NHS Hot Topics
What do you know about the sugar tax?
The sugar tax is essentially a tax on all things sugar, especially fizzy drinks. This was implemented in 2018 to limit sugar intake by the public to c...
Why do some people opt for private dentistry over NHS dentistry?
Treatment options: Cosmetic procedures such as teeth whitening aren't provided under the NHS, so people opt for private dentistry to get this done. Ac...
How does NHS dentistry aim to reduce childhood tooth decay?
The main way that NHS dentistry aims to tackle childhood tooth decay is through education and prevention. The aim of preventative dentistry is to elim...
Do you think that cosmetic dentistry should be provided by the NHS?
The NHS currently does not provide cosmetic treatment as this aims to enhance aesthetics rather than health. There are some justifications as to why i...
What are the sustainability issues within dentistry?
Dentistry uses a significant amount of energy and materials, particularly disposable plastics. It's understandable that dentistry has a large environm...
What are the ethical considerations of water fluoridation?
Water fluoridation is a great way to ensure that the wider population receives fluoride. But there are ethical considerations to this. Consent: It wou...