A survey of 12 countries commissioned by the FDI World Dental Federation show that Britons are taking much better care of their teeth than Americans, but are lagging behind Brazilians, Mexicans, South Africans and Poles when it comes to making the right choices to maintain healthy teeth and gums.
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The single-handed dentistry model may be a thing of the past in the UK, according to the latest NASDAL (National Association of Specialist Dental Accountants and Lawyers) Benchmarking Report which has just been released and shows a decrease of almost 12% in profits for such practices in two years. Associates see profits slip – again.
Read more: NASDAL statistics suggest demise of single-handed dentist
A new review has found that dental patients with substance use disorders are more likely to have tooth decay and periodontal disease than the general population, but are less likely to receive dental care. These findings mirror those of poorer oral health those with severe mental illness, eating disorders and alcohol use disorders. It was published online in the scientific journal Addiction.
The British Dental Industry Association (BDIA) has appointed Edmund Proffitt, currently their Policy and Public Affairs Director, as the new Chief Executive, from 10th April. He takes over from Tony Reed, who has been responsible for running the Association for over 20 years.
Announcing a ‘Shocking 24% increase in tooth extractions performed on children aged 0-4 in last decade’ Faculty Dean, Professor Nigel Hunt, said: “We’d like to see a significant proportion of the money raised through the Government’s sugar levy spent on oral health education.”.
Read more: FDS Dean calls for sugar tax money to be spent on oral health education
NHS England has announced that it has promised help for GPs ‘struggling to cope’ with the rising cost of indemnity payments so that they can offer greater access for patients. The first payments from the GP Indemnity Support Scheme are set to be paid to GP practices to further offset average indemnity inflation. No such scheme has been offered to GDPs.