Shropshire Community Dental Services

08/09/2026

04/09/2026

Welcome to Fran and Fiona, our new Oral Health Improvement Practitioners with the Healthy Smile Team 🪥🦷💙

😊🦷 A big Healthy Smile Team welcome to Fran and Fiona!
We’re thrilled to have you join us as Oral Health Improvement Practitioners and look forward to the valuable contribution they will make in supporting delivery of evidence based oral health improvement programmes across our communities.
Welcome to the team!🎉💙

01/09/2026

Back to School, Back to Brilliant Brushers! 🪥

As the new term begins, children participating in our Brilliant Brushers supervised toothbrushing programme are returning to their supervised toothbrushing routines in nursery & school settings across Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin, Staffordshire, and Stoke-on-Trent, building confidence, consistency, and lifelong oral health habits.

We are proud to continue supporting schools with tailored resources, training, and guidance to keep smiles bright and routines running smoothly.

If you would like to find out if your nursery or school can take part in Brilliant Brushers, please get in touch.

20/08/2026

🦷 Is your child grinding their teeth? Here’s what you need to know.

Hearing your child grinding their teeth can be worrying, especially when it sounds loud. 😬 But try not to worry - teeth grinding, also known as bruxism, is common in children and teenagers, particularly during sleep. It often improves as they get older and may stop by adulthood.

👶 Why does it happen?

Children may grind their teeth for a variety of reasons, but one of the most common is when new teeth are coming through. The good news is that, in most cases, it does not need treatment and usually resolves on its own.

🦷 When might treatment be needed?

Teeth grinding is usually only treated if it starts to cause problems such as tooth wear, jaw pain, or sleep disruption. For most children and teenagers, it is usually harmless.

💬 If you are ever unsure or concerned, speak to your dentist for advice.

20/08/2026

Your child's journey to school starts at home. We understand that all children develop at their own pace, and that we’re all learning from birth. With school readiness, some children will need more help than others.

14/08/2026

🎉 FREE Family Fun Day in Meir! 🎉

Looking for a fun and free family activity this summer? Come along to our FREE Family Fun Day at Meir Education Centre and enjoy a fantastic afternoon packed with activities for all ages!

📅 Tuesday 18 August
🕚 11:00am - 3:00pm
📍 Meir Education Centre, Pickford Place, ST3 7DY

What's happening?
⚽ Sports and games
🥗 Healthy eating workshop
🥤 Free drinks and snacks
🎟️ Free raffle entry
🐻 Special visit from Pottermus at Stoke City Football Club
🤝 Meet local support services and community organisations

✅ No booking required
✅ Free entry
✅ Everyone bring the family, meet local services, take part in fun activities, and enjoy a great day out with your community.

Hosted in partnership with: Stoke-on-Trent City Council, Social Prescribing Meir Primary Care IN2Health & Wellbeing

12/08/2026

Download "My Toothbrushing Chart" to track and encourage children's daily brushing habits. Promote good oral hygiene with this fun tool.

12/08/2026