Dental Negligence

Can virtual reality (VR) make attending the dentist a less painful experience?

A recent poll has revealed that 67% of British people admit to suffering anxiety when visiting the dentist. For some people, this anxiety can be extreme and can prevent attendance for many years. As such, this blog examines the different techniques that can be used to help with dental anxiety and encourage regular attendance.

For many people the law surrounding medical negligence is unfamiliar territory, and understandably so. A key part of any claim is establishing what lawyers refer to as ‘causation’ – here we explore what this means and why it’s so important.

A blog examining the first part of the two-fold test for dental negligence, breach of duty.

A blog examining a study which revealed the natural ability of teeth to repair themselves can be enhanced using an Alzheimer’s drug.

A blog reviewing the concerning number of tooth extractions carried out on children per year and the potential causes of this.

Whist it might seem like a daunting prospect to attend a trial at Court in your professional capacity, many dental practitioners are choosing to do this as an expert witness. This blog will examine what being an expert witness involves.

A blog which discusses why dental x-rays are so important in ensuring good dental health

Many adults in the UK will wait until they have identified a problem before visiting the dentist, but the importance of regular check ups should not be underestimated.

A blog considering the dangers of illegal tooth whitening and the GDC response to this.

Steve Wake takes a look at the problem of treating children who have no adult teeth to replace the milk teeth.

A blog considering the importance of taking x-rays.

A blog examining the causes of gum recession and the treatment options available to treat it.

A blog considering new research that two dental visits a year at the dentist, may prevent the risk of pneumonia.

A blog considering the use of thermal expansion in dental fillings.

A blog explaining what is a root canal treatment, why such dental treatment is needed and examples of why we see an abundance of negligence claims in this area of dentistry.

A blog examining the risks of drinking and oral cancer.

A blog looking at Oral Cancer and the importance of early diagnosis.

The importance of not over indulging this Halloween.

A blog looking at a recent report that people in Bradford are struggling to find an NHS dentist.

A blog looking at a recent study published online in the journal Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety that amalgam fillings may pose a risk to health.

A blog looking at whether it is necessary to attend your dentist every 6 months.

Naomi Todd considers the effect of smoking on dental health.

A blog looking at Sepsis and the signs to be aware of.

A blog that examines the options available to patients when they are not happy with their dental care/treatment.