The dental profession has called on the government to stick to its vaccine plan for dentist. Mr Fintan Hourihan, chief executive of the Irish Dental Association (IDA), welcomed the government’s plan to involve dentists in the delivery of COVID-19 vaccinations. These will be undertaken alongside GPs and also pharmacists. Time is of the essence ‘The IDA … Continued
The dental profession is urging the government for support after it emerges millions of COVID funding remains unspent. The British Dental Association (BDA) is calling for further financial support as the Northern Ireland Executive budget reveals a stockpile of more than £300 million worth of funding. This was put aside to alleviate the impact of … Continued
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The Minister of Health for Northern Ireland has responded to the profession after it voiced disappointment over pay decisions. Robin Swann has written to the British Dental Association NI (BDA) after it slammed the government for failing to introduce a proposed rate for additional hours. In November, the government passed a temporary regional rate for additional … Continued
The dental profession has criticised the government for its ‘despicable’ treatment after failing to introduce a proposed rate for additional hours. The British Dental Association (BDA) has written to Mr Robin Swann, the minister of health for Northern Ireland, slamming the government for its treatment of CDS. Last month, the government passed a temporary regional rate … Continued
Mouth cancer referrals in Northern Ireland have fallen by more than one third since the start of the pandemic. Oral Health Foundation data reveals that oral cancer referrals have reduced by 36% since COVID-19 hit Northern Ireland. The figure stands at 33% for the whole of the UK. As a result, the charity is calling for quick action surrounding … Continued
Dentists are seeking clarity on a number of ‘crucial issues’ faced by the profession in Northern Ireland as COVID-19 chaos continues. The British Dental Association (BDA) is calling on an improved strategic approach, which it argues is needed ‘more than ever’. In a letter to the Northern Ireland Assembly, it draws attention to the plethora of … Continued
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