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Scottish parents told to take more responsibility for children’s oral health
Scottish parents need to take more responsibility for their children’s oral health, a paediatric dentist has said. Professor Nicola Innes,…
Dentistry
Over 90% of Scots registered with an NHS dentist
NHS dental registrations in Scotland have jumped by 2 million in the last 10 years, new statistics have shown. Figures show…
Dentistry
All cleft surgery to take place from one site in Scotland
Cleft lip procedures will now take place at one site for patients across Scotland, Health Secretary Shona Robison has said.…
Dentistry
Children’s dental health in Scotland on the up
Children’s dental health in Scotland has improved by 24% since 2000, according to the latest National Dental Inspection Programme report. The…
Oral health
Record registration numbers announced in Scotland
Record numbers of Scottish patients are registered with an NHS dentist, according to the latest figures from ISD Scotland. The…
Dentistry
NASDAL launches Scottish department
The National Association of Specialist Dental Accountants and Lawyers (NASDAL) has announced that it has formed a Scottish section of the…
Dentistry
Scotland calling for better regulation north of the border
Scottish GDPs believe the GDC is not fit for purpose to regulate the dental team north of the border. A…
Dentistry
Scottish Government launches ‘Creating a Healthier Scotland’ programme
The Scottish Government has launched a ‘national conversation’ on the future of health and social care services in Scotland. The…
Dentistry
Sharp rise in Scottish NHS patients
The number of patients registered with NHS dentists in Scotland has risen sharply – amid growing criticism of problems in…
Dentistry
Childsmile programme saves £5 million in dental treatment
The Scottish Childsmile programme has reportedly reduced dental treatment costs by £5 million a year. The early years scheme, operating…
Dentistry
Patients forced to wait a year for an NHS dentist appointment
The Hebridean islands of Jura and Islay have been left with one part-time NHS dentist meaning patients are being told to…
Dentistry