NHS Dental Care

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Unfortunately GPs are not indemnified to assess, diagnose or treat dental problems, and this includes pain relief and antibiotics 

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Please click here for a list of Dental practices currently accepting new NHS patients.

 

Dental practices do not have a catchment area so patients can register wherever they choose.

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Dental practices do not have a catchment area so patients can register wherever they choose. You can also check the NHS choices website for information about the individual dental practices.

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FAQs:

How can I  find an emergency dentist? Please visit:

https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/dentists/how-can-i-access-an-nhs-dentist-in-an-emergency-or-out-of-hours/ 

Do I need antibiotic prophylaxis prior to heart valve procedures?

GPs do not advise on these situations, and the dentist can assess or seek clarification from the cardiologist directly (see useful link to send to dentists here)

 

https://www.sdcep.org.uk/published-guidance/antibiotic-prophylaxis/

 

and excellent patient info leaflet on this here

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https://www.sdcep.org.uk/media/joskqfcw/sdcep-antibiotic-prophylaxis-patient-information.pdf)

What shall I do with my 'bloodthinners' prior to dental procedures?

GPs do not advise on these situations, and the dentist can assess or seek clarification from the relevant specialist as necessary.  

 

I get nervous, can you give me medicines to help?
If you need anti-anxiety medication you dentist should be able to provide medication or refer up to a specialist team who can.