******Urgent Flood Update******

Dear Patients,

Unfortunately due to the recent flooding on Friday there has been some considerable damage to the practice.  The ground floor area around the reception and the downstairs waiting room were all under water.  This has caused damage to the flooring along with the computer and phone systems. We have cleared the affected flooring and now have an operational phone line; however,  we have no current access to our computer systems or appointment book.

It is likely that in the next week or two, some routine appointments will need to be re arranged. This will ensure we are able to  provide the necessary care safely. Could we ask that if you have an appointment this week, please phone the practice on the usual contact number and talk to a member of the staff team. They will be able to provide you with more information about whether your appointment can go ahead. Until we have the computers fully operational, we are not able to see who we have booked in.  Presently, we are unable to access any patient phone numbers or email addresses. We are working hard to resolve the issues as soon as possible, but please bear with us during this difficult time.

Thank you,

The Carberry Dental Team

Carberry Dental Practice Remains Open- National Lockdown Announcement 31st October 2020

This evening Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced a second national lockdown due to the rising number of cases of Covid-19

Carberry Dental Practice will still be open. There are no restrictions with regards to medical treatment and you are actively encouraged to keep your appointments. At Carberry Dental Practice we have all the necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and will continue to follow our high standard of cross infection control.

What next?

Please continue to attend your appointments. We have excellent infection control procedures along with robust triaging policy to ensure the safety of both patients and staff.

If you are worried about about your attendance please contact us to discuss your concerns and we can always postpone your treatment until a later date.

We continue to recommend that patients in the high-risk category delay non essential treatment until further guidance has been given by the relevant authorities.

When you arrive:

We advise you to wear a mask at all times while inside the dental practice and only remove your mask at the request of the dental professional. If possible, please do not arrive more than 5 minutes early for an appointment due to socially distancing guidelines. As you enter the building you will need to use the alcohol disinfection rub to disinfect your hands. This is a non-touch device, simply place your hands underneath the spout.

The treatment rooms will be prepared prior to your appointment with all surfaces disinfected after each patient. We have sourced (PPE) and unlike the start of the pandemic there is no shortage.

Please do not be concerned as we continue to maintain high standards of cross infection control

Stay safe and please contact is if you have any questions

Kind regards

the team at Carberry Dental Practice.

Information regarding the opening of dental practices on the 8th June

COVID-19 re-opening update
I am sure many of you heard yesterday’s announcement about dental practices reopening from the 8th June. This announcement was made public without any prior consultation with dental practices and like all dentists up and down the country we await further guidance and clarification.
Here at the Carberry Dental Practice we have already been working hard to make the necessary adjustments and changes to ensure the safety of our patients and staff. This includes trying to source Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which as you are aware is incredibly difficult.
From the 8th June, we will begin seeing our patients face-to-face but prioritising dental emergencies over routine dental care so please be patient with us. The number of appointments available for each day will be limited due to restrictions on the number of people allowed in the practice at any one time and the time needed between appointments to decontaminate the surgery.
The types of treatment we will be able to carry out will also be limited. Initially, we will be unable to perform treatments creating aerosols i.e. the scaling(cleaning) of teeth, drilling and the use of a water spray. As lockdown measures are relaxed and the incidences of Covid-19 decrease giving a lower R rate, we will be able to resume more routine treatments over time.
All the staff at Carberry Dental Practice appreciate your patience and understanding at this difficult time. We look forward to resuming your dental care as soon as safely possible.
Wishing you continued health and safety,
The Carberry Dental Team

****UPDATE****temporary interruption to telephone phone line****

Unfortunately yesterday afternoon a motor vehicle accidentally drove into a telephone pole which has interrupted our phone lines. We have been re-assured that this is just a temporary situation and will be rectified shortly.  If you have a dental emergency, please keep trying throughout the day.  Our staff will be waiting to answer your call as soon as we are up and running again.  We have been assured that this will be dealt with as an urgent repair however if you are experiencing problems and would like to talk to a member of staff, please email carberrydental@gmail.com with your name, contact number and brief description of your problem and we will endeavor to get back to you as a matter of urgency.

Stay safe

All the team at Carberry Dental Practice

Covid update – Practice closure

**URGENT UPDATE TO OUR SERVICES**
In line with the recent guidelines imposed on our profession, it is with regret that we are now required to suspend all face-to-face consultations with our patients until further notice. The practice will still be operating a triage and advice service over the telephone, which will be answered between the hours of 9 am and 4 pm. We will still be able to give telephone advice and prescribe medication, where justified.

During these exceptionally difficult times, we ask that patients understand the unprecedented circumstances, and we truly hope that we will be back up and running as soon as possible. This decision however will always be taken with the best interests of our patients, staff and wider community.

We wish you all the very best, and are happy to answer your calls, should you become in need during these troubled times.

Practice Closure due to Convid-19

Dear patients,

Unfortunately during this very difficult time we have taken the decision to close the practice to all except severe dental emergencies.

The guidelines released by the Chief Dental Officer and our governing bodies mean that we unable to perform  any routine treatment and allowing patients to attend for regular check-ups goes against the measures the government are taking to enforce social distancing.

We will be trying to contact patients who have appointments as soon as possible to reschedule these. This will take some time so please bear with us.

If you do have a genuine, urgent dental emergency and have no symptoms associated with Coronavirus. E.g. a fever or persistent cough then please contact us by phone. If you need an emergency appointment but do have symptoms of Coronavirus please call 111 who will advise you what to do.

Please be aware that for the safety of all of our patients and staff, we will only be admitting patients into the building that have a pre-booked appointment.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank you all for your ongoing support, co-operation and understanding during these difficult times. We hope to be see you all again as soon as we are able to open.

We sincerely hope that you all stay healthy and follow the guidelines given by the government to stop the spread of this virus.

From all of the team at Carberry Dental Practice

Update on Coronavirus (Covid-19)

Here at the Carberry Dental Practice we will be open this week as usual and will continue to care for healthy patients with a healthy dental team.

If you don’t feel well, call us and reschedule. We will be very understanding and appreciative of your honesty.

If you suspect you may have been in contact with an infected person or are exhibiting symptoms then self-quarantine until symptoms have passed. If your symptoms continue for more than a week, or deteriorate rapidly the please call 111.

We will continue with our usual excellent standards of cross infection control and will follow all guidance provided by Public Health England.

This is an ever changing situation and we will endeavor to keep you up to date if this guidance changes.

Please call us if you have any questions or concerns.

Many Thanks

The Carberry Dental Team

Healthy happy smiles

Choosing healthy snacks for children can be really tricky these days,especially as some “healthy” foods are actually full of hidden sugar. Her are some tips for snacks that will keep our kids happy AND healthy!

• Nuts, low-sugar yoghurts, breadsticks with hummus and cucumber, raw pepper and carrots make great snacks between meals.
• Cheese helps neutralise acids in the mouth reducing tooth decay. Encourage your child to eat a snack sized piece of cheese after meals.
• Swap fizzy drinks for water or milk and avoid fruit juices as they contain a high amount of natural sugar and acid. If your children have these, offer them during mealtimes only.
• Avoid snacking on dried fruits between meals, as these also contain a lot of natural sugar and can cling to the teeth for a long time.
• Be wary of products specifically aimed at children’s lunchboxes and always check the labels. They may say that they are free of additives etc but they may well be full of hidden salt and sugar.

For more tips and information, speak to your dentist or visit www.denplan.co.uk/myteeth