‘Pay dentists 25% more for NHS work’ to stem exodus
The British Dental Association says increasing the treatment rate would provide a short-term fix in England. Source link
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NHS dentists: Exam could be scrapped for overseas applicants in England
Overseas dentists may be provisionally registered to work in England without checks, plans say. Source link
Dentists to get £20k NHS bonus to treat most in need
The move is part of a wider plan to improve access in England but dentists say it will not solve problems. Source link
Lack of NHS dentists causing pain and distress – report
Patients being unable to see an NHS dentist is “totally unacceptable”, a committee warns government. Source link
NI budget: Dentists warn that services face collapse if hit by cuts
NI practitioners say the sector is already on the brink and cannot cope with further funding cuts. Source link
Dentists: ‘Some children in Norfolk have never seen a toothbrush’
An NHS East of England spokesperson said: “We want children in Norfolk to be able to get high quality dental care and check-ups when they need them, and we are working hard with dental practices to improve access to services in the area, including inviting NHS contract holders to take on additional activity.” Source link
Dentists could give up NHS work in Wales, group warns
Some may quit NHS contracts over threats of fines, costs and paper work, dentists warn. Source link
One of last NHS dentists in Felixstowe goes private
The dental practice tells patients only private dental care will be offered from 1 April. Source link
Dentists warn of permanent damage from clear braces ordered online
One man said his teeth were not strong enough to bite an apple after wearing aligners bought remotely. Source link
Oral Care: Does India need a robust dental care policy?
By Harminder Singh Multani The mouth is the window to the entire body. Oral and dental issues are recognized by WHO as a significant threat to public health that diminishes the quality of life by impairing the individual’s everyday functioning. Oral disorders are chronic, non-communicable diseases that not only inflict agony and discomfort but can … Read more