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.
Devon's £1.4m Cliff Home Near Landslide Zone
A five-bed Devon dream home with sweeping coastal views hits the market for £1.4m, despite sitting metres from a notorious landslide danger zone. Discover this high-risk property.
Expert warning for Prosecco drinkers over teeth damage
Dental expert Dr Murray Pratt reveals how Prosecco's acidity and sugar create a 'perfect erosion combo' for tooth enamel. Discover how to protect your smile while still enjoying festive drinks.
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.
67-Year-Old Arrested in London Palestine Action Protest
Carolyn Gelenter, daughter of a Holocaust survivor, was among 100 protesters arrested in Tavistock Square while opposing Palestine Action terror listing. Read the full story.
Norfolk village homes collapsing into sea
Hemsby residents watch their properties vanish as coastal erosion accelerates. Meet the retirees who bought doomed cliffside homes despite the clear danger.
Arctic island collapses amid climate crisis
As Cop30 talks unfold, a Canadian Arctic island faces catastrophic erosion, with indigenous and scientific communities racing to document its history and fate. Discover the frontline of climate change.
Dentist's warning over common morning teeth mistake
A leading dentist explains why brushing your teeth at the wrong time before 8am can damage enamel and increase plaque, sharing the optimal morning routine.
£8M Cape Cod Beach Sand Half Gone in a Year
A Massachusetts town invested $10 million in coastal protection, but half the sand has already eroded. Discover the fight against rising sea levels and the 'double whammy' of a man-made jetty.
Major incident declared as floods threaten Hemsby homes
Emergency services race against time as severe coastal erosion threatens to send homes plunging into the sea in Norfolk village. Evacuations underway amid weather chaos.
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.
Alaska village sinks as permafrost melts
The remote Alaskan village of Nunapitchuk is literally disappearing beneath residents' feet as climate change accelerates permafrost thaw, forcing urgent questions about relocation and survival.
Century-old shipwreck mystery unearthed on Victorian beach
Maritime archaeologists are investigating a mysterious shipwreck that emerged on a Victorian beach, believed to have lain hidden for over a century after being revealed by recent wild weather.
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.
Cliff-edge homes face demolition in erosion crisis
Homeowners in a picturesque coastal community face devastating losses as rapid erosion threatens to send their properties tumbling into the sea, with authorities warning demolition may be the only option.
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.
Homeowners' £400k race against coastal erosion crisis
Desperate UK homeowners battle coastal erosion with massive investment to save their properties from collapsing into the sea as Atlantic waves claim more ground.
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.
Doctor: This Popular Fruit Damages Teeth
A leading dentist reveals why your favourite healthy snack might be secretly harming your dental health and what you can do to protect your smile.
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.
Britain's Lost Atlantis: Village That Vanished Beneath Waves
Discover the haunting story of Ravenser Odd, the medieval port town that vanished into the North Sea, becoming Yorkshire's own real-life Atlantis lost to coastal erosion.
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.
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