News about Dentistry (page 6)
Little people deserve great dental care – Whitchurch
At SpaDental Whitchurch we believe that little people deserve great dental care. Therefore, Hannah and Jo are reaching out to our local community to make sure it happens! It’s all about clean teeth! Last week (dental nurse and practice manager) and (dental nurse trainee) had a fabulous visit to Little Bears Day Care. They chatted…
Read more »Looking after kids’ teeth in Whitchurch.
We really want to look after your kids’ teeth in Whitchurch. We believe it matters, and can make a life-long difference. We’re out and about! We’re trying to help young children to know how important it is to learn to look after their teeth. Sometimes, as parents, we need a little bit of extra help…
Read more »Healthy children become healthy adults.
Both SpaDental Plymouth and SpaDental Whitchurch have hosted Children’s Days this week. We aim to nurture dentally healthy children. Yet it’s a time when, once again, there’s been a lot about children’s health in the news. The focus? The number of children who are overweight and obese. As dentists, we’re concerned because unhealthy eating habits…
Read more »Approval ratings are high for Ledbury! Thank you for your reviews.
At SpaDental Ledbury we’re enjoying reading your reviews! In April, we asked you to share your experiences with us. We’ve been emailing our patients to ask you to fill in on-line forms so that we know how your appointments went. It’s been heart-warming to read the kind things that you’ve said about us in your…
Read more »Calling all children! We want to see you!
1. Fact: At least 95% of tooth decay is avoidable. 2. Fact: Tooth decay is the major reason for child hospital admissions. 3. Fact: Children can see a dentist at no expense to their parents or guardians. These are three statements worth thinking about! SpaDental Plymouth and SpaDental Whitchurch are supporting a national drive to…
Read more »Dementia Action Week 2018 – our thought, our support, makes a difference.
The Alzheimer’s Society is asking us to: “Take an action and stand united with people affected by dementia.” Dementia Action Week 2018 begins today. What action can I take? The week focuses on seven key actions that people with dementia would appreciate. They ask: Talk to me. Be patient. Invite me out. Make time to…
Read more »More Plymouth patient appreciation for SpaDental – thank you!
Since we piloted the online feedback form for Plymouth patient appreciation or dissatisfaction with our practice, we’ve had over 300 responses. Thank you so much for taking the time to submit your views. Our review rating of 4.7 stars (out of 5) highlights Plymouth patient appreciation for the work we do. We’re smiling with pride,…
Read more »National Children’s Day UK champions a healthy childhood.
Sunday 13th May, 2018, is National Children’s Day UK #NCDUK2018. “National Children’s Day UK is all about the importance of a healthy childhood in order to ensure that they can grow into healthy adults.” SpaDental couldn’t agree more! Dental health matters! We all want kids to have a healthy childhood. And we think it’s never too young…
Read more »Let’s help kids bike to school every day – safely!
Be active for bike to school week. Bike to school week 23rd September 2019 There was a time when most children either walked to school, or cycled. Nowadays many young people are not getting the exercise they need to develop healthy, strong bodies. Teenagers who bike to school benefit from the routine of regular exercise…
Read more »Caring for children’s dental health in Shropshire.
Spadental Whitchurch is helping children’s dental health in Shropshire. We believe it’s important! We think children’s dental health matters! Good habits learned early make a difference! Children learn good oral hygiene at home. But they also need to get used to going to a dentist for check-ups. It’s pretty traumatic when a child’s first experience…
Read more »Heavy metal generation teeth? Why not turn your restorations a whiter shade of pale?
Can you remember the spectrum from Black Sabbath through Deep Purple to Moody Blues? If so, chances are you’ll have some heavy metal too. Are you between 45 and 75? Then you probably still have most of your own teeth, but with work done on them. Not happy with your old restoration work? These days,…
Read more »Dental topics in the news this year focus our attention on a healthy mouth for life.
We’re four months into 2018, a good time for a quick review of some of the dental topics in the news this year. Current topics in dental health focus on great oral health for the whole family through good education and care at home. Concern for the health of our children. Probably the most reported…
Read more »Ensuring quality is an important concern in dental health care
SpaDental invites you to share your experience of your treatment at our practices with the CQC. Your feedback to the The Care Quality Commission (CQC) will help to inform quality of care in dental practices nationwide. We agree that it’s important all health care providers meet the standards patients deserve and should expect. The CQC…
Read more »St Mellion wedding show dazzles. Your smile can too!
