Targets cutting quality of NHS dental... - Dentistry Health ...

Dentistry Health Support

1,136 members277 posts

Targets cutting quality of NHS dental care, claim dentists

Toothpickdentistry profile image
0 Replies

The results of a poll have reignited the debate over NHS and private dental care. Conducted by ITV’s Daybreak, the poll asked dentists about their views on NHS treatments and found some shocking answers.

Of the dentists polled, 92 per cent said that they think the NHS target system has resulted in more patients having a tooth removed when alternative longer treatments could have saved the tooth. Furthermore, 95 per cent of respondents felt that they were unable to give patients the best quality of care because they were afraid of losing access to funding.

Read more on our blog blog.toothpick.com/targets-...

Written by
Toothpickdentistry profile image
Toothpickdentistry
To view profiles and participate in discussions please or .

Not what you're looking for?

You may also like...

Advice on NHS dental treatment

Hi, I am looking for advice on my recent NHS dental treatment. In early July I visited my NHS...
davphi338 profile image

Painful mouth, gums, jaw pain- what is it?

Hi, about 6 weeks ago I suddenly developed a general soreness in my mouth. My jaw area began aching...
minxabroad profile image

What Dentistry can be done on the NHS?

My husband was told at his first examination by his new NHS Dentist today, that he couldn't have a...
SharonPS profile image

Constantly sore, swollen gums!

According to my dentist I have healthy gums and teeth and I have regular check ups. However, I...
Jooby59 profile image

Full dental impant surgery

In February this year I had my remaining teeth removed and 12 implants inserted, then temporary...
BrianJS profile image

Content on HealthUnlocked does not replace the relationship between you and doctors or other healthcare professionals nor the advice you receive from them.

Never delay seeking advice or dialling emergency services because of something that you have read on HealthUnlocked.