News about Dental Concern (page 4)
Approval ratings are high for Ledbury! Thank you for your reviews.
At SpaDental Ledbury we’re enjoying reading your reviews! In April, we asked you to share your experiences with us. We’ve been emailing our patients to ask you to fill in on-line forms so that we know how your appointments went. It’s been heart-warming to read the kind things that you’ve said about us in your…
Read more »Your personal information is respected.
We’d like to reassure you that your personal information is respected. We’ve all received quite a few messages in our inboxes recently, as companies update their privacy policies. Companies with whom we share personal information need to meet the requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) which come into force today across the EU….
Read more »Feeling happy at the dentist with Diana Marcus.
Do you leave the dentist feeling happy? The two don’t always go together! But it can. Our SpaDental Plymouth team wants everyone to leave with a smile on their face. Dental Surgeon Diana Marcus took a course in Inhalation Sedation with “RA coach” Richard Charon. “It was very successful and promises great new opportunities for…
Read more »Dementia Action Week 2018 – our thought, our support, makes a difference.
The Alzheimer’s Society is asking us to: “Take an action and stand united with people affected by dementia.” Dementia Action Week 2018 begins today. What action can I take? The week focuses on seven key actions that people with dementia would appreciate. They ask: Talk to me. Be patient. Invite me out. Make time to…
Read more »More Plymouth patient appreciation for SpaDental – thank you!
Since we piloted the online feedback form for Plymouth patient appreciation or dissatisfaction with our practice, we’ve had over 300 responses. Thank you so much for taking the time to submit your views. Our review rating of 4.7 stars (out of 5) highlights Plymouth patient appreciation for the work we do. We’re smiling with pride,…
Read more »Get full disclosure of gum disease dangers.
We’ve all heard about plaque, and know we don’t want it. Read on for full disclosure of gum disease dangers that threaten both our oral health and our general health. What are the recognised dangers of plaque build up? tooth decay periodontitis tooth loss heart disease diabetes stroke rheumatoid arthritis What is dental plaque? It’s…
Read more »Need a dentist urgently? Emergency care in Plymouth
Updated September 2019 There are times when people need a dentist urgently. It may because of bleeding, trauma to the mouth, or swelling of the face or neck. We can help! Are you near the South Devon – Cornwall border? If you need a dentist urgently, SpaDental Plymouth can help. Perhaps you’ve moved recently and…
Read more »Ensuring quality is an important concern in dental health care
SpaDental invites you to share your experience of your treatment at our practices with the CQC. Your feedback to the The Care Quality Commission (CQC) will help to inform quality of care in dental practices nationwide. We agree that it’s important all health care providers meet the standards patients deserve and should expect. The CQC…
Read more »What’s in an amalgam filling? Is it safe?
We’re often asked what’s in an amalgam filling and whether it’s safe. The short answer is that yes, amalgam fillings, sometimes called silver fillings, are considered safe. At the conference Hannah Parsonage and Jo Roberts attended recently in Shrewsbury, the future use of amalgam fillings was one of the topics covered. Here’s some information about…
Read more »We can help sensitive teeth feel better.
Updated June 2019 What will help sensitive teeth like mine? If you’re feeling pain that comes and goes and you haven’t been to the dentist for a while, then it’s time to make an appointment. Your dentist will examine your mouth, identify the cause of sensitivity and help sensitive teeth feel more comfortable again. It’s…
Read more »Spring clean teeth? Yes, please!
What is it about this time of year that makes us want everything to look shiny and new? Forget about sorting through old stuff, and getting out the paintbrushes. Instead, say “Yes!” to some spring clean teeth! Why don’t my teeth look like they used to? Teeth age, just like the rest of us! It’s…
Read more »Sugar habit? The UK sugar tax kicks in today
We need to kick our sugar habit because there are still too many children having bad teeth removed in our hospitals, and obesity is an increasing health problem. Junk food ads? A year on from the sugar tax – April 2019 The tax begins that will help us to curb our sugar intake. No longer…
Read more »Nervous patients in Plymouth reassured
Our dental surgeon is expanding her list, so nervous patients in Plymouth can feel confident they will receive sympathetic, effective treatment. One of Lucy’s patients had this to say: “I am extremely nervous/phobic when visiting a dentist. This was my first visit to SpaDental – I can honestly say I couldn’t have been looked after…
Read more »This great offer for new patients is one to share!
