80,000 still without NHS dentist in Scotland as bid to cut waiting list grinds to halt
The Scotsman reports that figures for waiting lists in Scotland have “reached a near-standstill,” with just under 80,000 people still without an NHS dentist. In the article, the Scottish Government acknowledges existing access issues but claims action is being taken to address service shortages. BDA Director for Scotland, Andrew Lamb, urges the Scottish Government to engage with dentists and listen to their concerns in addressing the problem.
http://news.scotsman.com/scotland/80000-still-without-NHS-dentist.5952635.jp
Former chair of Central Committee for Community and Public Health Dentistry receives New Year honour
There are widespread reports in the newspapers and online covering the 2010 New Year’s Honours list, which includes the former chair of Central Committee for Community and Public Health Dentistry (now the Salaried Dentists Committee) Dr Janet Clarke who received an MBE for her services to healthcare. Meanwhile, a CBE was awarded to the Chief Dental Officer for England, Barry Cockcroft.
http://www.worcesternews.co.uk/news/4826092.Meet_the_people_the_Queen_has_honoured/
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/hereford/worcs/8435190.stm
How your dentist can save your life
An article in the Mail on Sunday highlights the link between oral health and a range of health conditions such as heart disease, stroke, obesity, diabetes and Alzheimer’s, amongst others. Readers are provided with details on how oral health can influence the health of the rest of the body and tips on good oral hygiene.
