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Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London

Bexley 1955

[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Bexley]

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In a general way, orthodontic work is in great demand
and is a very popular side of dentistry. Not many private
practitioners are eager to do this type of treatment and
therefore orthodontics should be an important part of the
School Dental Service.
Ophthalmic Clinic.
I am indebted to Mr. R. M. Chambers, M.B., B.S.,
D.O.M.S., for the following report:—

Table: The following tables illustrate some of the special cases seen at the clinic during the year:—

The following tables illustrate some of the special cases seen at the clinic during the year:—

Congenital.
Ptosis16
Nystagmus12
Lens Opacities8
Epicanthus7
Colour Defects45
Acquired. Constitutional.
Migraine25
Anxiety States (with ocular symptoms).30
Infective.
Styes14
Acute Conjunctivitis7
Corneal scars8
Others.
Meilbomian Cysts5
Squamous Blepharitis33
Refractions Referred to Hospital22

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I would like to record my appreciation of the ready
help I have received from the Head Teachers of the various
schools whose pupils come to me.
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