routine dentistry ‘as normal’ is no longer sustainable

Scottish Government is clear the NHS is on an ‘emergency footing’ during the current COVID-19 outbreak and that providing routine dentistry ‘as normal’ is no longer sustainable.

Please read full letter from Tom Ferris, Chief Dental Officer

This Memorandum provides information and guidance to independent contractors, (dentists and dental bodies corporate) providing NHS General Dental Services (GDS) on the steps to take during the COVID-19 outbreak:
PCA(D)(2020)6 – COVID-19 Guidance Memorandum 17 March 2020
PCA(D)(2020)6 – COVID-19 Guidance – 17 March 2020 Appendix 1
PCA(D)(2020)6 – COVID-19 Guidance – 17 March 2020 Appendix 2