SpaDental Whitchurch has a great offer for new patients! If you are reading this, then you’re most likely one of our patients already. If you’re happy with our practice, then why don’t you share this great offer for new patients with your friends? And don’t worry – we haven’t forgotten about our current patients either!…
Read more »Nervous of dentists? We can help.
Many people are nervous of dentists, and at SpaDental we believe it’s our job to reassure you that you’re in safe hands. All of us at the Plymouth practice would like to thank Hayley for stepping out in front of our video cam to talk a bit about what’s it’s like to be nervous of…
Read more »Is it change my toothbrush weekend?
“When did I last change my toothbrush?” This is the question of someone who wants great oral hygiene, fresh breath and clean teeth. Should I change my toothbrush? Yes! Don’t leave it to chance. At SpaDental, we’re asking you to make sure your oral health follows a healthy routine. This means that as well as…
Read more »Today’s the day to stop smoking! National No Smoking Day 2018
Today’s the day to stop smoking and you just have to get through it! On National No Smoking Day 2018, it’s time to take a deep breath (or twenty!) as it’s the day to stop smoking. Here are a few bonuses to motivate you through the day: Think of how people who matter to you…
Read more »Would I give up smoking for others? No Smoking Day 2020
Would I give up smoking for others? It’s a good question to think about before No Smoking Day. It may help you to get though the day, and the one after too. It could motivate you to become smoke-free. Why should I give up smoking? If you’re a smoker, ask yourself: Would I? Why? Ten…
Read more »Think before you light up! Get ready for National No Smoking Day 2018!
Get ready! No Smoking Day 2018 is on Wednesday 14th March. It’s a special day intended to help people who are thinking of giving up smoking. Go smoke free for just one day! With a one day target, you can see how it is for you. It’s a great start. And if it’s just a…
Read more »Book a dental examination now, before exams begin!
Updated February 2019 If you have a teenager at home who’s taking GCSE, A level or university exams in the May/June session of 2019, they’ll be getting ready for mock exams now. They’ll be busy, but don’t leave it too late to get their teeth checked. You won’t want anything to stop them from doing…
Read more »Getting the best picture of your mouth for great patient care
Investing in patient care with new technology Every dental examination involves a careful study of the teeth, lips and soft tissue of the mouth. Your dentist will take time to look and probe carefully to check your oral health. Many oral examinations also involve an x-ray, to get the best picture of your mouth. Although…
Read more »Going the extra miles to support anxious patients
This weekend, our dental surgeon Lucy Smith clocked up around 700 miles to support anxious patients. She travelled from Plymouth up to Harrogate and back, to attend a course held for dentists who wish to offer IV sedation. Since she began working in SpaDental Plymouth last year, Lucy’s reputation has spread. New patients, are asking…
Read more »We can help anxious patients feel comfortable
Updated February 2020 Are you anxious about going to the dentist? Is someone you know so afraid of going to the dentist that they’d rather suffer in pain at home, than make an appointment with the nearest dental practice? Nervousness, anxiety, and fear are real emotions that people can experience when they have to have…
Read more »Not feeling quite right? We can trust our local pharmacy to help.
Our local pharmacy is here to help us to be well and stay well! If we need a prescription filled, or we’re wondering which over the counter medicine to buy, we go to our local pharmacy. But actually they are able to do a lot more to help us stay well. When we think about…
Read more »Flouride in our water? Yes or no?
What is ‘fluoride’ and do we need fluoride in our water? When we talk about fluoride we are referring to the compound Sodium Fluoride (NaF), or another fluorine-containing salt. Sometimes fluoride in our water source occurs naturally. Some water boards add it. Fluoride is also a key ingredient in everyday tooth-care products, such as toothpaste….
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