WHILE NHS dentists in Sidmouth are at full capacity, residents with tooth trouble should not despair according to Devon Primary Care Trust.

WHILE NHS dentists in Sidmouth are at full capacity, residents with tooth trouble should not despair according to Devon Primary Care Trust.

Luke Woolley, manager for NHS dental services at Devon PCT, said: "There are alternative dental practices in the surrounding area which are currently taking new NHS patients. We are keeping the position under review and we are looking to expand dental services in Sidmouth or the surrounding area in the near future."

Any patients wishing to be added to the waiting list to register for NHS dental services should contact the PCT by ringing 0845 002 0034 or e-mail ppsadental@nhs.net