NHS dentistry crisis: minor contract tweaks won't solve the rot
The government's new NHS dental contract fails to address the core funding and recruitment crisis, leaving millions without access to care. Read why experts say it's not enough.
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NHS dental reforms: New patient packages from April 2026
Major NHS dentistry reforms will launch in April 2026, prioritising urgent care and offering new treatment packages to save patients money. Find out what the changes mean for you.
Dentists Paid More for Urgent NHS Care in New Reforms
New government reforms will pay dentists more to treat urgent NHS patients. A think tank also proposes £150 annual dental vouchers to end the 'postcode lottery' of care.
Dentists to be paid more for NHS emergency appointments
The government announces a new payment plan for NHS dentists in England to boost urgent care access. Critics warn the plan lacks new funding and is insufficient to solve the deepening crisis.
Major NHS Dentistry Reforms to Tackle 14 Million Patient Backlog
Major NHS dentistry reforms will see dentists paid more for urgent care from April 2026, aiming to help millions unable to access treatment. The changes follow a Mirror campaign highlighting a crisis in dental care.
Kinnock Announces Landmark NHS Dentistry Reforms
Health Minister Stephen Kinnock unveils the biggest NHS dental contract modernisation in years, boosting urgent care pay by 80% and ending DIY dentistry despair. Read the full plan.
NHS Dentistry Reforms Could Save Patients £225
UK government reforms to NHS dentistry promise savings and better access. But are they enough to end the 'postcode lottery'? Read the full analysis.
Health Secretary urges public to ease pressure on A&E
Health Secretary Wes Streeting urges the public to use NHS services wisely, stressing that A&E is for emergencies only. His plea aims to reduce crippling waiting times and support frontline staff.
NHS Doctor: Please Cancel Unneeded GP Appointments
An NHS doctor urges patients to cancel unneeded GP slots, freeing up millions of wasted appointments annually. Learn how this simple act can ease NHS pressures.
Budget 2025: Fact Checking Key Political Claims
Full Fact examines claims about tax thresholds, NHS appointments, unemployment and house building from the 2025 Budget debate. Read our detailed analysis.
NHS Issues Urgent Message on Dental Appointments
The NHS is reminding the public that urgent dental care is available for severe pain, swelling, or injury. Find out if you qualify and how to get help within 24 hours.
Brit flies to China for NHS bypass after £54k payments
A British woman reveals why she's flying to China for medical tests, frustrated by NHS delays despite contributing £54,000 in National Insurance. Discover her story.
Reeves orders probe into private dentistry costs
Chancellor Rachel Reeves orders a watchdog investigation into private dentistry over hidden fees and overtreatment. The move aims to cut costs for families amid the cost-of-living crisis.
GPs Threaten Strike Over NHS Online Booking System
Over a third of GPs consider industrial action against new online consultation mandates, risking further disruption to NHS services amid ongoing doctor strikes.
Five-day NHS doctor strike: Public guidance issued
NHS leaders issue public guidance as resident doctors begin a five-day strike across England. Patients urged to attend appointments unless told otherwise. Emergency services remain available.
NHS dentistry petition signed by 120,000 handed to government
A 120,632-strong petition demands urgent NHS dentistry funding. With £3bn funding only covering half the population, patients resort to DIY extractions. Join the call for change.
NHS trials app to cut hospital waiting times
The NHS is launching a groundbreaking trial of a new smartphone app that could dramatically reduce hospital waiting times and save millions by cutting missed appointments across England.
GP Crisis: England loses 900+ doctors since 2019
Exclusive analysis reveals England has lost nearly 1,000 full-time GPs since 2019, creating unprecedented pressure on primary care services and leaving patients struggling to secure appointments.
Starmer's NHS pledge: 40,000 extra weekly appointments
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer unveils bold plan to clear NHS backlog with 40,000 extra weekly appointments funded by clamping down on non-dom tax loopholes in major pre-election pledge.
Business Chief Demands Sick Note System Overhaul
Former John Lewis chairman Sir Charlie Mayfield calls for urgent reform of UK sick note culture, warning it's pushing people out of work and burdening the NHS.
Breakthrough Gel Repairs Tooth Enamel Without Fillings
Groundbreaking research from UK scientists develops a revolutionary peptide hydrogel that repairs tooth enamel damage, potentially eliminating the need for traditional fillings and drilling.
GP crisis: 8am phone scramble warning as patients face weeks-long waits
British patients are struggling to secure GP appointments as doctors warn the current 8am phone rush system is failing. New data reveals millions face weeks-long waits while GPs consider drastic action.
Crest Toothpaste Packaging Investigation: Fluoride Concerns
Procter & Gamble faces scrutiny over Crest toothpaste packaging as health experts question fluoride protection. Discover what this means for your dental health routine.
200,000 GP appointments cancelled weekly due to online systems
Exclusive investigation reveals how digital booking systems are causing chaos in GP surgeries, with vulnerable patients struggling to secure face-to-face consultations amid the NHS's technological transformation.
Constant pain after NHS dental cleaning leaves life in ruins
A British woman reveals how a routine dental cleaning left her with debilitating nerve damage and constant facial pain, exposing gaps in NHS dental care and medical negligence support.
Army dentists deployed to Turkey for troops' dental care
British Army dental specialists are conducting emergency treatments for service personnel stationed in Turkey, addressing urgent dental issues that could compromise military readiness and operational effectiveness.
Teen dies after dental surgery, safety investigation launched
Sophie Farmer, a vibrant 17-year-old from Illinois, died unexpectedly after what should have been routine dental surgery, raising serious questions about medical safety protocols and anaesthesia procedures.
JFK Jr's anti-fluoride campaign worries dental experts
Robert F Kennedy Jr's controversial campaign against fluoride in drinking water faces backlash from dental experts who warn of serious public health consequences.
US dental anaesthetic shortage forces treatment cancellations
American dental practices face treatment cancellations as FDA confirms ongoing shortage of local anaesthetics, with no immediate resolution in sight.
FDA warns dentists: Fluoride risks for children
American health authorities sound alarm over fluoride treatments for young children, citing potential developmental and health complications. UK dentists urged to reconsider routine procedures.
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