SpaDental News
Bite-sized fun facts about penguins’ mouths
January 20th is usually a suitably chilly day in the northern hemisphere for us to think about those natives of the southern hemisphere – penguins. Although not all penguins live in the Antarctic, and some live in much warmer waters, some species are endangered. On penguin awareness day, the focus is on protecting their food…
Read more »SpaDental Whitchurch – January 2021 update
These days, it can be a challenge to keep up with what’s going on and know what’s happening. So here’s a short update. Yes, we’re open! SpaDental Whitchurch is open as usual, and we’re seeing patients for both urgent and routine treatment. If you think you are due for an appointment, we encourage you to…
Read more »Is an electric or manual toothbrush better for my teeth?
If you’re wondering whether an electric toothbrush would help you keep your teeth and gums in good condition, or whether to stick to a manual toothbrush, read on. Electric toothbrushes are more popular than ever, but they are more expensive. Do they really clean our teeth better than manual toothbrushes? Here, we take a look…
Read more »Home learning for children – dental info and more
If you’re facilitating home learning for children, I hope some of these tips will be helpful to you. With thirty years experience as a teacher and educational leader, both in the UK and overseas, I understand well the challenges and rewards of working with young people. So have fun with your children, help them to…
Read more »Start the new year alcohol-free?
We’re wondering what this new year will bring. What about a resolution we can make, and keep, that has lasting benefits? A good start to the year could be committing to a Dry January. It’s worth thinking about. The big question? How will life be better in the new year? Looking back at 2020, we…
Read more »Our top dental blogs from 2020
This year the messages we’ve needed to communicate have been a bit different to usual. Reviewing our top dental blogs helps us to know what matters to you. Not surprisingly, top of the list for the extraordinary year of 2020, is information to help people with dental emergencies. So here’s a quick summary of this…
Read more »We wish you a Happy Christmas
We sincerely hope that our message finds you and your family in good health. Thank you Thank you to all our lovely patients for supporting us through the year. We really appreciate your understanding and patience during the time we were closed and as we’ve worked within the new restrictive guidelines. While it hasn’t been…
Read more »Holiday opening and emergency information: 2020 – 2021
Wishing everyone a safe holiday season Our best wishes to you and your family, health and happiness. Please find below the holiday opening times for your SpaDental practice, and additional 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…
Read more »Where’s the coronavirus hotspot in our home?
Five bathroom behaviours that may spread the virus, and just two simple fixes. Keep your household safe.
Read more »SpaDental Plymouth welcoming new private patients in January 2021
As you know, dentists at the moment are still catching up after the long closure earlier this year. Since returning to work in the summer, we’ve been seeing as many patients as we can. We have prioritised patients with pressing needs and patients who already had a treatment plan underway. During our phased return to…
Read more »Safe oral hygiene appointments and aerosols explained
Adaptations for oral hygiene safety this year include increased infection control and prevention. It means that even your regular dental hygiene appointment is not quite the same as it used to be. As we adjust to new ways of working, we thank you for your patience and understanding. Please continue to read our advice and…
Read more »Home working away from your dentist?
Many of us have changed the way we work this year, and with that the location of our place of work. If you live in a rural location, the chances are you, or some of your friends, have had family from one of the big cities staying. Or perhaps you know of a house nearby…
Read more »The top ten dental gifts for 2020
If you’re shopping for either presents or stocking fillers, here’s a list of our top ten dental gifts. Do you agree that there are only so many candle holders we need in our lives? And you gave socks last year, so that’s out. These days, as we try to reduce waste and de-clutter our lives,…
Read more »Understanding NHS dental charges from December 2020
Dentistry is one of the few NHS services where you have to pay a contribution towards the cost of your care. The information on this page explains what we may have to pay for our NHS dental treatment to help our understanding of NHS dental charges each year, and how fees change. Read more about…
Read more »NHS dental charges 2020-2021 up by 5% from 14th December
From 14th December 2020, NHS fees increase by 5%. The increase comes after a freeze of NHS dental fees because of the coronavirus lockdown and closure of dental practices. “The 5% increase marks the fifth and final year of the Spending Review 2015 commitment to annually uplift dental patient charges by 5% for the duration…
Read more »My filling fell out! What do I do?
Find answers here to our most asked question: “My filling fell out. What next?” Coronavirus (Covid-19) update: Because of the current pandemic, and because placing fillings creates an aerosol effect that can contribute to the spread of the virus, dentists currently need to wear full PPE for this otherwise routine treatment. Find out why dentists…
Read more »1/11 people are diabetic – World Diabetes Day 2020
The aim of World Diabetes Day is to raise awareness of the challenges of living with diabetes, as well as helping people to reduce their chance of becoming diabetic. “In the UK, nearly five million people live with diabetes. This is twice as many as 20 years ago. For the 36,000 children and young people…
Read more »Avoid dental emergencies – 13 tips for the 13th
How’s your day going? It doesn’t come around too often, Friday 13th. In fact, the good news is that there can only be a maximum of three in a year. Now, during a lockdown we may feel as though we’re in a safer environment. But accidents around the home and garden happen too, rather a…
Read more »Meet Laura Watson – Practice Manager
Practice Manager has recently joined the SpaDental teams in SpaDental Ledbury, Ross-on-Wye and Tewkesbury. Laura grew up on the outskirts of Birmingham and then lived in North Wales before settling in Gloucestershire. With over ten years of experience in the dental sector as a nurse and as a practice manager, she brings experience and enthusiasm,…
Read more »Your dental care during November lockdown
During the November lockdown, we want to let you know that dentists are still open. During the lockdown that began in March of this year, dentists were shut down. However, recognising that dental practices have rigorous operating procedures in place to control the spread of Covid-19, we can stay open during the November lockdown. Government…
Read more »Taking action to reduce mouth cancer risk
November is Mouth Cancer Awareness Month. Mouth Cancer Action helps raise awareness of this disease that killed over 2,700 people in the UK last year. Because life-style choices can increase our chances of developing mouth cancer, this month is a special reminder to assess our habits, and reduce our mouth cancer risk. And don’t forget…
Read more »Telephone consultation with the dentist is NHS guideline
You may not have been expecting to have a telephone consultation with your dentist. A year ago, we wouldn’t have dreamed this would be how we’re ‘seeing’ our patients. But telephone consultations are an essential part of how we’re managing to help you to maintain your oral health, while at the same time protecting you…
Read more »FAQ: Will a crown repair my tooth?
While nothing beats the strength and appearance of our own real, healthy teeth, crowns repair a variety of dental problems. What is a crown? A crown is a custom-made tooth replacement that is cemented over a reduced part of your own tooth. Sometimes a post is inserted to support the crown. Because it’s a fixed…
Read more »Meet Nader Botros – SpaDental Ledbury and Ross on Wye
We’re delighted to welcome dentist to SpaDental. Nader joined SpaDental earlier this month, and he’s enjoying getting to know his new patients in Ledbury and Ross on Wye. A skilled hand, an aesthetic eye Two qualities that make a great dentist! Nader has been working as a dentist for over twelve years. Developing his general…
Read more »Share a poem or two during tooth-brushing time today
Today we’re celebrating National Poetry Day. Many of us think of poetry as something we had to suffer through at school, then never read again. But have you noticed how many advertisements these days are using poetry? That’s because it’s memorable and makes a point in as few words as possible. Humorous poems and serious…
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