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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
UK Mercury Dental Fillings Face Ban Over Fish Contamination
Alarming new research reveals mercury from dental fillings is contaminating UK fish, prompting urgent calls for a complete ban on amalgam fillings across Britain.
German dentists memorialise Nazi-era brutality
German dental association unveils groundbreaking memorial acknowledging profession's complicity in Nazi sadistic practices and human experimentation during Third Reich era.
Mum: Removing my front teeth was best decision ever
A UK mother reveals how extracting her front teeth transformed her life after years of dental agony and insecurity - and why she's never looked back.
Teen's face swells unrecognisably after dental surgery
A teenager's face swelled to twice its normal size following a wisdom tooth extraction, leaving his own siblings struggling to recognise him in a bizarre medical reaction.
Ancient spice fights gum disease in breakthrough study
Groundbreaking research reveals moringa powder's remarkable ability to combat gum disease, offering a natural alternative to conventional dental treatments.
Bob Vylan: No Regrets Over Glastonbury Comments
Exclusive interview with Bobby Vylan as he breaks his silence on the Glastonbury backlash, discusses the band's Mercury Prize nomination, and reveals their powerful new single 'He's A Man'.
Dentist: 5 Things I'd Never Give My Kids
An experienced dentist shares the five common habits parents should avoid to protect their children's dental health, with some revelations that might surprise you.
Dentist: 5 things I'd never give kids
An experienced dentist reveals the five unexpected habits parents should avoid to protect children's dental health, with bedtime milk making the shocking list.
Trump's Secret China Financial Ties Exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals Donald Trump's previously undisclosed business relationships with China-connected firms through Mercury International, raising questions about foreign influence during his presidency.
Rooney's Freddie Mercury birthday in heels and skirt
Former England captain Wayne Rooney celebrated his 39th birthday in spectacular fashion, channelling Freddie Mercury in heels and a skirt while wife Coleen navigated the party with a broken foot.
Dad dies after £30 Marbella tooth extraction
Tragic story of Dean Atkinson, 44, who travelled to Spain for cheap dental work only to suffer fatal complications days after returning to his family in Doncaster.
Sam Fender Wins 2025 Mercury Prize
Sam Fender's 2025 Mercury Prize victory celebrates his incisive social commentary and authentic storytelling that resonates with contemporary Britain.
Sam Fender wins shock Mercury Prize 2025 victory
North Shields rock sensation Sam Fender has claimed the prestigious Mercury Prize 2025 in a stunning upset, with his critically acclaimed album 'People Watching' beating fierce competition at London's Eventim Apollo.
Sam Fender shortlisted for Mercury Prize 2025
North Shields rock sensation Sam Fender receives his second Mercury Prize nomination for acclaimed album 'Seventeen Going Under', joining an impressive shortlist of British musical talent.
Mercury Prize 2024: Sam Fender & Fontaines D.C. Nominated
The prestigious Hyundai Mercury Prize announces its 2024 shortlist featuring breakthrough artists and established acts, with significant rule changes creating buzz in the UK music scene.
Sam Fender Wins Mercury Prize 2025
Geordie singer-songwriter Sam Fender triumphs at the 2025 Mercury Prize ceremony, winning the prestigious award for his deeply personal fourth album 'People Watching' that explores themes of connection and isolation in modern Britain.
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