Barker PR round up some of the most compelling stories and developments from the dental world and wider consumer market.

One in five unable to book dental appointment in past year

A staggering report reveals that one in five people in the UK were unable to secure a dental appointment in the past year.

This alarming statistic underscores the ongoing access crisis in NHS dentistry.

Dentistry.co.uk provides an in-depth analysis of this issue, highlighting the urgent need for systemic reforms.

Government CQC review identifies significant failings

A recent review by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) has unveiled significant shortcomings.

The findings point to critical gaps in patient safety and regulatory compliance.

Dentistry.co.uk covers the details of this comprehensive review and its implications for the future of dental care regulation.

Calls for water fluoridation scheme in Blackpool

Health experts are calling for the implementation of a water fluoridation scheme in Blackpool to combat high levels of tooth decay in the area.

The proposal aims to improve dental health outcomes, particularly among children

Dentistry.co.uk discusses the potential benefits and challenges of this public health initiative.

Innovations in dental materials: a leap forward

A groundbreaking study published in Nature’s BDJ Team explores the development of new dental materials that promise to enhance the durability and biocompatibility of dental restorations.

These innovations represent a significant advancement in dental technology, offering improved outcomes for patients.

Industry dental news

Flavoured prophylaxis pastes for enhanced patient comfort

Kemdent has introduced a range of flavoured dental prophylaxis pastes, aiming to improve patient compliance and comfort during dental treatments.

The new flavours include bubble-gum, original, spearmint, and strawberry, designed to make the paste application more pleasant for patients, particularly those who find traditional treatments uncomfortable.​

The Probe cover this story

Bupa launches new dental allowance

Starting from 1 August, 2024, Bupa is offering a new dental allowance as part of its health insurance policies.

This benefit provides one dental appointment per year for each person covered under the policy, along with a £300 allowance towards restorative treatments.

This initiative aims to enhance accessibility to dental care and ensure better oral health for policyholders​

July summary

For Barker PR, July has been filled with creating plans for the second half of the year.

As we’re already mid way through the summer, it’s important to get up to speed and ready for the final half of the year. And with a busy period between September through to December, now might be the best opportunity to organise your upcoming plans.

If you’d like any support planning for the second half of the year and beyond, please feel free to reach out on felicity@barkerpr.com