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Government to explore ‘non-van solutions’ to improve access to dentistry

The British Dental Association (BDA) has issued a response to the government’s launch of a pre-procurement exercise for “non-van solutions”.

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Darlington invests millions in urgent dental services

NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board (ICB) has pledged the extra investment of £3m as part of a series of improvements that aim to...

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Almost five million calls about dental problems made to NHS helpline

Over the last five years, just shy of 4.8m calls were made to 111 about dental problems. Many people who ring 111 call with issues that are classified...

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Councillor responds to loss of NHS dentists

Mark Fryer, leader of Cumberland Council, has expressed deep concern following the announcement that a dental practice in Cockermouth will cease to...

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Norfolk patients still struggling to access dentistry

A Healthwatch Norfolk survey has shown local residents are still struggling to access NHS dental care. The research shows practices accepting NHS...

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Teen social media use linked to increased risk of smoking and vaping

Time spent on social media was associated with an increased risk of cigarette and e-cigarette use in teenagers, according to University of Glasgow...

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Three-quarters of Plymouth patients are waiting over a year for dental care

Luke Pollard has warned health ministers that “dental services in Plymouth are in decay.” The MP's survey found that 765 people in Plymouth are unable...

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Dental practice receives award for its efforts to improve children’s oral health

Jason Wong, interim chief dental officer for England, and Shannu Bhatia, the British Society of Paediatric Dentistry’s (BSPD) president-elect,...

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Cost of living remains a barrier to health for the most vulnerable finds poll

The cost of living remains a barrier to health, particularly for people on low incomes, and those requiring dental care says Healthwatch England...

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Dental pilot improves access for homeless South Yorkshire residents

An initiative to improve access to dental services for people experiencing homelessness is being piloted in Doncaster, based on a successful pilot in...

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Data shows 1.8 million people in Scotland have not received dental treatment

The British Dental Association (BDA) has responded to freedom of information requests from the Scottish Liberal Democrats.

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One-third of the population is anxious about their oral health

The Wrigley Oral Healthcare Program’s ‘Oral Health Index’, published to coincide with World Oral Health Day on March 20, 2024, shows broad public...