Posts Tagged ‘orthodontics’

Hollywood star Patricia Arquette backs calls to prevent bill that will remove access to dental care from low income Californians

Hollywood star Patricia Arquette backs calls to prevent bill that will remove access to dental care from low income Californians

Hollywood actor, Patricia Arquette, has backed calls to prevent a bill that would remove access to dental care for millions of low income Californians from being passed. The actress, who has most recently appeared in the TV series, Escape at Dannemora, has joined the fight against a new bill, which has been proposed by California […]


Ambitious young dentist has plenty to smile about after taking over Belfast practice

Ambitious young dentist has plenty to smile about after taking over Belfast practice

An ambitious young dentist has plenty to smile about after taking over an established practice in the south of Belfast. Dr Seamus Kennedy has recently taken the reins of Malone Dental, after securing funding from First Trust Bank. Dr Kennedy, 29, has taken over ownership of the practice from Dr Maria McElhom. Dr Kennedy has […]


Dinas Powys practice to expand after securing funding package

Dinas Powys practice to expand after securing funding package

A dental practice in Dinas Powys will expand after the owners secured a funding package from Lloyds Bank. Castle Court Dental, which is owned by university friends, Baharat Nagrani and Eifion Roberts, will use the cash injection to offer a wider range of services to patients. The dental duo, which acquired the practice from previous […]


Plans submitted to convert a bungalow into an orthodontic practice in Poole

Plans submitted to convert a bungalow into an orthodontic practice in Poole

Plans to convert a bungalow into an orthodontic practice in Poole have been formally submitted to the local council. The proposals, which have been compiled by Pure Town Planning, include plans to turn a bungalow on Lower Blandford Road into an orthodontic clinic. If the plans are given the green light, two dentists working at […]


Dentists recommend lifelong orthodontic treatment for straight teeth

Dentists recommend lifelong orthodontic treatment for straight teeth

Most people look forward to the day when they can have their braces removed and start flashing their brand new smile, but new guidelines from the British Orthodontic Society (BOS) may cause patients eagerly counting down the days to think twice about planning a celebration. Dentists are advising those who wear braces to continue using […]


Wincanton dentist celebrates prestigious awards nomination

Wincanton dentist celebrates prestigious awards nomination

A dentist from Wincanton has plenty to smile about after learning that he has been shortlisted for the prestigious Dentist of the Year Awards. Simon Albiston, from Church Street Dental Practice, has beaten off tough competition to reach the final, which will be judged on the weekend on the 12/13th May. The ceremony will take […]


How the business side of Orthodontics is changing

How the business side of Orthodontics is changing

Orthodontics has almost always been a practice involving very few people. But even such small practices have significantly large demands. With such small operations, the patient is always sure that they are getting a personalised service. The downside is that the number of patients that can be seen on any given day is quite limited. […]


Winchester Dental Clinic Closes Suddenly

Winchester Dental Clinic Closes Suddenly

An orthodontic clinic in Winchester has closed unexpectedly, leaving around 1,000 patients with an uncertain future. The Winchester Centre of Orthodontics, which was based in City Road, has closed suddenly, leaving patients wondering what to do about their treatment. Several patients have arrived at the clinic in the last few days to find a note […]


Dental Surgeon Angered By Spelling Mistake At Local Hospital

Dental Surgeon Angered By Spelling Mistake At Local Hospital

A dental surgeon was left angered by a sign at a local hospital, which pointed patients to the Orthodontic department. The problem was that the letter ‘R’ was missing from the sign. Dental surgeon John Anderson, from Gardenside Dental in Neath, was shocked to see the spelling mistake at Morriston Hospital in Swansea. Mr Anderson […]


Cosmetic Dentistry More Popular Than Ever Before

Cosmetic Dentistry More Popular Than Ever Before

Research has suggested that cosmetic dentistry is more popular than ever before. Whatclinic.com revealed that there has been unprecedented growth in the cosmetic dental industry, with more and more people investing money in their smile. According to Whatclinic.com, there has been a significant increase in the demand for cosmetic braces and tooth whitening, with enquiries […]