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Have you been avoiding going to the dentist because you know it’ll hurt more than you can stand? Are you a patient with a high level of anxiety? Many people avoid regular dental care, and need help to access the treatments they need. Yet without treatment, the problem gets worse which means essential dental procedures become…
Read more »NHS dental charges for 2019-2020 increase by 5%
Dental Treatment Band 2019-20 Charge 2018-19 Charge Increase % Band One £22.70 £21.60 £1.10 5.09% Band Two £62.10 £59.10 £3.00 5.08% Band Three £269.30 £256.50 £12.80 4.99% If you would like further details about treatment under the NHS (National Health Service) please ask your dental team a question or contact the receptionist at your…
Read more »Three steps to decrease dental decay.
Figures published yesterday provide statistical evidence that the number of children needing extractions because of dental decay decreases each year. Which sounds like great news. But in actual fact, taken as a percentage of the population from 0-19 years old, apparently the last set of statistical records showed no change from the year before. Which…
Read more »Help children’s teeth last a lifetime – 10 FAQs.
Whether your child is a few hours old or a teenager, you’ll worry about whether you’re doing the right things for them. One of the easier things we can all do to set our kids up for their future is to help them have healthy teeth. So here are some tips to help children’s teeth…
Read more »What’s fluoride varnish? And why do children need it?
Featuring expert advice from dental surgeon Lucy Smith, to help protect your children’s teeth. We all want our children to have the best – and that includes wanting them to have the healthiest teeth possible. Taking good care of children’s teeth from when they’re very small helps them to have stronger teeth as adults. Which…
Read more »Children’s oral health education, Plymouth.
Last week SpaDental Plymouth teamed up with Pomphlett Primary School, working their health education magic together again. Dental care tips for babies and children. On this visit, and were talking to Year 1 and 2. They spoke with nearly 100 children aged between four and five about the hidden danger of sugar in their diets….
Read more »Applications open for an Associate Dentist Plymouth
We invite applications from candidates interested in a full-time position as an associate dentist in SpaDental Plymouth. Would you like to work in a thriving practice? Do you like to be surrounded by professionals? Is patient care and quality dentistry your priority? Applications welcome! SpaDental Plymouth Associate Dentist We pride ourselves on combining the friendliness…
Read more »Dental implants step by step
Lead the life you want! Eat, talk, laugh and kiss without discomfort or embarrassment. Don’t let dental concerns stand between you and carefree, happy days and nights. These five dental implant steps are the way back to a comfortable mouth and restored confidence. Our answers to patients’ frequently asked questions about dental implants. Step 1:…
Read more »How best to care for dental implants this Christmas.
‘Tis the season to have fun with friends and family! Inevitably, this leads to a little more over-indulgence than usual. The increased consumption of alcohol and sweet treats takes its toll on our teeth as much as it does on our waistline. It’s important we remember to care for dental implants everyday, twice a day,…
Read more »Smiles for life – make a Children’s Day appointment.
SpaDental Chard, Plymouth and Whitchurch can help your children to have the best teeth they can possibly have. So why not book a Children’s Day appointment during half-term? Updated February 2019 Our friendly staff are organising fun activities and waiting to see brilliant family smiles! Chard’s Children’s Day – 19th February, 2019 Plymouth’s Children’s Day…
Read more »Holiday Opening and Dental Emergency Information.
We wish everyone a happy and safe holiday season. Here are the holiday opening times for your SpaDental practices, and links to emergency information. We sincerely hope that all our patients, as well as visitors to our area, keep in good health over the holiday period. We are aware, though, that problems arise and unfortunately…
Read more »Here to support service veterans – SpaDental Plymouth
“This was my first dental appointment since leaving the Armed Forces 2 years ago, and having left it far too long I eventually thought I ought to try to get myself an NHS dentist. Recognizing the unique challenges that veterans face when they leave the military, Spa Dental’s veterans policy enabled me to get an…
Read more »5 health benefits of dental implants
Dental implants benefit our health and quality of life more than we may realise. They are definitely the best option in both form and function to replace missing teeth. There are health benefits, as well as aesthetic and practical benefits, that other tooth replacement options simply can’t offer. Dental implant benefit #1 – better nutrition…
Read more »Having difficulty getting through to SpaDental Plymouth?
