2035
Health professionals in Northern Ireland have teamed up to try and raise awareness of mouth cancer, as statistics suggest that the number of cases is set to double by 2035. According to figures from the Northern Ireland Cancer Registry, the number of cases of mouth cancer diagnosed in the region is predicted to double over […]
British Dental Association accuses NI Assembly of “backtracking” on new contract
Representatives from the British Dental Association have accused the Northern Ireland Assembly of “backtracking” on changes to the contract for community dentists. The BDA believes that the NI Assembly has changed its stance on reviewing contracts for community dentists, despite agreeing to develop a new contract following a ballot in March 2016. At the time, […]
Dental Fees up to 170% Cheaper in Northern Ireland Than in the Republic
More and more patients from the Republic of Ireland are crossing the border to Northern Ireland for dental treatment and it’s no surprise, as the latest research has showed that fees can be up to 170 per cent lower. A new survey, which analysed prices across sixteen clinics around Ireland for the Sunday Business Post […]
Report States Hundreds Taken To Court
A report has revealed that more than one hundred people were taken to court over charges related to dental and eye care fraud in Northern Ireland. The report suggested that more than 100 people were asked to appear in court after being accused of cheating the system and fraudulently claiming NHS benefits. According to the […]
More Irish Dental Patients Going Abroad For Treatment
More dental patients are deciding to look abroad for cheaper treatment, according to the most recent figures. Northern Ireland and Eastern Europe have emerged as popular destinations or Irish patients, as prices are considerably lower than in the Republic. Figures show that prices in Dublin are particularly high and a large proportion of people have […]
Dental And Eye Care Fraud Costs The Tax Payers Millions
Thousands of people in Northern Ireland are cheating the health benefit system costing taxpayers millions of pounds, it has been revealed. Investigations carried out by the Health and Social Care Sector’s Counter Fraud and Probity Service found that thousands of people are cheating the system and it is estimated that fraudulent claims cost taxpayers £2.8 […]
Public Opinion Sought On Dental Proposals In Northern Ireland
The people of Northern Ireland are being asked to voice their opinions in relation to proposed changes to NHS dental services. The consultation paper has been released for public viewing and people are being asked to provide feedback, the paper suggests proposals including changes in the provision of orthodontic treatment, restriction of dental treatments to […]
