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— multiple burns — inguinal hernia — severe varicose veins —
old phthisis in mother — neurasthenia — post-operation —
general debility. Illness within the home (pulmonary tuberculosis)
was also considered a sufficient reason for reference to
hospital for confinement.
Dental Clinics.
Considerable benefit has been derived from the removal of
the dental clinics to 1a Bridge Road. Both the previous premises
at Alperton and at Kingsbury were unsatisfactory and
appropriate equipment at the one clinic soon showed itself to
be appreciated by the patients. The clinic equipment was
obtained on the advice of the late Mr. Frank Lawrence, whose
prestige in his profession was very high. He no more than
commenced his duties with the Council before his untimely death.
The rise in the figures at the dental sessions throughout
the year reflect much to the credit of Mr. J. H. Stevens who
succeeded Mr. Lawrence.

A report by the Dental Officer is submitted:—
"The Dental Clinic continued as in the previous year until
May, when the Council opened their first modern surgery at
la Bridge Road.
This surgery was fitted with up-to-date equipment which
naturally increased the scope of work that could be performed.
This was proved to such an extent that the original one session
per week had quickly to be increased to two, Wednesday morning
being devoted entirely to conservative treatment and consultations,
whilst Saturday morning continued with extractions.
The premises at 1a Bridge Road were selected temporarily,
being more or less equidistant from both Wembley and Kingsbury,
until such time as the Clinics at One Tree Hill and Stag
Lane, Kingsbury, were completed.
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