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Meet our clinician, Abdul Wahab
SpaDental is pleased to introduce you to . At the moment, Abdul is working as a dental therapist in three practices: SpaDental Ledbury, Ross-on-Wye and Tewkesbury. A qualified dentist in his home country, Abdul has worked as a dentist for over 15 years, in both India and the United Arab Emirates. Last year, he decided…
Read more »FAQ: Do I need my wisdom teeth out?
The thing about wisdom teeth, is that they’re not a problem until they are. Yet because of the location and size of wisdom teeth, they’re more likely to play up than other teeth. If they cause pain, swelling or the dentist tells us they’re impacted, then its better to have those wisdom teeth removed rather…
Read more »Dentists working hard to meet patient needs
Dentists work hard to meet patient needs and expectations under normal circumstances. But now, the pressures are more challenging than ever, even compared to earlier on in the pandemic. We appreciate our patients’ understanding. Here are five ways you can help us: When staff are busy, they cannot always answer the phone, so if you…
Read more »Taking action to reduce mouth cancer risk
Mouth Cancer Action helps raise awareness of this disease that kills over 2,500 people in the UK each year. Because life-style choices can increase our chances of developing mouth cancer, awareness days are a special reminder to assess our habits, and reduce our mouth cancer risk. And don’t forget to check for changes in your…
Read more »My breath smells bad! What do I do?
Out and about, meeting, greeting, chatting or hoping to impress, we certainly don’t want the person we’re talking to feeling uncomfortable. Or, even worse, to turn away. So a question we need to ask ourselves before we step through our front door is, “Does my breath smell bad?” How do I know? The truth is…
Read more »Why are my gums bleeding? What do I do?
Do you notice your gums bleeding? Are you spitting out some blood when you brush? Or do your gums bleed when you bite into something? You’re not alone. 8 out of 10 people over 35 have gum problems. Bleeding gums are definitely not healthy, however. So, even if you’re anxious about going to the dentist,…
Read more »Knocked out tooth? What do I do?
Accidents happen, we all know that. And they can happen so fast. Unfortunately, a knocked out tooth is a common consequence. Amongst all the first aid tips and tricks parents need to have up their sleeve, it’s good to know how to save teeth. Don’t wait until there’s an emergency, read on now, so you’ll…
Read more »SpaDental Chard – patients’ compliments
“Lovely staff – I have been with you for 17 years and I am still coming to you. Every one is so helpful and always talks to you.” LE Thank you for your reviews The staff at SpaDental Chard feel proud to read your reviews. Your lovely comments, and your good opinion mean a lot…
Read more »Patient screening and safety
With a return this week to stricter restrictions to prevent the spread of the Omicron variant, we are confident that dental care will not be affected. Indeed, the Chief Dental Officer of England, reiterated last week that dentistry is an essential service that is vital and valued. Moreover, in the light or research done over…
Read more »Boost day – get vaccinated to keep healthy
Get a booster this month The NHS reminds us of the importance of getting our vaccination booster shots to help protect us from viral infections this winter. Over winter, respiratory illnesses are more communicable. A vaccination helps prevent the spread. How SpaDental is helping to keep patients safe this winter. The NHS is campaigning to…
Read more »My filling fell out! What do I do?
Find answers here to our most asked question: “My filling fell out. What next?” Dentists prioritise patients who are in pain and need urgent treatment, even when we are busy or short-staffed. It’s what we do. It happens. There’s that moment when you’re chewing something and you start to wonder. What’s that? What’s in the…
Read more »When’s the best time to stop smoking?
It’s a good question. When is the best time to stop smoking? There are so many ways to answer, and often they’re not too helpful for smokers. If you’re a smoker, it’s easy to feel your relationship with tobacco isn’t understood. That people don’t get why it’s hard to stop. And it is. Which is…
Read more »FAQs – helpful explanations for patients
We encourage patients to ask questions to understand what is happening in their dental practice and with their treatment. We believe patients feel more comfortable when they know what is happening, and why. Here we’ve put together a few replies to questions we are often asked. We hope our helpful explainers for patients will answer…
Read more »Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Dentistry
October is Black History Month in the UK, the theme for this year is: ‘Black to the Past.’ Black History Month (IBHM-UK) aims to uncover and spread stories that have been lost or hidden. The journey to recognition for people from minority groups is more difficult. Their achievements are therefore all the more inspiring. …
Read more »Sober October? Good decision!
It’s Sober October and cutting out alcohol could be the best decision you’ve ever made. GOSOBER! Well-being tips and information Sober October is good for ourselves. “Oh no! October is a long month. Why can’t it be February?” Think day by day, and the time will pass quickly. It’s a great opportunity to give our…
Read more »3D delts or healthy teeth?
Are 3D delts and 6 pack abs on your fitness agenda? With gyms open, Park Runs running and sports events happening, there’s a lot we can do to keep ourselves fit, in mind, body and, of course, mouth. One of the joys of sport is the community that surrounds it. With gyms, it means you…
Read more »Children’s oral health appointments
We want to help you protect your children’s oral health with regular appointments. Children’s oral health appointments If you have a child or children registered with SpaDental, please book them a routine appointment if it’s overdue. We strongly recommend you make an appointment for your baby, toddler, or child to visit the dentist if they…
Read more »We’d love to see your children soon!
Now children are back in school, our return to our old routines is making life feel a bit more normal again. At the dentist too, we’re striving to get back to our regular services. We understand that for children in particular, the routines of dental care are important. Although dental practices still have to observe…
Read more »Three levels of hygiene treatment explained
We would like to let our patients know that we have updated and clarified our categories of oral hygiene treatments. We aim to deliver effective gum care and dental health management, according to your needs, in line with the ongoing coronavirus restrictions. What are the the three levels of hygiene treatment? As explained in a…
Read more »Bite-sized elephant teeth facts for World Elephant Day.
The aim of World Elephant Day is to get people talking about the value of elephants to local communities and the world. And we mean their value when they’re alive, not when they’ve been killed for their tusks. As World Elephant Day is about bringing people together to help elephants, we bring you some surprising…
Read more »Dental care for young adults – advice and tips
It’s the time of year when you may be getting ready to leave home. Exam results are out. The school holidays are nearing an end. You’ve been offered a place, or signed a job contract. Soon you’ll have packed your bags. With so much to think about we can understand why, as a young adult,…
Read more »Dentists’ infection controls still in place
We’ve all been wondering what the lifting of restrictions on Monday 19th July means to us. Even though the welcomed move to Stage 4 on the roadmap to recovery is four weeks later than was planned, it is still expected to increase people’s exposure to Covid-19. It’s possible because of the vaccination programme. Guidance at…
Read more »UEFA 2020: Do footballers have good teeth?
8th July – update What a game that was last night! It was great to see Harry Kane (read more about him below) net that rebound. Just one more to go now! 4th July – update With a resounding win against Ukraine, 0 – 4, England is through to the semi-finals! Now our excitement’s mounting…
Read more »Reflecting on 73 years of NHS dental care
On 5th July 1948, the National Health Service began. Today, therefore, is a good day to remember just how much the service has reformed public health and risen to the challenges of ever more sophisticated standards of treatment. 73 years of NHS dental care In a joint letter to NHS dental practitioners, Sara Hurley (Chief…
Read more »Can oral infections cause sepsis?
Yes, oral infections cause sepsis in some patients if left untreated. Any infection in our body can cause sepsis. Know the signs of infection, and take action. Oral infections left untreated can lead to serious complications. The information below explains when you need to take emergency action. Do you watch Coronation Street? If you do,…
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