NHS Dentistry in North Yorkshire: A Review of Public Feedback 2020-2021
Summary
NHS dentistry has been a major area of concern for the people of North Yorkshire. Excluding the COVID-19 vaccination programme which prompted unprecedented contact from members of the public, dentistry has been our most heard about subject over the past 12 months.
This report includes a review of the 176 pieces of feedback and signpost requests we received regarding dentistry between 15th May 2020 and 14th May 2021
Recommendations:
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Current reforms of the way dentistry is commissioned and provided needs to be radical and more rapid.
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There needs to be greater availability of NHS dentistry, in terms of increased access and affordability for people living in North Yorkshire.
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Greater clarity in the information provided about NHS dentistry is needed, including improvements to NHS Choices website.
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Dental practices explore opportunities to support people’s general health, providing advice on diet and lifestyle, and offer, where appropriate, signposting and referrals to other services.
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The up-coming integrated care system reforms to health and social care should take a greater role in commissioning NHS dentistry services.
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