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X-rays are required to help dentists identify problems with the teeth, mouth, gums and jaw. There are different types of x-rays and this blog will discuss the different types and why x-rays should be carried out.   Types of intraoral …

If you are considering making a claim for negligent dental treatment, you will be wondering how easy it is to prove that there has been negligence. The law can be harsh to Claimants and we will need strong evidence for …

Over the past few years, we have seen a rapid rise in patients going abroad for dental treatment. This is often because of the cheaper prices and shorter waiting times, and this will only rise further due to the unavailability …

Dental negligence claims, like all claims in clinical negligence, must be supported by medicolegal expert evidence. Whilst we run your claim and deal with the legal matters, we are not dental professionals and as such we will need the opinion …

The effects of e-cigarettes and smoking on oral health After recent news that disposable vapes will be banned in the UK, it is important to consider the impact that they have had. Disposable vapes have driven an alarming rise in …

A blog about the dangers of remote aligner treatment. In December 2023, Smile Direct Club shut down after filing for bankruptcy in the US which left millions of customers without ongoing aligner treatment. Smile Direct Club offered clear aligners to …

A blog exploring the dangers of illegal tooth whitening, what it is and how to avoid it. With cosmetic dentistry on the rise and Christmas around the corner leading oral health group – Tooth Whitening Information Group (TWIG) warns against …

A blog looking at the symptoms and causes of gum disease.  What is gum disease? Gum disease is the inflammation of the gums and is known as gingivitis. If gum disease is not treated it can develop into periodontal disease, …

As a patient, you are entitled to see your dental records at any time. Records are vital evidence in a dental negligence claim and if you believe you have received substandard dental treatment, it is important to obtain copies of …

Our dental negligence team receives a wide selection of enquiries from dental patients who consider that they have received poor treatment from their dentist. Quite often, these enquiries relate to dental treatment received from a dentist that has since left …

The main injury that we base a dental negligence claim on will be a physical one – such as the loss or damage of teeth or an injury caused by a dental instrument, amongst other possible injuries. However, during our …

Recently, the BBC published an article detailing the difficulties care homes are facing in sourcing dental care for their residents. A care home manager described how it has become an “impossibility” to get NHS dentists to visit elderly residents when …

Nick approached the Dental Negligence Team at RWK Goodman because he was worried that his dentist had failed to advise him to stop taking blood thinning tablets prior to extracting his teeth, causing excessive bleeding and pain once the tooth had been extracted.

According to recent research by the British Dental Association (BDA), and new figures published by the Liberal Democrats, more than 6.5 million children in England have not been seen by an NHS dentist for at least a year. Further, approximately …

A blog discussing Bite blocks, why are they used and what exactly are they? Orthodontic braces usually consist of metal bands around your back teeth with an attachment wire that runs through the brackets on each tooth. The brackets all …

Bupa Dental Care is set to close, sell or merge 85 of its practices affecting 1,200 staff and almost half a million members of the public. Bupa is reported to be one of Britain’s biggest providers of both NHS and …

The rise of DIY dentistry It is no news that NHS dentistry has reached crisis point. Despite the Government’s efforts to tackle restricted access by implementing reforms, patients continue to be let down. The shortage of dental appointments has led …

Some people are still struggling to access dental treatment almost three years after the pandemic. During the COVID-19 pandemic, dental treatment became nearly impossible to get. Many practices were shut during the pandemic and those that weren’t, were open for …

Dentists have told the BBC that demand for the perfect Instagram smile has left people with damaged teeth from ordering clear braces or “aligners” online. With the cost of living on the rise, orthodontic treatment as we know is generally …

It’s that time of the year again where we ask everyone to continue raising awareness of the importance of good oral health. It’s something we should be mindful of daily but it’s often something we take for granted. For example, …

Helen always attended regular six-monthly check-ups with her dentist and over the years her treating dentists took x-rays, but she was never once advised that she had anything to worry about in respect of her teeth and gums.

Naomi Todd, Head of the Dental Negligence team, recently settled a claim for £142,674.20. Naomi acted on behalf of our client who is the widower and executor of the deceased’s estate. The case related to the failure to diagnose cancer …

There are several different toothbrushing programmes across the UK that have been/are being rolled out by local authorities and NHS Trusts to nurseries and schools. The aim is to support children and parents to achieve good oral hygiene from an …

There have been multiple reports recently in relation to NHS dentistry being at breaking point. A new article by the MailOnline has described NHS dentistry as being in its ‘death throes’ sparking fresh concern from the public. Statistics show that …

A blog looking at Consent, what is it and why is it so important? Sadly, many claims surround the issue of consent when it comes to dental treatment. All dentists are under a legal obligation to obtain valid consent before …