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NHS dentistry

This report shares evidence of pain and distress due to being unable to see an NHS dentist and calls for an urgent and fundamental reform of NHS dentistry if people are to receive the dental care they are entitled to.

It describes the current contract, which pays dentists for NHS ‘units of dental activity’, as not fit for purpose. It finds common misconceptions among the public about entitlement to NHS dental services and calls for action to address this. Within the report they have made 16 recommendations for the next steps in improving NHS dental services. If you would like support in looking at the potential implications of the report contact enquiries@pcc-cic.org.uk.

PCC has summarised the findings of the Health and Social Care Committee report and recommended actions in this SlideShare.

Last Updated on 25 July 2023