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Former Masterchef contestant prepares to open new dental practice
A multitalented dentist is preparing to open his own dental practice. Imran Nathoo, a quarter-finalist in the 2017 series of the hit cooking show, Masterchef
Crowds Gather for First Pay What You Can Afford Dental Clinic in Dewsbury
The project, which will run as a pilot scheme for the next 3 months, will involve weekly clinics, which are staffed by local dental professionals and Dentaid volunteers.
Blackburn dentists provide 1,500 fewer free dental treatments
Dentists in Blackburn and Darwen have provided more than 1,500 fewer free dental treatments in the first six months of 2020, statistics show. NHS figures revealed that adults in the area received 14,265 free treatments in the first six months of 2020. This figure is 1,708 lower than the number of free courses issued in […]
British Dental Association raises concerns over the availability of Corona virus masks for dentists
The British Dental Association has warned that dentists in the UK might have to down tools due to a shortage of Corona virus masks. The BDA suggested that an order limit of 100 masks per day will contribute to even small practices running out. All dentists must wear disposable masks to treat patients in the […]
Berkshire dentists team up with Cancer Research UK to tackle rising oral cancer ratesDentistry news | Dental News
NHS dental care in North Yorkshire” href=”/health-bosses-quizzed-over-lack-of-access-to-nhs-dental-care-in-north-yorkshire-9422″/> Dentists in Berkshire have joined forces with Cancer Research UK to tackle rising rates of oral cancer. Dentists from surgeries across the county are working with the charity to try and improve diagnosis methods and raise awareness of the symptoms and warning signs of mouth cancer. The dentists […]
Dental group backs calls for a military-style recruitment drive for healthcare workers
The Association of Dental Groups (ADG) has backed calls for a new, military-style recruitment drive for healthcare workers.
Dental patient launches petition over PPE surcharge after visiting a dentist in York
A patient who was charged additional fees to cover PPE costs has launched a petition. Paula Scurfield took the decision after visiting a dentist in York recently. Mrs Scurfield, from Wigginton, was charged an extra £35 to cover the cost of PPE when she attended an appointment at Clifton Moor Dental Centre. She is now […]
Dental Costs Are Highest In Glasgow
The average cost of dental treatment per person is highest in Glasgow, according to recent figures from the Scottish Government. The national Scottish average spend was £46, but the cost in Glasgow was much higher at £57 per person. Experts have blamed poor oral hygiene, diet and other lifestyle factors for the high costs. According […]
Appeal raises thousands for Cambridgeshire man left needing urgent dental treatment following New Year’s attack
An appeal launched to raise money for a Cambridgeshire man who was attacked on New Year’s Day has raised thousands of pounds. Jordan Dyball was assaulted in an unprovoked attack while making his way to a friend’s house in Manea after celebrating New Year’s Eve at the local pub. Jordan was walking home with his […]
Concerns raised over access to NHS dental care in ScotlandDentistry news | Dental News
Representatives from the Oral Health Foundation have raised concerns over access to NHS dental care in Scotland. Recent research suggests that more than 215,000 people are facing a 40-mile round trip to see an NHS dentist. Studies undertaken by the Oral Health Foundation show that almost a quarter of people live more than ten miles […]