LYDNEY residents in need of a dentist have received some welcome news as Imperial Dental Group is now accepting new NHS patients.

The practice, based in Lydney, announced this week that registration is open for anyone looking to access NHS dental care in the local area.

Appointments can be booked by calling 01594 845718, although staff have advised that phone lines may be busy during peak hours of the day.

Alternatively, patients can email [email protected] with their name and contact number to arrange a call back and confirm an appointment.

The announcement comes amid increasing demand for NHS dental spaces across the Forest of Dean, where many residents have struggled to access affordable treatment options.