Elderly people who are suffering with poor oral health could be in pain and discomfort and experience problems their mouth and jaw.

Groundbreaking NHS study aims to help older people look after their teeth

The practice revealed it was inundated with visitors, receiving thousands of calls and emails after announcing it had space for dozens of new NHS patients.

Hundreds queue and 27,000 people call as dentist opens handful of NHS slots

Around 23,000 NHS patients will have lost access to dental care in Dumfries and Galloway between November 2022 and July 2023.

Dental desert: Thousands losing access to NHS dentists in Dumfries & Galloway

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A new scheme has been set up by Jersey's government to tackle delays caused by the pandemic.

Children in Jersey to receive government dental treatment at private practices

One practictioner told ITV News the wait was up to eight years for an appointment. The government has started a programme to try and reduce these times.

Claims children are waiting years for free dental check ups in Jersey

A Cardiff dentist has received phobia training to try and help people who put off making an appointment. 

Research shows 'one in three' frightened of the dentist

A team of adults with learning disabilities is all smiles after completing a training course as part of a dental ambassador scheme.

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