NHS urgent dental care warning for New Year period
The NHS has issued guidance on accessing emergency dental treatment over the festive break when many practices are closed. Find out how to get help for severe pain, knocked-out teeth, and more.
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Family Settles After Dental Anesthesia Death
An Arizona family receives a settlement after their 40-year-old son died from a brain injury during a routine dental implant procedure. They now campaign for legal changes in dental surgery safety.
Free NHS prescriptions and dental care for care leavers
The UK government announces free prescriptions, dental, and eye care for care leavers up to age 25. New measures aim to tackle health inequalities and improve support for thousands of young people.
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.
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.
Dad's $107k Fiji medical nightmare leaves weeks to live
Matt Graham's dream Fiji wedding turned into a £107k medical evacuation nightmare. With weeks to live, his family race against time for life-saving cancer treatment. Help their fight.
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.
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.
British man dies after medical procedures in Turkey
A 36-year-old British tourist has died in Istanbul just days after undergoing a hair transplant and dental treatment. An investigation is underway into the tragic incident.
NHS waiting list falls as Streeting hails recovery
England's NHS waiting list for routine treatment fell in September, with Health Secretary Wes Streeting stating the service is 'on the road to recovery'. Discover the latest figures and winter pressures.
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 Cancer Care Crisis: Patients Face Dangerous Delays
Exclusive investigation reveals how NHS patients face devastating delays in cancer diagnosis and treatment, with some waiting months for vital care as services struggle under immense pressure.
NHS faces winter crisis as early flu outbreak threatens thousands
The NHS braces for its toughest winter yet as an early flu season collides with ongoing pressures. Health officials warn of potential thousands of fatalities and overwhelming strain on hospital services across the UK.
Cat Deeley's Dental Drama on This Morning
ITV's This Morning descends into chaos as presenter Cat Deeley suffers painful tooth damage during live broadcast, forcing emergency dental visit and schedule reshuffle.
Cat Deeley breaks tooth live on This Morning
This Morning descended into chaos as presenter Cat Deeley suffered an embarrassing dental emergency during the live broadcast, leaving co-host Ben Shephard struggling to contain his laughter.
Breakthrough Gel Regrows Tooth Enamel Naturally
British scientists develop groundbreaking gel that regenerates tooth enamel naturally, potentially eliminating fillings and transforming dental care worldwide.
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.
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.
Scottish NHS boards get £135M emergency bailout
NHS Lanarkshire and NHS Ayrshire & Arran receive staggering £135.5 million in emergency funding, raising serious concerns about patient safety and the sustainability of Scotland's healthcare system.
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.
Model denied NHS cancer treatment in postcode lottery
Former model Sian Thompson's perfect life unravels as NHS refuses revolutionary cancer drug available privately, exposing Britain's healthcare postcode lottery crisis.
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.
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