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Nick approached the Dental Negligence Team at RWK Goodman because he was worried that his dentist had failed to advise him to stop taking blood thinning tablets prior to extracting his teeth, causing excessive bleeding and pain once the tooth had been extracted.

According to recent research by the British Dental Association (BDA), and new figures published by the Liberal Democrats, more than 6.5 million children in England have not been seen by an NHS dentist for at least a year. Further, approximately …

A blog discussing Bite blocks, why are they used and what exactly are they? Orthodontic braces usually consist of metal bands around your back teeth with an attachment wire that runs through the brackets on each tooth. The brackets all …

Bupa Dental Care is set to close, sell or merge 85 of its practices affecting 1,200 staff and almost half a million members of the public. Bupa is reported to be one of Britain’s biggest providers of both NHS and …

The rise of DIY dentistry It is no news that NHS dentistry has reached crisis point. Despite the Government’s efforts to tackle restricted access by implementing reforms, patients continue to be let down. The shortage of dental appointments has led …

Some people are still struggling to access dental treatment almost three years after the pandemic. During the COVID-19 pandemic, dental treatment became nearly impossible to get. Many practices were shut during the pandemic and those that weren’t, were open for …

Dentists have told the BBC that demand for the perfect Instagram smile has left people with damaged teeth from ordering clear braces or “aligners” online. With the cost of living on the rise, orthodontic treatment as we know is generally …

It’s that time of the year again where we ask everyone to continue raising awareness of the importance of good oral health. It’s something we should be mindful of daily but it’s often something we take for granted. For example, …

Helen always attended regular six-monthly check-ups with her dentist and over the years her treating dentists took x-rays, but she was never once advised that she had anything to worry about in respect of her teeth and gums.

Naomi Todd, Head of the Dental Negligence team, recently settled a claim for £142,674.20. Naomi acted on behalf of our client who is the widower and executor of the deceased’s estate. The case related to the failure to diagnose cancer …

There are several different toothbrushing programmes across the UK that have been/are being rolled out by local authorities and NHS Trusts to nurseries and schools. The aim is to support children and parents to achieve good oral hygiene from an …

There have been multiple reports recently in relation to NHS dentistry being at breaking point. A new article by the MailOnline has described NHS dentistry as being in its ‘death throes’ sparking fresh concern from the public. Statistics show that …

A blog looking at Consent, what is it and why is it so important? Sadly, many claims surround the issue of consent when it comes to dental treatment. All dentists are under a legal obligation to obtain valid consent before …

A Hollywood trend of the perfect smile has taken the world by storm in recent years, with dental tourism at an all-time high. Transport for London, along with Sadiq Khan have recently faced backlash for advertising ‘Turkey Teeth’. The advertisement, …

Many people are attending dental practices to obtain the ‘perfect smile’ and veneers and crowns are a quick way of achieving this. However, some patients may experience problems with veneers and crowns and can be left suffering pain and with …

A blog by Stephanie Cockburn discussing a recently settled orthodontic claim where damages of £17,000.00 were awarded. I recently acted for a client in relation to her orthodontic treatment with ceramic braces. Our client initially asked her dentist if it …

A blog discussing what are orthodontic ligatures and why are they used.

A blog by Franceska Krence on how your postcode may determine your access to dental care.

A blog discussing the issues which can arise for ‘quick’ teeth straightening treatment if not carried out by a properly qualified dentist or orthodontist.

A blog on how eating disorders can affect your mouth: and how your dental team can help spot early signs.

RWK Goodman recently settled a claim for negligent orthodontic treatment for £14,000.

A blog by Stephanie Cockburn commenting on a recent article in The Guardian regarding a women who had received a lack of dental treatment due to ‘defensive dentistry’.

A blog explaining interproximal reductions by Sophia Courtaux.

A blog looking at the symptoms and causes of gum disease.  What is gum disease? Gum disease is the inflammation of the gums and is known as gingivitis. If gum disease is not treated it can develop into periodontal disease, …

A blog with advice and tips on keeping children’s teeth healthy