Dental checks for fishing communities in Cornwall and Devon

The treatment patients will relieve includes immediate dental problems, such as simple tooth extraction, permanent fillings and scale and polish with referrals through NHS routes where more complex oral surgery is required.

These health events are made possible by Seafarers Hospital Society (SHS) and Smile Together, thanks to generous funding from the Department for Transport via the Merchant Navy Welfare Board. The events are delivered in partnership with The Fishermen’s Mission as part of their national SeaFit service, including their partner network of healthcare providers and charity partners, this award-winning partnership project is a fantastic example of integrated healthcare provision in coastal communities.