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.
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.
Heather Gay reveals $200k spent on cosmetic procedures
Real Housewives star Heather Gay discloses spending around $200,000 on cosmetic enhancements including Botox, fillers and weight loss drugs. Discover her full transformation story.
314 Ostriches Slaughtered in Canadian Farm Cull
A Canadian ostrich farm lost 314 birds in a government-ordered cull. Owners claim it targeted their groundbreaking COVID-19 research using ostrich antibodies. Read the full investigation.
Brooks Nader reveals cosmetic procedure details
Exclusive: Sports Illustrated swimsuit model Brooks Nader opens up about her journey with cosmetic procedures, sharing honest insights about Botox, lip filler, and the pressures of modelling industry.
FDA Warns of Dangerous Counterfeit Botox Products
US health authorities sound alarm over counterfeit Botox injections linked to severe illnesses. Essential safety information for British patients considering cosmetic treatments.
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.
Jackie O's Age-Defying Cosmetic Secrets Revealed
Radio star Jackie O Henderson stuns fans with her remarkably youthful look, sharing exclusive details about the cosmetic treatments maintaining her age-defying glow.
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.
Gen Z's Anti-Ageing Obsession: Teens & Preventative Care
Exclusive investigation reveals how Generation Z is driving a seismic shift in beauty standards, with teens as young as 13 adopting intensive skincare routines and millennials feeling the pressure to keep up.
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.
NHS patients face postcode lottery in treatment access
Exclusive: Health Secretary gains controversial new powers to fast-track medicines, raising concerns about inconsistent care across different regions of England.
Best LED Face Mask Deals: Salon Results At Home
Discover how professional-grade LED light therapy is now affordable for home use. We've tested the top devices that deliver salon results without the salon price tag.
Mother dies after £20 weight loss jab from beauty salon
A grieving family's nightmare as a mother dies following an unregulated slimming injection administered at a local beauty salon, sparking urgent safety warnings about cosmetic weight loss treatments.
Hailey Bieber Reveals Her Cosmetic Procedures
Model Hailey Bieber reveals the truth about her appearance in a refreshingly honest interview, detailing exactly what cosmetic enhancements she's undergone and what she attributes to good genes.
Woman's botched lip filler causes permanent scarring
A young woman's dream of fuller lips turned into a medical nightmare after a disastrous filler procedure left her with permanent scarring and a warning for others considering cosmetic treatments.
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