Last Sunday, Louise, Lorraine, Tom and I were at the Wedding Show hosted by the St Mellion International Resort. We met some lovely brides-and-grooms-to-be and had a really enjoyable time there. The Wedding Show is a terrific showcase for all things wedding related. There was so much to see, the wedding show dazzles! Everyone can…
Read more »Amelia knows that teeth are valuable!
Amelia’s lost her first tooth! She’s very happy! It was wobbling and Amelia was wondering when it was going to come out. She knew she had to be patient though. Wiggling it a bit, but leaving the tooth to come out in its own time. “It’s good I didn’t lose it down the plughole,” she…
Read more »How to preserve children’s teeth – top 3 tips.
Understanding the problem, and what we can do to preserve children’s teeth. The facts of the problem: Tooth decay is 95 % avoidable. 12% of 3 year olds have tooth decay. 25% of 5 year olds have tooth decay. Earlier symptoms of tooth decay in children are often untreated. Tooth decay is the most common…
Read more »Cosmetic treatments help men look and feel better too.
An increasing number of men are taking steps towards clinics or salons. Looking good is not just for women! Cosmetic treatments help men: project confidence appear stronger look younger appear more alert Looking as though we care about ourselves automatically gets respect. Cosmetic treatments can help in the work place, as well as on the…
Read more »SpaDental supports Starting Well Check by 1.
After work last Tuesday, Hannah and Jo headed off from SpaDental Whitchurch to attend a conference. Organised by the Local Dental Network for Shropshire and Staffordshire, it was held at the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital. The key focus of the evening’s lecture by Ms Kate Taylor-Weetman was on the Starting Well Check by 1 initiative. Dental checks…
Read more »NHS band 3 dental charges cover clinical treatments only.
Dental care provided by the NHS. Unarguably, the NHS provides excellent cost-effective treatment for a wide range of dental problems. However, NHS band 3 dental charges cover clinical treatments only, which may not meet your expectations for your dental needs or wishes. What does ‘clinical’ mean? The NHS states: “Treatments such as veneers and braces…
Read more »Spring clean teeth? Yes, please!
What is it about this time of year that makes us want everything to look shiny and new? Forget about sorting through old stuff, and getting out the paintbrushes. Instead, say “Yes!” to some spring clean teeth! Why don’t my teeth look like they used to? Teeth age, just like the rest of us! It’s…
Read more »Sugar habit? The UK sugar tax kicks in today
We need to kick our sugar habit because there are still too many children having bad teeth removed in our hospitals, and obesity is an increasing health problem. Junk food ads? A year on from the sugar tax – April 2019 The tax begins that will help us to curb our sugar intake. No longer…
Read more »You can afford private dental care in Plymouth. Make a plan!
It is possible to afford private dental care in Plymouth, if you join the Denplan payment plan that SpaDental offers. Buy into monthly payments for dental fitness with Denplan. At SpaDental Plymouth we offer two payment plans to help our patients budget for the treatments they wish to have. Denplan Care – covers your preventive…
Read more »Q: What will make me look and feel better?
Do you wonder what you can do to look and feel better? Which of these would you say ‘Yes!’ to? A. a mani/pedi B. an hour or so at the gym C. a great evening out with friends D. a week’s holiday in the sun E. a trip to the dentist Probably not many people would…
Read more »We’re registering! Children’s NHS treatment – Plymouth & Saltash
Updated August 2019 Are you wondering how to get the best dental care for your kids? Or are you and your family relocating to the Plymouth/Tamar region? Learn more about our children’s NHS treatments, at our SpaDental Plymouth and Saltash practices. Find your nearest practice Ask about fluoride treatment to help protect children’s teeth Meet…
Read more »How can I get the best dental care?
We hear people wondering how they can get the best dental care. Not just repair or emergency treatments, but the sort of thorough dental care that modern patients are looking for. NHS prices increase from April 1st, 2018. The majority of NHS patients pay a certain amount towards treatment. There are exceptions – for…
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