Charles Clifford Dental Hospital
Charles Clifford Dental Hospital is a specialized dental hospital located in Sheffield, England. It is part of the Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and is closely associated with the University of Sheffield's School of Clinical Dentistry. The hospital provides a comprehensive range of dental services, including emergency dental care, oral surgery, orthodontics, restorative dentistry, pediatric dentistry, and special care dentistry.
History[edit | edit source]
The hospital was founded in the mid-20th century, named after Charles Clifford, a local industrialist who donated generously to its establishment. Since its inception, it has grown significantly and has become a leading center for dental education and clinical services in the region.
Services[edit | edit source]
Charles Clifford Dental Hospital offers a wide array of dental treatments and services. These include:
- Emergency Dental Care: Providing urgent treatment for dental pain, injuries, and infections.
- Oral Surgery: Including complex tooth extractions, treatment of jaw diseases, and facial trauma.
- Orthodontics: Correction of dental and facial irregularities through braces and other appliances.
- Restorative Dentistry: Restoration of damaged or decayed teeth using crowns, bridges, implants, and denture services.
- Pediatric Dentistry: Specialized dental care for children, focusing on prevention and treatment of dental disease, along with managing dental growth and development issues.
- Special Care Dentistry: Dental care for patients with special needs, including those with medical conditions, disabilities, or severe anxiety.
Education and Training[edit | edit source]
The hospital is a key site for dental education, offering clinical placements and training for undergraduate and postgraduate dental students from the University of Sheffield. It also provides continuing professional development for practicing dentists and dental care professionals.
Research[edit | edit source]
Charles Clifford Dental Hospital is involved in dental research, working in collaboration with the University of Sheffield's School of Clinical Dentistry. Research areas include dental materials, oral health and disease, and innovative treatments and technologies in dentistry.
Facilities[edit | edit source]
The hospital is equipped with modern dental clinics, surgical suites, and diagnostic services, including digital radiography and 3D imaging. It also houses a dedicated dental library and research facilities.
Access and Location[edit | edit source]
Located in the heart of Sheffield, the hospital is accessible by public transport and provides services to patients from Sheffield and the surrounding areas.
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