SpaDental Plymouth appreciates you are busy and it can be hard to get in touch. We understand how frustrating it is when you’ve managed to find time to call us but the line’s busy and you experience difficulty getting through. You may find it quicker and easier to send us an email. To make contact quickly,…
Read more »Out and about teaching children how to brush better.
Our talented duo and are out in the community again. They’re on a mission to teach children how to brush teeth better. And they’re not alone. Henry the Helpful Brushasorous goes with them too, and keeps everyone smiling. Helping children to brush better It’s so important for children to learn how to look after…
Read more »No-show NHS patients in Plymouth – “It’s a shame”
In the Plymouth practice, we’re painfully aware of gaps in our busy day. No-show NHS patients give us a break, but it’s not a welcome break. It means that someone who would really benefit from seeing a dentist misses an opportunity. And a skilled professional, one of our dentists, therapists or hygienists, is wasting time….
Read more »Children’s Dental Health Coordinators go back to school.
Our Children’s Dental Health Coordinators go back to school! Mrs and Mrs are having interactive educational talks with primary school children in the Plymouth area. They are proving very popular, especially with the help of Henry, our lovable Brushasorous! What do we do? The talented duo visit schools on an arranged time and day to deliver…
Read more »Wedding smiles at St Mellion with the Plymouth team
SpaDental Plymouth were at the popular wedding show at St Mellion International Resort on Sunday 21st October. The team spent an enjoyable day talking to happy couples about their wedding smiles. “So what is a dental practice doing at a wedding show?” I hear you ask. Sometimes the small things can be overlooked, such as a…
Read more »Let your dentist plan your wedding smile!
Come and meet the SpaDental Plymouth team to plan your wedding smile. We’ll be at the St Mellion Resort Wedding Show on Sunday 21 October, 2018, from 11:00 until 15:00. What’s a dentist doing at a wedding show? There’s going to be lots going on at the Wedding Show. You’ll be able to find answers…
Read more »Dental nurse and trainee required – Plymouth.
SpaDental vacancies for a dental nurse and a trainee dental nurse in Plymouth. Are you interested in our new openings? As SpaDental Plymouth grows, there are exciting new opportunities to work with us! Learn more about the full-time positions open to applications now. Dental Nurse in Plymouth Trainee Dental Nurse in Plymouth Apply now to…
Read more »Meet the SpaDental team at the St Mellion Wedding Show!
Be sure to come and meet the SpaDental Plymouth team at the St Mellion Wedding Show! Your wedding! Are you as excited as we are? Planning for a wedding is a daunting task. It takes a lot of time, and it can be easy to forget something vital. If you’re just starting your list, you’ve…
Read more »Denplan Supplementary Insurance cover updated.
Are you a Denplan patient? If you’ve been a Denplan patient for more than a month, you’ll have Denplan Supplementary Insurance cover. If you’ve signed up in the last couple of weeks, then you will have been asked if you want to take out additional emergency insurance. Changes to Denplan Supplementary Insurance cover. To comply…
Read more »Join the SpaDental team in Plymouth – Associate Dentist
Opening: SpaDental Plymouth associate dentist position Preferred start for Plymouth associate dentist: January, 2019 Would you like to work in a thriving practice? Do you like to be surrounded by professionals? Is patient care and quality dentistry your priority? Applications open for a SpaDental Plymouth Associate Dentist. We pride ourselves on combining the friendliness of…
Read more »NHS dental fines for ticking the wrong box continue.
NHS dental fines continue because the NHS charges patients who make a wrong claim for dental care costs. The automatic system that sends out penalty charge notices (PCN) began as a way of checking up on the large number of false claims that were being made with deliberate intent to avoid payment. However, the system…
Read more »High praise for Lucy Smith and Maria Shrigley, Plymouth.
Dental Surgeon and her assistant are helping anxious patients to manage dental visits more easily. High praise for the team! We know that it can be hard for people to come in to see the dentist. Here’s one message: “I just wanted to say a huge thank you for your care at my recent dental…
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