Queens Road welcomed the opening of Viva Dental Clinics on June 9 with a community-focused initiative offering 50 free full dental examinations. The clinic’s aim is to address accessibility to dental treatments and educate the public on the importance of oral health.
Reflecting on the successful opening day, Zoe Read expressed satisfaction with the positive response from patients who benefited from the complimentary check-ups. She hinted at the possibility of hosting similar events in the future, particularly targeting children to promote early dental care awareness.
Looking ahead, Read emphasized the clinic’s commitment to engaging with the community and altering public perceptions of private dentistry. By integrating high-quality dental services with community involvement, Viva Dental Clinics aims to create a welcoming environment that contrasts with traditional clinical settings, thereby easing anxiety for nervous patients.
The clinic, staffed by seven professionals including an in-house oral surgeon and oral health educator, seeks to provide a warm and friendly atmosphere conducive to patient comfort.
The opening of Viva Dental Clinics is particularly significant amidst ongoing concerns about NHS dental care access in Norfolk, highlighted as a ‘dental desert’ area by the Local Government Association due to low dentist-to-population ratios.
Recent pledges by political parties to increase dental appointments, such as Labour’s commitment to add 100,000 extra appointments for children nationwide, underscore the critical need for initiatives like Viva Dental Clinics to bridge gaps in dental healthcare provision.
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