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Self-employed dentists will receive 80% of their earnings from the state in response to the spread of coronavirus – but only those earning up to £50,000. Yesterday chancellor Rishi Sunak announced self-employed workers will be given up to £2,500 a month for three months. The support plan will be backdated to March, but only covers…
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The UK public are being told to regularly sterilise toothbrushes to avoid contamination during the coronavirus crisis. As the nation goes into lockdown, the charity Dental Wellness Trust has launched an oral health initiative in London. Its aim is to ensure those most in need – the elderly and homeless – have access to a…
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New government data reveals one in four five year olds have experienced dental decay in the UK, prompting calls from a charity. New statistics released by Public Heath England (PHE) show that almost one quarter (23%) have shown signs. These results match those of a previous survey in 2017, indicating a lack of change when…
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The chief dental officer for England has issued a number of changes to the delivery of dental services as the UK heads into lockdown. Sara Hurley has said all non-urgent treatment, including orthodontics, should be stopped and deferred until told otherwise. Additionally, she advised the following changes to primary dental care services: All practices should…
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The General Dental Council (GDC) has relaxed expectations following the announcement of a UK lockdown. Yesterday, Prime Minister Boris Johnson introduced new stay-at-home measures in a bid to curb the spread of coronavirus. While it acknowledges it cannot completely withdraw, the GDC has declared it will take a flexible approach wherever it is possible. It…
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The last month has seen the rapid escalation of isolation measures as the world bands together to reduce the spread of coronavirus. At 9am on 22 March 2020, there were 5,683 confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK. Of those who tested positive, 281 have died. We have put together the latest information regarding COVID-19…
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Dental practices are being advised to stop routine dentistry to help slow down the spread of coronavirus. The British Dental Association (BDA) is recommending that dentists only operate an advice and emergency service to reduce face-to-face contact. It urges practices to make telephone advice available during normal working hours, particularly until full emergency provision is…
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Dentists could be called on to provide support for the health service as coronavirus cases continue to rise. The British Dental Association (BDA) has said it is possible dental professionals in the UK could be redeployed to assist other NHS healthcare workers. BDA chief executive, Martin Woodrow, said: ‘As the pandemic develops, it is possible…
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Parents in the UK are best at limiting their children’s intake of sugary food and drinks. This is according to a YouGov survey of ten countries commissioned by FDI World Dental Federation (FDI). The report found that UK parents are top for proactively limiting the amount of sugar in their children’s diet, with 52%…
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A messaging and conferencing tool will be freely available across the NHS in a bid to counter the risks of coronavirus. Microsoft Teams will support remote and mobile working between NHS colleagues who are self isolating due to COVID-19. Introduced by NHS Digital, it will include secure instant messaging, virtual meeting capabilities, and direct audio…
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The chief dental officers for England, Scotland and Wales have put forward advice in response to the growing threat of coronavirus. The CDO for England, Sara Hurley, the CDO for Wales, Colette Bridgman, and the CDO for Scotland, Tom Ferris, have offered new guidelines for NHS dental practices. This is in light of the UK…
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As coronavirus continues to spread, a study found that four out of five of the most ‘at risk’ jobs are dental related. Business Insider reports that dental professionals work in some of the riskiest environments when it comes to health. Dental hygienists were ranked the number one job most at risk, closely followed by general…
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A UK dentist has said the entire dental industry will suffer in the coming months following new government plans to clamp down on coronavirus. Prime Minister Boris Johnson yesterday announced plans for increased isolation measures as the number of confirmed cases exceeds 1,500. He urged the British public to avoid all non-essential contact and travel,…
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The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has stopped routine inspections as the UK confirms more than 1,500 cases of coronavirus. Starting today (Monday 16 March), the CQC will halt inspections in dental practices and other healthcare providers. It confirms it will instead focus on supporting providers to help keep patients safe in response to the pandemic.…
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Researchers called for a reduction in opioid use within dentistry after a study finds they do not help to alleviate pain after tooth extractions. Data collected by the University of Michigan found there was little difference between the pain and satisfaction of patients who were prescribed opioids and those who were not. Assessing 325 dental…
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A top cosmetic dentist and dental laboratory are helping to transform smiles on a Channel 5 TV show. Dr Uchenna Okoye is the resident dental clinician on makeover show 10 Years Younger in 10 Days and worked with Knight Dental Design laboratory to create the stunning transformations. One case study sees Dr Okoye fix the…
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The latest Budget – announced on Wednesday – saw a crack down on the impact of coronavirus and removed thousands out of the pensions ‘taper tax’ threshold. Rishi Sunak revealed a £12 billion spending pledge to help counter the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. This includes a £5 billion commitment to help the NHS…
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As coronavirus continues to disrupt on a global scale, dental professionals face a mounting challenge when it comes to delivering safe care. Number 10 says the UK is in the ‘delay’ phase of its response to the virus. As of 9am on Monday 16 March, there are 1,543 confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK.…
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Afreen Osman, Thanaa Ajeigbe and Jessica Kershaw – fifth year dental students at the University of Manchester – explain their top tips for planning an enjoyable dental elective. Speak to your university The best place to start is at your dental school. Firstly, make sure you check with your dental school that they are happy…
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