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As far as orthodontics are concerned the present arrangements seem to have proved
adequate for the somewhat limited demand which appears to exist in this Borough at the
moment. Whether a different pattern would emerge upon the re-introduction of school
dental inspections it is difficult to say now.
Some comment must be added upon the general position with regard to the equipment
in the surgeries. It was my view that considerable benefit would derive from the
addition of spot lights in every case, and this, together with the addition of high
speed drills (without which no modern surgery is complete), and an X-ray machine for
Manor Gardens School Treatment Centre, were recommended in a survey of the dental
clinics.
Further, I did not like the look of the anaesthetic machines, both being obsolete
models., and I am pleased to learn now in 1966 that the British Oxygen Co., has
recommended their replacement.
In conclusion I would like to put on record my thanks for the co-operation I have
received from all sections whether they be dental or administrative.
Maternity and Child Welfare Dental Service
Attendances and treatments of maternity and child welfare patients from 1st
April, 1965:-
Number of Sessions 345
Number of appointments offered 1,387
Attendances - by appointment 1,184
other 319
Silver nitrate treatment 573
Fillings 695
Extractions 288
Dentures supplied - new full 18
new partial 18
Number made dentally fit 358
These figures are very encouraging even if one looks only at the ratio of
acceptances to appointments offered.
Since much of this work is derived in the main from the clinics at Manor Gardens
and Pine Street, it is my hope that future expansion will extend this further,
particularly to embrace some of those centres of treatment where a dental service
does not at present exist.
R. E. HYMAN.
Chief Dental Officer &
Principal School Dental Officer.
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