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Yesterday it emerged that more than 7 in 10 people (73%) found it difficult to access dental help and support over the summer. In the latest Healthwatch report, the watchdog revealed a fourfold increase in the number of dental-related queries from July to September 2020. Although feedback on other health and social care sectors have…
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A £450,000 package has been secured to help dental practices improve their ventilation systems in Wales. The move has been welcomed by the British Dental Association, which appealed to all four UK governments for support. Nearly 80% of practices in Wales are running at less than half their pre-pandemic capacity. The package – which was…
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Gum disease may lead to the development of metabolic syndrome, new research suggests. According to the latest research from Tokyo Medical and Dental University (TMDU), there is a link between the bacteria that causes periodontal disease and skeletal muscle metabolic dysfunction – the precursor to metabolic syndrome. Metabolic syndrome refers to a combination of diabetes,…
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The top two most searched for advice articles in the summer were about how to access an NHS dentist, a watchdog has revealed. In its new report assessing patient feedback from July to September 2020, Healthwatch unveil a significant spike in dental-related queries. The top advice page visited by the public was: ‘COVID-19: How to…
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Four in five practices expect to bounce back from the COVID pandemic within the next three years. This is according to new research carried out by Frank Taylor & Associates (FTA). The survey revealed that nearly 60% of practices reported that coronavirus had a significant or severe impact. And 88% admitted making considerable changes to…
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Worcester Warriors player and 2014 World Cup winner Laura Keates talks to Dentistry Online about balancing her dental degree with rugby. This has been a strange year, but for you especially as it impacted both rugby and your dental degree. How has it all been? I was in my third year and had just started…
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Dr Richard Horwitz discusses his journey into dentistry and his newly-found passion for baking bread. This week we speak to Dr Richard Horwitz, a periodontist and implant dentist based in London. He talks about his journey into dentistry and why he wouldn’t be where he is today without mentors. We also discuss FMC’s brand new…
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Changing the side of the mouth that you chew on can damage a dental implant, it has been revealed. This is according to a new study carried out by a team of dentists at RUDN university. A change in a the dominant side of chewing was suggested as a key reason for the early deterioration…
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Of those who are back at work, more than half of the UK’s dental hygienists and therapists are working reduced hours in response to COVID-19. This is according to new data collected by the British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy (BSDHT). Of the more than 1,000 members who responded, 10% said they are not…
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A man was slapped with a fine after he was seen defecating on the doorstep of a dental practice. CCTV captured John Roulin ‘squatting down’ in the doorway in the middle of the day, Chronicle Live reports. This followed the discovery of the faeces by an employee at the Bupa Dental Practice in North Shields,…
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A private healthcare company has shut two of its practices after struggling to recruit dentists, it has been revealed. Last month, Bupa told staff at two of its practices in north Wales that they would be shutting the doors permanently from February next year. The company has confirmed that any appointments before this time will…
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Tooth loss could be a new side effect of long COVID, dentists have warned. It has emerged that coronavirus may irritate the gums through inflammation – causing patients to suddenly lose teeth. This comes as patients continue to report symptoms of ‘long COVID’, a term used to refer to those suffering from prolonged effects. Common…
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Mouth cancer referrals have fallen by one third since the start of the pandemic – sparking calls for urgent action. New data from the Oral Health Foundation shows that oral cancer referrals have dropped by 33% since COVID-19 hit the UK. Now, the charity is calling for quick action surrounding cancer diagnosis. The data collection…
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The majority of dental treatments now carried out are tooth saving, it has been confirmed. In her latest update to the profession, England’s chief dental officer, Sara Hurley said evidence shows access is ‘steadily increasing’. Additionally, there has been a move towards more tooth saving treatments. Following the shift to NHS incident Level 4, she…
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We chat to Martina Hodgson about how COVID-19 created some unique opportunities – and how a cadaveric dissection helped her to choose her dental school. In our latest podcast episode, we welcome Dr Martina Hodgson, a dentist and practice owner based in Yorkshire. We chat about her journey into dentistry and why she decided to…
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The government has committed to transforming laws related to professional regulators – including the GDC. Kicking off a consultation earlier this year – Reducing bureaucracy in the health and social care system: call for evidence – the Department of Health and Social Care has committed to making a change among professional regulators. This aims to…
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Almost one fifth of the UK have resorted to at-home dental treatments following the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. This is according to new figures released by Oral-B, which assessed the impact of coronavirus on the oral health habits of the public. The research found that 20% have taken treatment into their own hands, including…
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A Member of Parliament says the access crisis in dentistry was ‘turbocharged’ by the COVID-19 pandemic. MP Judith Cummins yesterday secured a debate on access to dentistry and oral health inequalities, adding that its necessity is now ‘more urgent than ever’. Speaking in Parliament, she urged the government to make progress with dental contract reform…
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Lockdown stress and anxiety upped rates of jaw clenching and teeth grinding, new findings reveal. In addition, women were found to suffer from these symptoms more than men – while 35 to 55-year-olds struggled the most. The study – which was carried out at Tel Aviv University – analysed questionnaires that assessed the potential worsening…
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