This week, the World Heath Organisation (WHO) spoke out to encourage more research into COVID-19 in dental settings. According to a Reuters report, the organisation warns of the ‘unknown’ consequences of AGPs for both staff and patients. Benoit Varenne said: ‘WHO guidance recommends in case of community transmission to give priority to urgent or emergency oral cases, to avoid or … Continued
The Irish Dental Association (IDA) has slammed the government for its shortcomings in honouring PPE commitments. The organisation is calling out the former Minister for Health, Simon Harris, for failing to deliver PPE to dentists within the promised 12-week time frame. The commitment was made at a meeting with the IDA, which took place on … Continued
An £80,000 grant will support the fit testing of respirator masks in Northern Ireland, is has emerged today. The Health and Social Care Board secured the five-figure sum to help fit test FFP2 and FFP3 masks for dental professionals. This comes as part of their plan to remobilise general dental services (GDS). Letters will be … Continued
The British Dental Association (BDA) met with the health minister for Northern Ireland following concerns over PPE and the sustainability of dentistry. On Monday, dental practices were able to kickstart non-AGP procedures for the first time since lockdown began. But ahead of AGPs being given the green light on 20th July, the group raised a number of … Continued
The British Dental Association (BDA) have said dental services ‘need to be prioritised’ before they become unsustainable. Speaking at the Assembly Committee for Health, the association argued that practices are significantly hindered by PPE costs. Social distancing requirements and cross infection guidelines also have significant implications. The evidence was given ahead of the practice reopening date – Monday … Continued
The Irish Dental Association (IDA) has warned that dental practices could withdraw from the medical card scheme following worries over PPE. The organisation says a lack of government action has ‘huge consequences’ for people across the country. CEO Mr Fintan Hourihan said the delay in crucial equipment means dentists are having to reconsider their participation in the … Continued
Dentists are warning that progress in the progression could stall due to shortages in personal protective equipment (PPE). The Department of Health confirmed phase two for the resumption of dental services in Northern Ireland will kickstart on Monday 29 June. This phase will allow dentists and other dental professionals to provide non-urgent face-to-face care. And phase three – which … Continued
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